Complete Piano II

1. Gaspard de la nuit, for piano Ondine
Composed by Maurice Ravel
with Paul Crossley

2. Gaspard de la nuit, for piano Le gibet
Composed by Maurice Ravel
with Paul Crossley

3. Gaspard de la nuit, for piano Scarbo
Composed by Maurice Ravel
with Paul Crossley

4. Le tombeau de Couperin, for piano Prélude
Composed by Maurice Ravel
with Paul Crossley

5. Le tombeau de Couperin, for piano Fugue
Composed by Maurice Ravel
with Paul Crossley

6. Le tombeau de Couperin, for piano Forlane
Composed by Maurice Ravel
with Paul Crossley

7. Le tombeau de Couperin, for piano Rigaudon
Composed by Maurice Ravel
with Paul Crossley

8. Le tombeau de Couperin, for piano Menuet
Composed by Maurice Ravel
with Paul Crossley

9. Le tombeau de Couperin, for piano
Composed by Maurice Ravel
with Paul Crossley

10. Jeux d'eau, for piano
Composed by Maurice Ravel
with Paul Crossley

11. Sérénade grotesque, for piano
Composed by Maurice Ravel
with Paul Crossley

12. Menuet sur le nom d'Haydn, for piano
Composed by Maurice Ravel
with Paul Crossley

13. Prélude, for piano
Composed by Maurice Ravel
with Paul Crossley

14. À la manière de. . . , for piano A la maniere de Borodine
Composed by Maurice Ravel
with Paul Crossley

15. À la manière de. . . , for piano À la manière de Chabrier
Composed by Maurice Ravel
with Paul Crossley

Complete Piano II,Ravel,Paul Crossley,Crd,Chamber Music & Recitals,Classical,Classical Music

Average customer rating: Debussy with a difference! One Star for Charity's Sake Beautifully interpreted Complete Debussy

Debussy: The Complete Piano Music Manufacturer: Asv Living Era ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Dances | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music Mazurkas | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music Waltzes | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music Ballads | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Etudes | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Preludes | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Character Pieces | Short Forms | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Nocturnes | Short Forms | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Debussy | Debussy, Claude | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Lullabies & Berceuse | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Similar Items: Brahms: Works for Solo Piano Debussy: Piano Works Shostakovich: 24 Preludes and Fugues, Op. 87 Debussy, Ravel: Orchestral Works Fauré: Piano Music complete [Box Set] ASIN: B0001Z2RSM Release Date: 2004-08-24

Tracks:

1. Reverie
2. Prelude
3. Menuet
4. Clair De Lune
5. Passepied
6. Lent (Melancolique Et Doux)
7. Tres Vite
8. Prelude
9. Sarabande
10. Toccata
11. Reflets Dans L'eau
12. Hommage A Rameau
13. Mouvement
14. Cloches A Travers Les Feuilles
15. Et La Lune Descend Sur Le Temple Qui Fut
16. Poissons D'or

Tracks:

1. Arabesque No.1
2. Arabesque No.2
3. Danse Bohemienne
4. Ballade Slave
5. Tarantelle Styrienne
6. Valse Romantique
7. Mazurka
8. Nocturne
9. Danseuses De Delphes
10. Voiles
11. Le Vent Dans La Plaine
12. Les Sons Et Les Parfums
13. Les Collines D'Anacapri
14. Des Pas Sur La Neige
15. Ce Qu'a Vu Le Vent D'Ouest
16. La Fille Aux Cheveux De Lin
17. La Serenade Interrompue
18. La Cathedrale Engloutie
19. La Danse De Puck
20. Minstrels

Tracks:

1. L'isle Joyeuse
2. Pagodes
3. La Soiree Dans Grenade
4. Jardins Sous La Pluie
5. D'un Cahier D'esquisses
6. Morceau De Concours
7. Masques
8. Brouillards
9. Feuilles Mortes
10. La Puerta Del Vino
11. Les Fees Sont D'exquises Danseuses
12. Bruyeres
13. General Lavine - Eccentric
14. Les Terraces Des Audiences
15. Ondine
16. Hommage A S. Pickwick Esq. PPMPC
17. Canope
18. Les Tierces Alternees
19. Feux D'artifice

Tracks:

1. Doctor Gradus Ad Parnassum
2. Jimbo's Lullaby
3. Serenade For The Doll
4. The Snow Is Dancing
5. The Little Shepherd
6. Golliwog's Cake-Walk
7. Hommage A Haydn
8. Le Petit Negre
9. La Plus Que Lente
10. Berceuse Heroique
11. Elegie
12. Page D'album (Piece Pour Le Vetement Du Blesse)
13. Pour Les Cinq Doigts
14. Pour Les Tierces
15. Pour Les Quartes
16. Pour Les Sixtes
17. Pour Les Octaves
18. Pour Les Huit Doigts
19. Pour Les Degres Chromatiques
20. Pour Les Agrements
21. Pour Les Notes Repetees
22. Pour Les Sonoritees Opposees
23. Pour Les Arpeges Composes
24. Pour Les Accords

