Organ Music Volume 3

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Buxtehude was a leading figure in the organ music of North Germany in the generation before Bach. His considerable influence extended to Bach himself and members of his circle, who copied and circulated his music. This third volume of organ music by one of the greatest composers for the instrument includes free preludes as well as preludes based on familiar Lutheran chorales, part of a repertoire that brought musical distinction to the city of Lübeck in the second half of the seventeenth century.

Buxtehude: Organ Music, Vol. 3, Music, Dietrich Buxtehude, Wolfgang Rubsam, Chamber Music & Recitals, Classical, Classical Composers, Classical Music
The Most Relaxing Classical Album In the World Ever, Volume II
Average customer rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
  • The Most Relaxing Classical Album In the World Eveer, Volume II
  • Great music listein to while you read in bed
  • A must buy for the non-snobbish classical music fan.
  • A bliss of spirit.
  • Boring
The Most Relaxing Classical Album In the World Ever, Volume II
Gabriel Faure , Frederic Chopin , Antonio Vivaldi , Gustav Mahler , Claude Debussy , Sir Neville Marriner , Maris Jansons , Lorin Maazel , Sir Adrian Boult , Miklos Rozsa , Riccardo Muti , Stephen Cleobury , Sir John Barbirolli , New Philharmonia Orchestra , Philharmonia Orchestra & Chorus , Academy of St. Martin in the Fields , and Berlin Philharmonic
Manufacturer: EMI Classics
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ASIN: B00002439O
Release Date: 2003-03-11

Tracks:

  1. Sheep May Safely Graze - Sir Neville Marriner
  2. Serenade In G 'Eine Kleine Nachtmusik' - Sir Neville Marriner
  3. Violin Concerto No.1 In G Minor, Op.26 - II. Adagio - Yedudi Menuhin
  4. Nocturne No.2 In E Flat Op.9 No.2 - John Ogdon
  5. Miserere Mei, Deus - Stephen Cleobury
  6. Schindler's List - Tasmin Little
  7. Traumerei - Dame Moura Lympany
  8. Dance Of The Sylphs - Sir Neville Marriner
  9. Water Music - Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra
  10. Symphony No.9: II. Largo - Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra
  11. Jean De Florette - Toots Thielemans
  12. Concerto For Lute And Two Violins - II. Largo - Anthony Bailes
  13. Cello Concerto In E Minor Op.85 - III. Adagio - Jacqueline De Pre
  14. Waltz No.15 In A Flat - Dame Moura Lympany
  15. Romance - Piers Lane
  16. Pavane - Maurice Handford
  17. Woodbrook - Micheal O Suilleabhain
  18. Time To Say Goodbye - Orchestra

Tracks:

  1. The Four Seasons - Concerto No.1 In E 'Spring' - Yehundi Menuhin
  2. Dance Of The Blessed Spirits - New Philharmonia Orchestra
  3. Double Violin Concerto In D Minor - II. Largo Ma Non Tanto - Yehudi Menuhin
  4. Prelude No.7 In A Op.28 No.7 - Tzimon Barto
  5. Cantique De Jean Racine - MONKS AND CHOIRBOYS OF DOWNSIDE ABBEY
  6. The Lark Ascending - Hugh Bean
  7. 'Pathetique Sonata Op.13 - II. Adagio Cantabile - Leonard Pennario
  8. Pie Jesu - Choir Of King's College, Cambridge
  9. Salut D'Amour - Richard Hickox
  10. La Fille Aux Cheveux De Lin (The Girl With Flaxen Hair) - Dame Moura Lympany
  11. The Coventry Carol - Medeval Babes
  12. Pavane For A Dead Princess - New Philharmonia Orchestra
  13. Liebestraum No.3 In A Flat - John Ogdon
  14. Panis Angelicus - Elisabeth Schwarzkopf
  15. Piano Concerto No.2 In F Op.102 - II. Andante - Dmitri Alexeev
  16. Agnus Dei - Peter Barley
  17. Symphony No.5 In C Sharp Minor - IV. Adagietto - New Philharmonia Orchestra
  18. My Heart Will Go On - Orchestra

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars The Most Relaxing Classical Album In the World Eveer, Volume II.......2006-08-28

Good selection of music, poorly performed and badly arranged. Good album for a tag sale. Same comment applies for Volume I.