Customer Reviews:

Debussy with a difference!.......2007-03-10

Do not let the dismissive review below make you dismiss this amazing and breath taking complete set. Like his Scriabin recordings, Gordon Fergus-Thompson works wonder with the well known piece like Clair de Lune, Arabesque and Reverie, and breathes new life into the music by his keen sense of tonal colours and delicacy. When it comes to impressionist music, no pianists can match Richter, who played Clair de Lune, Pavane or miroirs like a miracle, but Fergus-Thompson creats his own unique soundscape.

He is one of very few pianists alive who pay careful attention to how a note produced on the instrument decays and merges with other notes, while most of pianist nowadays focus mostly on starting point of the sound. That's a secret of the richness of colours and expression in his pianism.

He is often criticised for lack of technical prowess, compared to past masters like Gieseking or Michelangeli, but I can not detect even a hint of technical weakness or instability in this set. This is simply a different and highly personal interpretation, and it is a shame to miss out this magical music making simply because it is different from the mainstream interpretation.

One Star for Charity's Sake.......2007-03-01

Avoid this set!!! The man is a gifted pianist but has no understanding on how to interpret the music. This is the nadir of all the Debussy piano sets. With Walter Gieseking's superlative set available why would you want dog food when you can eat supreme cuisine!!!

Beautifully interpreted.......2007-02-13

Gordon Fergus-Thompson does an amazing job of playing and interpreting Debussy's music. I have been playing piano for years--especially Debussy--and this CD really captures the essence of the music. I'd recommend this to anyone.

Complete Debussy.......2006-12-13

These recordings are some of the highest quality Debussy you'll find. There is a freedom that comes across in Fergus-Thompson's playing that you won't find in other so-called great recordings. Instead of trying to sound "Debussy-like", the music is played naturally while maintaining accuracy and original intent of the composer. Recording quality is up to date. Box set is 4 discs, with the body nicely separated into larger works with dates included.

Average customer rating: Brilliant music by great musicians The Royal Family of Spanish Guitar Spanish classical guitar Sumptuous performances! LOS ROMEROS TO PERFORM WITH THE EDISON SYMPHONY AT THE STATE THEATRE IN NJ

The Royal Family of the Spanish Guitar Isaac Albeniz , Enrique Granados , Federico Moreno Torroba , Anonymous , Fernando Sor , Celedonio Romero , Francisco Tarrega , Robert de Visee , Luys de Narvaez , Vincenzo Galilei , Luis de Milan , Johann Sebastian Bach , John Dowland , Jean-Philippe Rameau , Gaspar Sanz , Harold Lawrence , The Romeros , Pepe Romero , Angel Romero , and Celin Romero Manufacturer: Philips ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Ballets | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music Minuets | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by J.S. Bach | Bach, Johann Sebastian | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Dowland | Dowland, John | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Granados, Enrique | ( G ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Rameau | Rameau, Jean Philippe | ( R ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Tarrega | Tarrega, Francisco | ( T ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Ballets & Dances | Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Ballets & Dances | Renaissance (c.1450-1600) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Cello | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Guitar | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Similar Items: Essential Guitar: 33 Guitar Masterpieces The Art of Pepe Romero: Guitar Favorites Songs My Father Taught Me Antonio Vivaldi: Guitar Concertos, Los Romeros Los Romeros: The Rodrigo Collection ASIN: B0000057NF Release Date: 1997-05-13

Tracks:

1. Trad. Spanish Folk Melody: Sevillanas
2. Intermezo from Goyescas
3. Llamada
4. Sevilla From Suite Espanola
5. Obbligato on Etude in B Minor
6. Noche en Malaga
7. Lagrima (Preludio)
8. Romantic Prelude
9. Allegretto From Sonatina In A Major
10. Prelude No. 3 In A Minor
11. Suite In D Minor
12. Cuatro diferencias sobre
13. Suite Of Six Dances
14. Three Pavanas
15. Minuet
16. Bourree
17. Gavotte
18. King Of Denmark's Galliard
19. Gavotte en rondeau
20. Espanoleta

Customer Reviews:

Brilliant music by great musicians.......2007-05-09

I got this for my mother for her birthday, and she was thrilled. I listened to it with her, and it's simply delicious music. I recommend this to everyone who enjoys the guitar, Spanish music, and classical music.

The Royal Family of Spanish Guitar.......2007-05-07

Superb. There is just nothing more to say.

Spanish classical guitar.......2007-04-23

If you are in the mood for some beautiful Spanish guitar music than this disc will fill that void. The Romeros have been recording elegant music for years as the gift of guitar playing has been passed down generations. What is especially nice about this disc is that it features a variety of composers major works. The Romeros interpret Issac Albeniz, Enrique Granados, Federico Torroba, Villa-Lobos and Bach amongst many others. Curiously enough, the works of Rodrigo are misssing. To avoid confusion in your buying this disc it is important to note that all the Romeros do not play guitar together on this disc. There is the occasional duet and group performance on guitar but for the most part these are individual solos. The solo guitar of each Romero is enough to capture your attention but it is important to note that Celedonio Romero dominates this disc. The inclosed booklet is very informative and educational regarding the history of each composition; it is nice reading material while you are listening to these early music time pieces. Although the individual pieces are composed by different people there is a flow to the music. This is great music to relax the mind to , perfect for reading or participating in some quite endevor. Recommended for Spanish classical guitar aficionados.

Sumptuous performances!.......2006-03-16

Since their early years this curious ensemble has detached due their impeccable phrasing, sublime expression and admirable phrasing. (We should remind the case of the Abreu brothers in the Seventies as other emblematic example of familiar ensembles) This special circumstance has allowed them to achieve a very high place in guitar' s world.

Their elegant refinement is not wrangled with the sensitive and required mood. They have maintained the perfect balance, becoming an obligated reference every time they release a new album in the market.

His Rodrigo's performances possess that verve so characteristic of the great interpreters. Listening pieces as Madrigal Concerto, the original Concerto for three guitars and the unbeatable performance of Fandango.

This album contains some of the most representative miniaturist pieces of the Spanish repertoire.

So please, don' t think it over and acquire this album that will reward you every time you listen it.

LOS ROMEROS TO PERFORM WITH THE EDISON SYMPHONY AT THE STATE THEATRE IN NJ.......2005-12-29

THIS IS A GREAT CD! COME SEE THE LOS ROMEROS THE ROYAL FAMILY OF THE GUITAR PERFORM LIVE WITH THE EDISON SYMPHONY ON FEBRUARY 19, 2006, AT THE STATE THEATRE IN NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ 2:00 P.M.

FOR TICKETS: www.edisonsymphony.com and www.statetheatrenj.org

Average customer rating: An Inspirational CD for an Inspirational Movie! Awesome CD! notwithstanding Outstanding! Wonderful!

Shine: The Complete Classics Manufacturer: Philips ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Polonaises | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Beethoven | Beethoven, Ludwig van | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Chopin | Chopin, Frédéric | ( C ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Liszt | Liszt, Franz | ( L ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Robert Schumann | Schumann, Robert | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Vivaldi | Vivaldi, Antonio | ( V ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Rachmaninov | Rachmaninov, Sergei | ( R ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Etudes | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Preludes | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Romantic | Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Piano | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Dichter, Misha | ( D ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Compilations | Classical | Styles | Music Romances | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Russian | Languages | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Movie Soundtracks | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Vocal Pop | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Shine: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Shine Vivaldi - Gloria · Nulla in mundo pax sincera · Nisi Dominus · Cantatas / Kirkby · Bott · Nelson · Watkinson · Bowman · Preston · AAM · Hogwood David Helfgott Plays Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 3; Four Preludes; Sonata No. 2 David Helfgott: Brilliantissimo ASIN: B0000041NI Release Date: 1997-05-13

Tracks:

1. Piano Concerto No. 3 In D Minor: 1. Allegro ma non tanto
2. Piano Concerto No. 3 In D Minor: 2. Intermezzo. Adagio
3. Piano Concerto No. 3 In D Minor: 3. Finale. Alla breve
4. Polonaise No. 6 In A Flat, Op. 53 (Heroic)
5. Kinderszenen, Op. 15: No. 10 Fast zu ernst
6. Prelude In D Flat, Op. 28 No. 15 (Raindrop)
7. 6 Etudes d'execution transcendante d'apres Paganini: No. 3 La campanella
8. Gloria In D, RV 589: Gloria In excelsis Deo - Allegro

Tracks:

1. 19 Hungarian Rhapsodies: No. 2 In C Sharp Minor
2. Prelude In C Sharp Minor, Op.3 No.2
3. Suite From 'The Tale Of Tsar Saltan': The Flight Of The Bumble-bee
4. Symphony No.9 In D Minor, Op. 125 (Choral): Presto - Allegro assai (Ode To Joy)
5. 3 Etudes de concert, S. 144: No. 3 Un sospiro
6. Nulla In mundo pax, RV 630

Customer Reviews:

An Inspirational CD for an Inspirational Movie!.......2000-08-16

The movie for this CD actually played a large part in my decision to become a serious pianist! The CD itself portrays all the pieces used in the movie wonderfully with the top recordings by the most talented artists. The Rachmaninov piano concerto no.3 is extremely exciting to listen to. If you enjoy exciting and romantic classical music, then this is the CD for you!