5 out of 5 stars Great music listein to while you read in bed.......2005-08-21

I have listened to this CD for the last several years before going to sleep at night. I love classical music, and this is great music to help make my soul feel at peace and unwind after a taxing day.

5 out of 5 stars A must buy for the non-snobbish classical music fan........2004-10-22

I bought Vol. 1 of this series and was quite satisfied, but I have to say I'm more than satisfied with this one. If you can just mellow out and enjoy some great pieces, you'll love this CD. #15 on Disc 2 is almost worth the price alone!

5 out of 5 stars A bliss of spirit........2004-09-18

That's disc will open You a wonderful, beautiful world of sounds, their harmony & emotion : you'll feel your heart full of
Joy, Tears, Love.
Good LUCK!

2 out of 5 stars Boring.......2004-05-11

Yes this CD will put you to sleep in minutes. Its the most boring uninspiring classical music. The first CD was very good but this Vol. 2 is like most movie sequels....AWFUL !
Music For The Mozart Effect, Volume 1, Strengthen the Mind
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • great music
  • Music for the Mozart Effect
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  • Important to remember it's not proven
  • Virtual wonder for academic excellence! Timeless CD!
Music For The Mozart Effect, Volume 1, Strengthen the Mind

Manufacturer: Spring Hill
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000006Q4C
Release Date: 1998-04-28

Tracks:

  1. Allegro From The Violin Concerto #3 In G Major
  2. Allegro From The Piano Concerto #1 In D Major
  3. Rondo-Allegretto Grazioso From The Sonata In F Major
  4. Rondo - Allegretto From Ein Kleine Nachtmusik
  5. Andante Grazioso From The Lodron Night Music #1
  6. Molto Allegro From Symphony #14 In A Major
  7. Presto From The Divertimento In D Major
  8. Allegro From The Violin Concerto #4 In D Major
  9. Church Sonata In C Major

Amazon.com

Volume I of the immensely popular Mozart Effect series of music attempts to do no less than "strengthen the mind." One thing is for certain: the music chosen on the disc by author and scholar Don Campbell--excerpts from Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 1; Violin Concerto, No. 3; Ein kleine nachtmusik; and others--includes some of the strongest pieces the composer wrote. Though the performers on this disc (Capella Istropolitana, Northern Chamber Orchestra, and violinist Takako Nishizaki) are far from world-class, this is still a delightful collection and one that--at least according to the liner notes--will increase your alertness and perhaps your IQ. Volume II features music for "rest and relaxation," while volume III will "unlock creative spirit." With music this entertaining, who can dispute these claims? --Jason Verlinde

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars great music.......2007-02-19

CD arrived in excellent condition. The music is very uplifting, soothing and relaxing. Well worth the purchase

4 out of 5 stars Music for the Mozart Effect.......2006-03-19

This CD is a compilation of various tunes geared to stimulate the mind. I really enjoy listening to it!

4 out of 5 stars Mozard Effect... Which Songs?.......2005-12-03

It's also important to remember that the Mozard Effect... was mostly studied using Mozart's Sonata in D for two pianos. Although all classical music may have good side effects when it comes to learning and concenrtration and stimulating of the mind, most studies used Mozart's two pianos sonata. Which isn't on this album. And the reasoning behind it's benefits are possibly due to the nature of having "dueling" pianos making complex harmonics. Just remember to buy this because you like Mozard, not because you think you are going to make your children geniouses. That's just a bunch of hype.

3 out of 5 stars Important to remember it's not proven.......2005-05-22

It's important to remember that the Mozart effect has not been proven. The behavioural consequences of listening to Mozart is not unique, and can be achieved with any classical music, since the mozart effect has nothing to do with behavioural consequences, but subtle changes in the brain. The pattern of Mozart's music is thought to correspond to a coding mechanism of brain cells that created more dynamic circuits...but remember, it's not proven.