Awesome CD!.......2000-08-09

When I first saw the movie "Shine", I knew I had to get the soundtrack right away. When I got to the store, I was hoping that the soundtrack will include the complete list of all the songS. Many times, I get disapointed when I buy soundtracks (espeically classical music) because they tend to include only the part that they used in the movie. But when I saw this CD, I knew this was IT!!! And when I listened to it, it was even better than I expected. I love classical music and a lot of times, I am very disappointed by the presentation of the music in many CDs. It seems as if they hired someone who barely understand the piece to play the song. But from the first song you hear, you know this CD isn't that case. You can "feel" every song. Every time I listen to this CD, I get emotional. If you love classical music, I guarantee that you will love this CD. MUST HAVE!!

notwithstanding.......2000-02-01

This is a wonderful collection of classical music. Liszt, Rachmaninoff, and Chopin pieces are featured with such an artistic interpretation. Notwithstanding the cut made in movement 3, Rafael Orozco's version of Rach3 touches your soul. And this is coming from a Vladimir Horowitz fan, and a pianist!

Outstanding!.......1999-04-09

Just a grand selection of classical music, very fitting and complementary to this this marvelous film. The Rach III is exceptional; it really allows you to appreciate the struggle Helfgott endured as a child, as well as a young adult. A very complete collection compared to the actul movie soundtrack. Well worth buying!

Wonderful!.......1999-01-07

The full version of everything you heard in "Shine." The pieces are played very beautifully, and I listen to the CD all the time. You'll like it!

Average customer rating: Took a nap during labor Awesome! Induces great relaxation, pair with noise-cancelling headphones and sleep on plane. Recommended for first rate relaxation and sleep! Worth the listen

Brainwave Symphony Manufacturer: Relaxation ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Albinoni | Albinoni, Tomaso | ( A ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by J.S. Bach | Bach, Johann Sebastian | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Barber | Barber, Samuel | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Beethoven | Beethoven, Ludwig van | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Britten | Britten, Sir Benjamin | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Chopin | Chopin, Frédéric | ( C ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Elgar | Elgar, Sir Edward | ( E ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Finzi, Gerald | ( F ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Franz Joseph Haydn | Haydn, Franz Joseph | ( H ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Holst | Holst, Gustav | ( H ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart | Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus | ( M ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Mendelssohn | Mendelssohn, Felix | ( M ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Vaughan Williams, Ralph | ( V ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Vivaldi | Vivaldi, Antonio | ( V ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Warlock | Warlock, Peter | ( W ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Debussy | Debussy, Claude | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Concertinos | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Sonatas | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Sonatinas | Sonatas | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Classical | Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Romantic | Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Overtures | Theatrical, Incidental & Program Music | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Tone Poems | Theatrical, Incidental & Program Music | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Vaughan Williams, Ralph | Composers | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General Contemporary | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Trumpet | Brass | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Clarinet | Reeds & Winds | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Oboe | Reeds & Winds | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Cello | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Violin | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music Similar Items: Brainwave Suite Theta Meditation System: Let Go of Stress, Renew Your Spirit, Gain Insight, and Intuition Creative Mind System Awakened Mind System 2.0 Brainwave Journey ASIN: B00009L4UI Release Date: 2003-06-03

Tracks:

1. Violin Concerto In A Minor, BWV 1041, Andante
2. Concerto For 2 Violins In D Minor, BWV 1043, Largo Ma Non Tanto
3. Sinfonia Decima A 7 For 2 Trumpets and Strings, Op. 3, Adagio, Grave, Adagio
4. Cello Concerto In C, Adagio
5. Cello Concerto In D, Op. 101, Adagio
6. String Symphony No. 4, Andante
7. Capriol Suite Pieds-En-Lair
8. Violin Concerto No. 4 In D, K. 218 Andante Cantabile
9. Concerto In F Major, F VII 2, RV. 455, Grave
10. Concerto In A Minor, F VII 5, RV. 461 Larghetto
11. Symphony No. 6 In F Major Op. 68, 'Pastoral' Szene Am Bach/Scene By The Brook, Andante Molto Mosso

Tracks:

1. Concerto In D For 2 Trumpets, Strings, And Continuo
2. Sonata In D For 2 Trumpets, Strings, And Continuo
3. Violin Concerto In A Minor, BWV 104 First Movement
4. Cello Concerto In C, Moderato
5. Oboe Concerto In B-Flat, Op. 7, No. 6 Allegros I & II
6. Oboe Concerto In D Major, Op. 7, No. 6 Allegros I & II
7. Oboe Concerto In D Major, F VII 10 RV. 453 Allegro, Largo, Allegro
8. Symphony No. 40 In G Minor, K. 550 Andante
9. Basset Clarinet Concerto In A, K. 622 Allegro