5 out of 5 stars Virtual wonder for academic excellence! Timeless CD!.......2002-02-23

If there is one music CD that will change every person's life, this is it. It is known to enhance a person's concentration. What more could you ask - learning while listening to music. Advice to students: if you want to accumulate academic medals of excellence from grade school to college, if you want to be the best worker you can be - a doctor, a lawyer, programmer, this is the CD to buy. Not even other kind of music - pop, ballad, rock and roll, rap, jazz, can equal the impact this can bring. Taking and passing board examinations, certifications will be a breeze when one combines the Mozart CD with great effort (which becomes effortless) of studying.
More George Wright At The Mighty Wurlitzer Organ Volume 3
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Outstanding Organ Music
More George Wright At The Mighty Wurlitzer Organ Volume 3

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ASIN: B00002DDON
Release Date: 1999-11-09

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Outstanding Organ Music.......2004-01-11

If you enjoy the sounds that the mighty Wurlitzer Pipe Organ can produce - you'll enjoy this album. George Wright is probably the best ever at mastering the multiple banks of keys and pedals of this complex instrument, and the music is very relaxing and entertaining. The sounds he coaxes out of the Wurlitzer on "Quiet Village" are remarkable. Easily one of his best - excellent on either a small office stereo, or played on a home theater system.
The Piano Works Of Nikolai Medtner, Volume 1
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Fascinating music, well introduced
The Piano Works Of Nikolai Medtner, Volume 1

Manufacturer: Chandos
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ASIN: B000000AP7
Release Date: 1992-10-28

Tracks:

  1. Sonata Reminiscenza In A Minor Op. 38 No. 1: Allegretto tranquillo (Andantino con moto) - Svegliando (con moto) - Tempo 1
  2. Russian Fairy Tale Op. 42 No. 1: Allegro sostenuto
  3. Dancing Fairy Tale Op. 48 No. 1: Allegro risoluto
  4. The Organ Grinder Op. 54 No. 3: Allegro assai - Poco piu tranquillo - Tempo 1
  5. Fairy Tale In F Minor Op. 26 No. 3: Narrante a piacere
  6. Fairy Tale In D Minor Op. 51 No. 1: Allegro molto vivace al rigore di tempo e sempre leggierissimo
  7. Funeral March Op. 31 No. 2: Andante lugubre
  8. Fairy Tale In G Sharp Minor Op. 31 No. 3: Allegretto capriccioso, con molto tenerezza
  9. Fairy Tale: Allegretto abbandonamente
  10. Fairy Tale In E Minor Op. 34 No. 2: Allegro cantabile e leggiero
  11. Sonata In G Minor Op. 22: Tenebroso, sempre affrettando - Allegro assai - Interludium: Andante lugubre - Allegro assai

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Fascinating music, well introduced.......2001-08-28

I was first introduced to the music of Medtner in 1994 when I heard Boris Berezovsky perform three "Fairy Tales" at a recital. I was so taken that I had to begin collecting Medtner's music on CD. This album, Geoffrey Tozer's first volume of the piano works of Medtner, was my first Medtner CD. Mr. Tozer is a very fine pianist, and the Chandos stereo sound is first rate. The result is a captivating introduction to Medtner's music. The music is complex, harmonically daring, sometimes quirky, whimsical at times and always evocative. Mr. Tozer plays sensitively and is in complete technical command. He does us a wonderful service in bringing this music to a wider audience. Through this disc I have come to know and love many more pieces by Medtner, and I have been inspired to buy each new volume of Mr. Tozer's set as it has become available. This is the volume of the set that I play most often. It is a rich introduction to this fascinating music.
Organ Music From France-The Art Of Virgil Fox, Volume III
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • a MOST NECESSARY recording!
  • Organ Music from France
  • Fox once again Plays with Beautiful Tonal Colors
Organ Music From France-The Art Of Virgil Fox, Volume III

Manufacturer: Angel Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000002S9N
Release Date: 1997-03-18

Tracks:

  1. Prelude And Fugue In G Minor, Op. 7, No. 3
  2. Symphony No. 2 In E Minor, Op. 20: Allegro
  3. Symphony No. 2 In E Minor, Op. 20: Scherzo
  4. Chorale No. 1 In E Major - C sar Franck
  5. Elegie
  6. Jocelyn, Op. 109: Berceuse - Benjamin Godard
  7. Toccata: Suite Gothique, Op. 25
  8. Cantabile In B Major, M. 36 - C sar Franck
  9. Suite For Organ, Op. 5: Prelude
  10. Suite For Organ, Op. 5: Sicilienne
  11. Suite For Organ, Op. 5: Toccata

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars a MOST NECESSARY recording! .......2006-07-10

First, I don't know how, but amazon lost my original review of this disc. My list of tags was still there, but not the review itself, so I will do a replacement one.

This is actually "The BEST of Virgil Fox, Volume 3"! Therefore, it belongs in your collection, along with Volumes 1 & 2!

The entire album is simply awesome (as all Virgil's releases were), and it is without doubt the hardest of all to find. Buy a used copy on here, it is the ONLY way to get one!

Highlights are:
The Durafle Suite Number 5.......very rare! I know of no other recording of it! It is simply beautiful, and sadly neglected. Certainly reason enough to purchase this recording!

The Boellmann Suite Gothique is just wonderful, and, another very good reason for purchasing this set.

And, the Vierne and Dupre pieces are played with such magnificent "Virgilian" splendor...all the fond memories of the Riverside concerts come flooding back from so many years ago. Simply put, (as Fox's fans know) there was never anyone to match him...even Liberace couldn't touch him for outrageousness, and of course the Organ is a much more "splendorous" instrument!

As I said above, do yourself (and your collection) a favor and add a copy of this album to it (even a used one from a secondary dealer on amazon here). You will not be sorry! I wish you many happy hours of listening! ~operabruin

5 out of 5 stars Organ Music from France.......2000-12-21

This may be the only recording of the Durufle Suite No 5 for organ available. I've had the original vinyl since I started organ and I've still never tired of listening to it. It's very dazzling stuff, yet incredibly beastly to play. This is GREAT organ music. The Durufle performance alone is worth the price of the CD.

5 out of 5 stars Fox once again Plays with Beautiful Tonal Colors.......1999-09-21

When hearing the Names Franck, and Dupre one automatically thinks France, but when Fox is at the Organ Playing those pieces full of that rich tonal color of the Chorist Reeds one thinks Heavy Organ with Fox in the days of Riverside.
The English Songs Series, Volume 1: Ralph Vaughan Williams
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • GREAT CD FOR CHEAPO!
  • Wonderful
The English Songs Series, Volume 1: Ralph Vaughan Williams

Manufacturer: Collins Classics
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ASIN: B000003VZR
Release Date: 1996-11-19

Tracks:

  1. It Was A Lover And His Lass - Anthony Rolfe Johnson/Simon Keenlyside/Graham Johnson
  2. The Lawyer - Louisa Fuller/Simon Keenlyside
  3. The Splendour Falls - Anthony Rolfe Johnson/Graham Johnson
  4. The Water Mill - Anthony Rolfe Johnson/Graham Johnson
  5. Tired - Simon Keenlyside/Graham Johnson
  6. Silent Noon - Simon Keenlyside/Graham Johnson
  7. Searching For Lambs - Louisa Fuller/Anthony Rolfe Johnson
  8. Nocturne - Simon Keenlyside/Graham Johnson
  9. Joy, Shipmate, Joy! - Simon Keenlyside/Graham Johnson
  10. Lord, Come Away - John Metcalfe/Anthony Rolfe Johnson
  11. Come Love, Come Lord - John Metcalfe/Anthony Rolfe Johnson
  12. Five Mystical Songs: i Easter - Simon Keenlyside/Graham Johnson
  13. Five Mystical Songs: ii I Got Me Flowers - Simon Keenlyside/Graham Johnson
  14. Five Mystical Songs: iii Love Bade Me Welcome - Simon Keenlyside/Graham Johnson
  15. Five Mystical Songs: iv The Call - Simon Keenlyside/Graham Johnson
  16. Five Mystical Songs: v Antiphon - Simon Keenlyside/Graham Johnson
  17. On Wenlock Edge: i On Wenlock Edge - Anthony Rolfe Johnson/Graham Johnson
  18. On Wenlock Edge: ii From Far, From Eve And Morning - Anthony Rolfe Johnson/Graham Johnson
  19. On Wenlock Edge: iii Is My Team Ploughing? - Anthony Rolfe Johnson/Graham Johnson
  20. On Wenlock Edge: iv Oh, When I Was In Love With You - Anthony Rolfe Johnson/Graham Johnson
  21. On Wenlock Edge: v Bredon Hill - Anthony Rolfe Johnson/Graham Johnson
  22. On Wenlock Edge: vi Clun - Anthony Rolfe Johnson/Graham Johnson
  23. Dirge For Fidele - Anthony Rolfe Johnson/Simon Keenlyside/Graham Johnson

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars GREAT CD FOR CHEAPO!.......2004-01-03

Usually Naxos is hit or miss, but Anthony Rolfe Johnson and Simon Keenlyside pull off a great recording of a great selection of some of Vaughn Williams. Best 7 dollars I ever spent, really. On Wenlock Edge is particularly good, but really its all superb.

5 out of 5 stars Wonderful.......2002-08-28

Beautiful settings by Vaughan Williams, Splendid singing by both Anthony Rolfe Johnson and Simon Keenlyside. Atmospheric recording. Bliss! All lovers of art songs, rejoice!
Tomaso Albinoni: Baroque, Volume 1: Concertos & Sonatas
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • A Good Albinoni Disc (one of the few remaining) . . .
  • Buy it just for "Saint Marc"
  • Very Enjoyable
  • Maurice Andre is another reason to buy this one
  • The ECO is the reason to buy this one
Tomaso Albinoni: Baroque, Volume 1: Concertos & Sonatas

Manufacturer: EMI Classics
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Similar Items:
  1. Albinoni: Oboe Concerti, Vol. 2
  2. Albinoni: Oboe Concerti, Vol. 3
  3. Telemann: Concertos & Sonatas
  4. Adagio & Concerti
  5. Albinoni: Sinfonie e Concerti Op. 2

ASIN: B000002S5X
Release Date: 1995-02-14

Tracks:

  1. Adagio For Organ And Strings
  2. 'San Marco' Trumpet Concerto: I: Grave
  3. 'San Marco' Trumpet Concerto: II: Allegro
  4. 'San Marco' Trumpet Concerto: III: Andante
  5. 'San Marco' Trumpet Concerto: IV: Allegro
  6. Concerto For 2 Trumpets In C (Concerto a cinque), Op. 9 No. 9: I: Allegro Non Presto
  7. Concerto For 2 Trumpets In C (Concerto a cinque), Op. 9 No. 9: II: Adagio
  8. Concerto For 2 Trumpets In C (Concerto a cinque), Op. 9 No. 9: III: Allegro
  9. Oboe Concerto, Op. 7 No. 3 In B Flat: I: Allegro
  10. Oboe Concerto, Op. 7 No. 3 In B Flat: II: Adagio
  11. Oboe Concerto, Op. 7 No. 3 In B Flat: III: Allegro
  12. Concerto grosso, Op. 5 No. 5 In A Minor: I: Allegro
  13. Concerto grosso, Op. 5 No. 5 In A Minor: I:Adagio
  14. Concerto grosso, Op. 5 No. 5 In A Minor: III: Allegro
  15. Sonata a cincue, Op. 2 No. 3 In A Major: I: Grave
  16. Sonata a cincue, Op. 2 No. 3 In A Major: II: Allegro
  17. Sonata a cincue, Op. 2 No. 3 In A Major: III: Andante
  18. Sonata a cincue, Op. 2 No. 3 In A Major: IV: Allegro
  19. Sonata a cinque, Op.2 No. 3 In G Minor: I: Adagio
  20. Sonata a cinque, Op.2 No. 3 In G Minor: II: Allegro
  21. Sonata a cinque, Op.2 No. 3 In G Minor: III: Grave
  22. Sonata a cinque, Op.2 No. 3 In G Minor: IV: Allegro