Tracks:

1. The Planets Suite: Venus, Bringer Of Peace
2. The Planets Suite, Neptune, The Mystic
3. Adagio For Strings
4. Adagio In G Minor
5. Symphony No. 4 In C Minor, Andante
6. Symphony No. 5 In B-Flat Major, Andante
7. Violin Concerto In E Minor, Andante
8. Lady Radnor's Suite, Slow Minuet
9. Sospiri, Op. 70
10. Suite For String Orchestra, Nocturne
11. Marche Funevre, Lento, Excerpt
12. Calm Sea & Prosperous Voyage Op. 27

Tracks:

1. Fantasia On A Theme By Tomas Tallis
2. Lark Ascending
3. Eclogue For Piano And Strings
4. Clair De Lune
5. Clarinet Concerto, Adagio
6. Variations On A Theme Of Frank Bridge, Op. 10, Adagio
7. Variations On A Theme Of Frank Bridge, Op. 10, Chant

Album Description

BRAINWAVE SYMPHONY combines carefully selected music from the baroque, classical, romantic, impressionistic, and twentieth-century eras with breakthrough audio technology to give you the best of classical wisdom and modern science.

We all experience many states of consciousness, from ordinary waking and sleeping states to extraordinary states in which we are more at peace, particularly aware, or unusually creative. Each state has a unique pattern of brainwaves that can be mapped and measured. Brainwave Symphony uses of inaudible pulses of sound, based on these brain maps, to trigger your brain to produce the state you want to experience.

Combining this powerful new recording process with carefully selected works of Mozart, Beethoven, Haydn, Bach, and other masters offers a beautiful and unique listening experience as well as a powerful tool for personal transformation.

Orchestrate Your State of Mind

CD1 Alpha Relax & Let Go Alert Meditation, Tranquillity, and Active Relaxation. Mozart, Bach, Haydn, Mendelssohn, Warlock, Vivaldi, Bononcini, and Beethoven

CD2 Beta Energize & Focus Heightened Focus, Enhanced Energy, and Peak Performance. Mozart, Bach, Alberti, Haydn, Albinoni, and Vivaldi

CD3 Delta Unwind & Sleep Deep Relaxation, Rejuvenation, and Restful Sleep Holst, Barber, Albinoni, Parry, Elgar, Bridge, Mendelssohn, and Chopin

CD4 Theta Meditate & Create Deep Meditation, Heightened Intuition and Enhanced Creativity.

Williams, Finzi, Debussy and Britten

All brainwave frequencies were scored by Dr. Jeffrey Thompson whose innovative work, based on over 20 years of clinical research, is used by healthcare professionals in 26 countries. Dr. Thompson is currently on the faculty of, and has research and clinical offices at, the California Institute for Human Science.

Music was selected and sequenced by Pat Moffitt Cook, M.M., Ph.Dc., AMI Fellow, a pioneer in the use of music in health care. Pat is the founder and director of the Open Ear Center for Music in Healthcare and Education, where she trains professionals, musicians, and laypeople in the use of healing music.

Customer Reviews:

Took a nap during labor.......2007-01-16

I used the first CD in this collection (Alpha) to assist me during the labor and delivery of our daughter. I put it on our ipod and listened to it over and over during the labor process. I actually managed a light nap during active labor and had very little pain throughout the process. It that doesn't tell you that it keeps you relaxed and able to meditate, I don't know whatelse might convince you. The recording is great, the music lovely, and it does what it claims to do. I highly recommend it!

Awesome!.......2006-03-17

These really work! Ever wonder why listening to classical music may make you more up-tight than relaxing you? Here's the reason...

Induces great relaxation, pair with noise-cancelling headphones and sleep on plane........2005-12-30

So far I have only really used the relaxation CD, which works amazingly well. I have been flying more red-eyes lately in part because I know I can sleep on the plane from as soon as I get on. However, I have always slept pretty well on airplanes!

I keep forgetting to try out the rest of the CD collection.

Recommended for first rate relaxation and sleep!.......2005-06-06

These cds sound like simple classical music, but they do indeed assist you to enter different states of mind. For best effect, wear stereo headphones. But even without, you will find it easier to relax, sleep and meditate. If you don't like classical, the Brainwaves Suite has a new age/environmental sound.