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars A Good Albinoni Disc (one of the few remaining) . . ........2002-02-14

This ADD disc provides a nice overview of Tomaso Albinoni's musical output. It certainly isn't all-inclusive, but it's a nice place to start. Albinoni's most recognizable piece, his 'Adagio in G Minor,' is of course included, as are selections from some of his lesser-known works (e.g., Opus 2, Op. 5, Op. 7, etc.).

The performances on this disc are fine. Since it's a compilation, it features a variety of performers (Maurice Andre, Xavier Darasse, Pierre Pierlot) and conductors (Jacques Rousell, Raymond Leppard, etc.). Although the majority of these recordings were made in the late 1960's and early 1970's, the sound quality is good. True, there are plenty of DDD discs out there offering Albinoni's 'Adagio,' and the sound quality on these discs is superior. But with the exception of the Philips (Op. 9) and Erato (Opus 9, 10) labels, this is the only disc avaiable (that I'm aware of) that offers the listener more than a mere taste of Albinoni's work.

So if you're a fan of Baroque music, I recommend that you give this disc a try. It's nicely priced, and worth the investment.

3 out of 5 stars Buy it just for "Saint Marc".......2000-06-13

This collection contains an exceptional performance of Albinoni's Concerto "Saint-Marc" in transcription for the piccolo trumpet. The work appears here in the valve-friendly key of B-flat, in comparison to the original key of A for the violin. The work has almost no significance in that instrument's repertoire. The trumpet community has adopted it as its own, and although it is quite a blow on the brass instrument, the work is frequently performed. Jean Thilde did the editing and Maurice Andre has done the beautiful embellishments. He is one of the master's of the instrument afterall, and a great contributor of transcriptions to the trumpeters' library of works. I find the rest of the disc forgettable - but at this price, buy it for Andre's performance.

5 out of 5 stars Very Enjoyable.......2000-04-01

I agree that the Adagio is not that inspiring. The rest of the CD however is great. The highlights for me are the trumpet concerto and the concerto for 2 trumpets. They are precise, relaxed, and fun. I have several hundred classical CD's and I've listened to this one more than about 90% of the rest.

4 out of 5 stars Maurice Andre is another reason to buy this one.......2000-01-20

In follow-up to my prior review, the San Marco Trumpet Concerto has really grown on me. It's a nice combination of lush harmonies and Maurice Andre's technical brilliance.

4 out of 5 stars The ECO is the reason to buy this one.......1999-10-24

Our friend from Ottawa is correct. This version of Albinoni's Adagio is rather weak. Better is the 1974 version by the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields (available on "Classical Favorites", Seraphim Classics label). The main reason I bought this CD is the Sonata a cinque in A, performed by the English Chamber Orchestra under Raymond Leppard. The last movement, especially, is just plain straight-ahead happy, and the ECO plays it with joyful intensity.
Basic 100 Volume 42 - Saint-Saëns, Dukas / Fox, Ormandy
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Best recording for your money!
Basic 100 Volume 42 - Saint-Saëns, Dukas / Fox, Ormandy

Manufacturer: RCA
ProductGroup: Music
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  1. Sheherazade / Russian Easter Overture

ASIN: B000003FPA
Release Date: 1994-05-10

Tracks:

  1. Symphony No. 3, 'Organ': Adagio, Allegro Moderato
  2. Symphony No. 3, 'Organ': Poco adagio
  3. Symphony No. 3, 'Organ': Allegro moderato
  4. Symphony No. 3, 'Organ': Maestoso, Allegro
  5. The Sorcerer's Apprentice - Dallas Symphony Orchestra
  6. Danse Macabre - Boston Pops Orchestra
  7. Samson And Delilah: Bacchanale - Boston Pops Orchestra

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Best recording for your money!.......1998-10-13

RCA Victor presents Saint-Saëns Symphony No. 3, Danse Macabre, and Bacchanale from Samson and Delilha, as well as the infamous Dukas hit "The Sorcerer's Apprentice".