Worth the listen.......2004-10-17

My curiousity was well rewarded when I first listened to these four CDs. The symphonic music is seamlessly recorded, accented with tone notations that are easy on the ear and peaceful on the mind. This set is at the office, on the iPod and the home computer, and loaned to others on a regular basis. They have flavored prayer services and supported pastoral conversations. Make good presents, too. Worried about subliminal suggestion? Well, if clearer thinking and thoughtful reflection is subliminal thinking, then you will get the message each time you listen to these recordings. Other recordings by Dr. Thompson deliver just as these do.

Average customer rating: mixed feelings, 3 stars. Jean-Yves Fan Superior recordings and performances Another installment of great by Thibaudet

Jean-Yves Thibaudet ~ Debussy - complete piano works, vol. 1 Manufacturer: Decca ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Dances | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music Preludes | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Character Pieces | Short Forms | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Nocturnes | Short Forms | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Debussy | Debussy, Claude | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music The Decca Records Store | Specialty Stores | Music Blowout Box Sets | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 20% Off | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music All Classical Music Blowout | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Debussy, Claude | ( D ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Instrumental | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Similar Items: Jean-Yves Thibaudet - Debussy · images, études ~ complete works for piano, vol. 2 Maurice Ravel: L'Oeuvre Pour Piano Seul The Chopin I Love Reflections On Duke - Jean-Yves Thibaudet Plays The Music Of Duke Ellington Ravel: Complete Works for Solo Piano ASIN: B000004294 Release Date: 1996-08-13

Tracks:

1. Preludes - livre I.: I. Danseuses de Delphes - C. Debussy
2. Preludes - livre I.: II. Voiles - C. Debussy
3. Preludes - livre I.: III. Le vent dans la plaine - C. Debussy
4. Preludes - livre I.: IV. 'Les sons et les parfums tornent dans l'air du soir' - C. Debussy
5. Preludes - livre I.: V. Les collines d'Anacapri - C. Debussy
6. Preludes - livre I.: VI. Des pas sur la neige - C. Debussy
7. Preludes - livre I.: VII. Ce qu'a vu le vent d'ouest - C. Debussy
8. Preludes - livre I.: VIII. La fille aux cheveux de lin - C. Debussy
9. Preludes - livre I.: IX. La serenade interrompue - C. Debussy
10. Preludes - livre I.: X. La catedrale engloutie - C. Debussy
11. Preludes - livre I.: XI. La danse de Puck - C. Debussy
12. Preludes - livre I.: XII. Minstrels - C. Debussy
13. Estampes: Pagodes - C. Debussy
14. Estampes: La soiree dans Grenade - C. Debussy
15. Estampes: Jardins sous la pluie - C. Debussy
16. Deux Arabesques: I. Andante con moto - C. Debussy
17. Deux Arabesques: II. Allegretto scherzando - C. Debussy
18. Reverie - C. Debussy
19. Masques - C. Debussy
20. L'isle joyeuse - C. Debussy

Tracks:

1. Preludes - livre II.: I. Brouillards - C. Debussy
2. Preludes - livre II.: II. Feuiles mortes - C. Debussy
3. Preludes - livre II.: III. La puerta del Vino - C. Debussy
4. Preludes - livre II.: IV. 'Les fees sont d'exquises danseuses' - C. Debussy
5. Preludes - livre II.: V. Bruyeres - C. Debussy
6. Preludes - livre II.: VI. 'General Lavine' - excentric - C. Debussy
7. Preludes - livre II.: VII. La terrasse des audiences du clair de lune - C. Debussy
8. Preludes - livre II.: VIII. Ondine - C. Debussy
9. Preludes - livre II.: IX. Hommage a Sanuel Pickwick Esq. P.P.M.P.C. - C. Debussy
10. Preludes - livre II.: X. Canope - C. Debussy
11. Preludes - livre II.: XI. Les tierces alternees - C. Debussy
12. Preludes - livre II.: XII. Feux d'artifice - C. Debussy
13. D'un cahier d'esquisses - C. Debussy
14. Morceau de concours - C. Debussy
15. Danse bohemienne - C. Debussy
16. Nocturne - C. Debussy
17. Images: Lent - C. Debussy
18. Images: Tres vite - C. Debussy
19. Pour le piano: Prelude - C. Debussy
20. Pour le piano: Sarabande - C. Debussy
21. Pour le piano: Toccata - C. Debussy

Tracks:

1. Preludes -- Livre I - Jean-Yves Thibaudet
2. Preludes -- Livre I - Jean-Yves Thibaudet
3. Preludes -- Livre I - Jean-Yves Thibaudet
4. Preludes -- Livre I - Jean-Yves Thibaudet
5. Preludes -- Livre I - Jean-Yves Thibaudet
6. Preludes -- Livre I - Jean-Yves Thibaudet
7. Preludes -- Livre I - Jean-Yves Thibaudet
8. Preludes -- Livre I - Jean-Yves Thibaudet
9. Preludes -- Livre I - Jean-Yves Thibaudet
10. Preludes -- Livre I - Jean-Yves Thibaudet
11. Preludes -- Livre I - Jean-Yves Thibaudet
12. Preludes -- Livre I - Jean-Yves Thibaudet
13. Estampes - Jean-Yves Thibaudet
14. Estampes - Jean-Yves Thibaudet
15. Estampes - Jean-Yves Thibaudet
16. Deux Arabesques - Jean-Yves Thibaudet
17. Deux Arabesques - Jean-Yves Thibaudet
18. Reverie - Jean-Yves Thibaudet
19. Masques - Jean-Yves Thibaudet
20. L'isle Joyeuse - Jean-Yves Thibaudet

Customer Reviews:

mixed feelings, 3 stars........2007-07-05

There are quite a few of Debussy's piano pieces that immediately ring a bell in the mind - Clair de Lune, Gollowog's Cake Walk, La Petite Negre, En Bateau, La Fille aux Cheveux de Lin, La Catedrale Engloutie, etc. These pieces are not, in my opinion, where Thibaudet shines, and make me wish I had a different set (but who's?) The Sunken Cathedral is quite nice, I admit. I will also say that he is quite listenable, whereas Geiseking (sp?) made me so angry I had spent $60 that I stopped buying classical cds for about 10 years.

On the other hand, Thibaudet does have technical mastery - the pieces with which I am less familiar, etudes especially (referring to vol. 2 of the set) are played, to my ears at least, very well, and in fact bring a smile to the face. There is no 'bad' playing anywhere, but the pieces in which I would have liked more musicality lead me to think that the others which I haven't developed an opinion on will sound better in other sets as well. The search continues. At least this set is a good bar.

Jean-Yves Fan.......2007-03-21

I am a big fan of Jean-Yves playing(and a Debussy fan) so I enjoyed this recording. Piano style is a personal preference. (as a musician and pianist I know what I like and what I don't like and it is often not the same as what others prefer) If you enjoyed any other recordings by Jean-Yves or have seen him and concert and loved him you will enjoy this recording.

Superior recordings and performances.......2005-09-18

The Penguin Guide to CDs and DVDs has Thibaudet's sets of the complete Debussy solo piano music at the top of the digital recordings, and this is certainly high quality.

We have several recordings of the Preludes and some other works, but there is nothing to come close to Thibaudet for great performances and superior recording quality.

The liner notes are very helpful, and in the first set you get different articles in English, French, German and Italian. Great if you are multilingual, but only of marginal interest to me. The second set has one article and translations, not separate articles.

Well worth purchasing.

Another installment of great by Thibaudet.......2000-06-13

Thibaudet certainly has a great knack for playing French music. Perhaps it is because he is French himself, or perhaps it is because he has been blessed with a wonderful insight to piano music in general. I say this, because he brings such great musicianship to whatever he puts to record or performance. This two CD set of Debussy's Preludes exudes the personalities of both the composer and the pianist. Debussy, known as the great impressionist composer, delicately has painted numerous portraits in his preludes and this recording certainly does well at bringing them out. Technically, these pieces are played with virtuosity and clear attention to precision, clarity, and musicality. One of the best parts of this set is the a bonus CD of short interviews with Thibaudet in various languages where he himself explains what he has brought to the table in playing these pieces and what insights he had in mind when approaching these pieces.

Average customer rating: Music to Close Your Eyes to, Dream, and Float Away Breathtaking; quintessentially Russian and romantic Brilliant This is a good CD

Rachmaninov: Complete Works for Cello and Piano Manufacturer: Naxos ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Vocal & Song | Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Cello | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Rachmaninov | Rachmaninov, Sergei | ( R ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music CDs Under $7 | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music $6.99 and Under | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music All Classical Music Blowout | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Rachmaninov, Sergei | ( R ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Opera & Vocal | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Similar Items: Rachmaninov: The Symphonies Carl Stamitz: Cello Concertos Nos. 1-3 Rachmaninoff, Prokofiev: Cello Sonatas Prokofiev: String Quartets Nos. 1 & 2; Cello Sonata Rachmaninov: Complete Operas (Aleko, The Miserly Knight, Francesca di Rimini) ASIN: B00000IMFP Release Date: 1999-05-11

Tracks:

1. Son in g, Op.19: Lento - Allegro Moderato
2. Son in g, Op.19: Allegro Scherzando
3. Son in g, Op.19: Andate
4. Son in g, Op.19: Allegro Mosso
5. Romance in F, Op.4, No.3 Lento
6. Lied (Romance) in f: Andantino
7. Melodie in D: Moderato
8. Prld in F, Op.2, No.1: Comodo
9. Vocalise in e, Op.34, No.14: Lentamente - Molto Cantabile
10. Danse Orientale in A, Op.2, No.2: Andante Cantabile

Customer Reviews:

Music to Close Your Eyes to, Dream, and Float Away.......2005-12-04

This beautifully performed CD is filled with Rachmaninov's hauntingly beautiful melodies, including one of the most famous in the classical repertoire, "Vocalise," peformed with warmth and sensitivity by two highly talented musicians.