Symphony No. 3 is quite the musical roller coaster, taking you from sweeping action pieces to tranquil serenity, topped with a powerful punching finale. The suite is, in my opinion, one of the most overlooked orchestral masterpieces.

Dukas' "Sorcerer" is a familiar tune for anyone who has seen Fantasia. The piece is very fitting to be in this collection of recordings.

Saint-Saëns Danse Macabre stirs images of the dead rising from their graves and partying the night away... well partying like it's 1845 anyway. Granted the piece was done in the early 20th century, but it has a firm Victorian flair.

The final piece from Samson and Delilah has an appropriate Egyptian air and is a great example of how the composer could create mood.

All the pieces by Saint-Saëns on this excellent collection can spark imagination and inspire the creative. I have owned this CD for quite a while and find it still to be superior to any other recording of the same pieces I have purchased. Saint-Saëns is by far my favorite composer, but that does not influence my opinion that Ormandy, Virgil Fox, and Arthur Fiedler have made this piece not only breathe but sing.

Trivia: Saint-Saëns Symphony No. 3 Movement 4 was the foundation for the soundtrack of "Babe"(Universal Pictures)
The Original Sound-Volume 2
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Original sound is the best kind of sound
The Original Sound-Volume 2

Manufacturer: Polygram Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000009KAN
Release Date: 1994-02-15

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Original sound is the best kind of sound.......2006-06-13

When I first heard this set, I assumed the works that would stand out for me would be the Bach and Handel, because, bluntly put, they are the best Baroque composers. And, I thought, when you cradle the best Baroque composers in the hands of Christopher Hogwood and his Academy of Ancient Music, miraculous things occur. And they do. But after hearing both of these discs of period instrument playing, some of the greatest music I heard was by the obscure 18th century composers.
First of all, the ridiculously underrated Telemann, whose prolific musical contribution is hundreds of church cantatas, fifty operas, and many concertos and suites, gives us a lovely concerto grosso as the second feature in this set. The fast movements bring utmost joy, while the slow ones bring us tranquility (like in the viola d'amore solo at the end of movement one). The Arne overture is also very cheerful and charming. In addition, the works by Rebel and Boyce are very musical. Coming to the threshold of the Late Baroque geniuses (Bach, Handel, Vivaldi), their works are well-performed, yet there is something lacking in originality. The pieces have been played so many times; the standards are set too high. With the unknown Baroque instrumental works, everything is fresh, young, and new. (But I must say that the Brandenburg No. 4 is my favorite Bach recording of all time.)
Five out of five stars, at least. Overall, very sweet.
Thanks again, Christopher. Your orchestra is magical.
The Caruso Edition, Volume 4 1916-1921
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • By and Large -- Terrific
The Caruso Edition, Volume 4 1916-1921

Manufacturer: Pearl
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ASIN: B000000WLU
Release Date: 1993-11-23

Tracks:

  1. Sancta Maria - Enrico Caruso/Rosario Bourdon
  2. Tiempo Antico
  3. Folk Song: Santa Lucia
  4. Mey, After Heine: Pourquoi?
  5. Eugene Onegin, Act II: Pour Moi Ce Jour Est Tout Mystere
  6. Chanson De Juin
  7. Andrea Chenier, Act IV: Come Un Bel Di Di Maggio
  8. Samson Et Dalila, Act III: Vols Ma Misere, Helas - Enrico Caruso/Josef Pasternack
  9. Les Pecheurs De Perles, Act I: Je Crois Entendre Encore
  10. Les Pecheurs De Perles, Act II: De Mon Amie, Fleur Endormie - Enrico Caruso/Francis Lapitino
  11. Rigoletto, Act IV: Qt. Bella Figlia Dell'amore - Enrico Caruso/Amelita Galli-Curci/Flora Perini/Giuseppe De Luca
  12. Rigoletto, Act IV: Qt. Bella Figlia Dell'amore (Unpublished Alternate Take Up To Mezzo Entrance Only
  13. Lucia Di Lammermoor, Act II: Sextet. Chi Mi Frena In Tal Momento - Enrico Caruso/Amelita Galli-Curci/Minnie Egener/Angelo Bada/Giuseppe De Luca/Marcel Journet
  14. Lucia Di Lammermoor, Act II: Sextet. Chi Mi Frena In Tal Momento (Unpublished Take)
  15. Martha, Act III: M'appari Tutt 'Amor
  16. Musica Proibita
  17. Uocchie Celeste - Enrico Caruso/Francis Lapitino
  18. L'Alba Separa Dalla Luce L'ombra
  19. L'Alba Separa Dalla Luce L'ombra (Unpublished Take)
  20. Neron, Act II: Oh! Lumiere Du Jour - Enrico Caruso/Francis Lapitino
  21. Neron, Act II: Oh! Lumiere Du Jour (Unpublished Take)

Tracks:

  1. A La Luz De La Luna - Enrico Caruso/Emilio De Gogorza
  2. Sei Morta Ne La Vita Mia - Enrico Caruso/Vincenzo Bellezza
  3. La Partida
  4. La Forza Del Destino, Act III: Ne Gustare M'e Dato; Sleale! Il Segreto Fu Dunque Violato? - Enrico Caruso/Giuseppe De Luca
  5. Over There
  6. Pieta, Signore
  7. A Granada
  8. Campane A Sera
  9. Inno De Garibaldi
  10. La Campana Di San Giusto
  11. Le Regiment De Sambre Et Meuse
  12. Sultanto A Te
  13. Samson Et Dalila, Act I: Je Viens Celebrer La Victoire
  14. L'Elisir D'Amore, Act II: Venti Scudi!
  15. A Vucchella
  16. Italian Folk Song: Vieni Sul Mar
  17. Tu, Ca Nun Chiagne
  18. Addio A Napoli

Tracks:

  1. Nina
  2. Premiere Caresse
  3. Senza Nisciuno
  4. Salvator Rosa, Act I: Mia Piccirella
  5. Ser
  6. Scordame
  7. Love Me Or Not
  8. Ombra Mai Fu - Enrico Caruso/Francis Lapitino
  9. Noche Feliz
  10. La Juive, Act IV: Rachel, Quand Du Seigneur
  11. L' M'arricordo 'E Napule
  12. Vaghissima Sembianza
  13. L'Africana, Act III: Deh, Ch'io Ritorni
  14. Amadis De Gaule, Act II: Bois Epais
  15. A Dream
  16. Domine Deus
  17. Crucifixus

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars By and Large -- Terrific.......2005-04-26

There is a touch of World War I boosterism and commercialism evident during this period. But the negative effect is minimal.

This finale of the four volume Pearl set is every bit as thorough as the prior three. Again, the remastering shows thoughtful trade-off between reducing noise from the 78 rpm masters, and preserving the man's amazing voice.

A must for opera lovers.

Track Listings:

  1. Philadelphia Orchestra and Leopold Stokowski [Box set]
  2. Prokofiev: Songs and Romances [Box set]
  3. Rameau - La Guirlande ~ Zéphyre / Daneman, Méchaly, Ockenden, Decaudaveine, Agnew, Baloza, Cappella Coloniensis, Christie
  4. Round Nut Tool
  5. Rzewski: Jefferson/Antigone Legend
  6. Shostakovich: Symphony No. 7 Leningrad
  7. Siegfried (Goodall Ring Cycle/Chandos Opera in English) [Box set]
  8. Skryabin: Concerto for piano in F#m; Symphony No5
  9. Sonatas and Partitas for Violin Solo
  10. Spiritual Chants [Live]

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