The CD is so reasonably priced that it would be worthwhile to purchase it even if the only selection on it were the 34 minute "Sonata in G minor," one of the most beautiful sonatas ever composed for cello and piano, with its enrapturing Andante third section. I geatly enjoyed every selection on this CD, especially the final selection, Danse Orientale, composed in 1892, when Rachmaninov was only 19 years old. This last selection has a timeless quality and an ethereal hypnotic beauty and intensity that I found very moving.

In addition to the outstanding music on this CD, the insert has two different essays that are both well-written and informative, one in English and a second essay in French, with the second essay providing background information about the musical influences and historical circumstances behind the compositions that is not in the English essay. There is also biographical information on both of these highly talented musicians.

Breathtaking; quintessentially Russian and romantic.......2004-06-26

Russian composers from the late 19th and early 20th centuries have always been some of my favorites. Rachmaninov, Tchaikovsky, and Prokofiev all wrote music with a similar sort of fiery, overwhelming, and tragic passion. These pieces for cello and piano are quintessential works of this genre; the cello is an instrument particularly suited to this type of music. The musicians, Janet Guggenheim and Michael Grebanier, use near-perfect technical ability to supplement sensitive interpretations of the pieces. I highly recommend the G minor sonata.

Brilliant.......2003-04-23

The CD is priceless, considering its wonderfully low price. The sonata alone is worth buying the disc for, though the other pieces are also first-rate.

This is a good CD.......2000-02-29

I liked this recording. The sound is clear and brilliant. The interpreters are ok, and ¿what can I say about the music? It's Rachmaninov! The sonata is full of passion and the price makes this CD a real to consider!

Average customer rating: Thank You Boulez 5 Star music. Some very good performances, some are aimless. not much more to be said a transcendent masterpiece Five stars and a bullet

Complete Webern Anton von Webern , Clemens Hagen , David Finckel , Anton Webern , Pierre Boulez , Ensemble InterContemporain , Mary Ann McCormick , Berliner Philharmoniker , Eric Schneider , Gianluca Cascioli , Krystian Zimerman , Oleg Maisenberg , Pierre-Laurent Aimard , Christiane Oelze , Francoise Pollet , Lawrence Dutton , Gidon Kremer , and Philip Setzer Manufacturer: Deutsche Grammophon ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Dances | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music Quartets | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Quintets | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Trios | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by J.S. Bach | Bach, Johann Sebastian | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Webern | Webern, Anton von | ( W ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Sonatas | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Sonatas | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Variations | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Piano | Keyboard | Instruments | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Vocal & Song | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General Contemporary | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Cello | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Violin | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra | ( B ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Cantatas | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Classical | Box Sets | Stores | Music Opera & Vocal | Box Sets | Stores | Music Deutsche Grammophon: Music | Specialty Stores | Music Similar Items: Alban Berg Collection / Various (Coll) Arnold Schoenberg: Serenade/Five Pieces For Orchestra Arnold Schoenberg: Chamber Music for Strings Schoenberg: Piano Concerto Schoenberg: Piano Works ASIN: B00004R9F0 Release Date: 2000-05-09

Tracks:

1. Passacaglia For Orchestra Op. 1: Sehr massig, Tempo I - Massig bewegt, Tempo II - Sehr lebhaft, Tempo III
2. 5 Movements Op. 5: I. Heftig bewegt
3. 5 Movements Op. 5: II. Sehr langsam
4. 5 Movements Op. 5: III. Sehr lebhaft
5. 5 Movements Op. 5: IV. Sehr langsam
6. 5 Movements Op. 5: V. In zarter Bewegung
7. 6 Pieces For Orchestra Op. 6: I. Etwas bewegte Achtel
8. 6 Pieces For Orchestra Op. 6: II. Bewegt
9. 6 Pieces For Orchestra Op. 6: III. Zart bewegt
10. 6 Pieces For Orchestra Op. 6: IV. Langsam. Marcia funebre
11. 6 Pieces For Orchestra Op. 6: V. Sehr langsam
12. 6 Pieces For Orchestra Op. 6: VI. Zart bewegt
13. 2 Arrangements: J.S. Bach: Fuga (Ricercata) a 6 voci: Sehr massig
14. Franz Schubert: German Dances Op. Post. D 820: No. 1 - No. 2 (No. 1) - No. 3 ( No. 1) In A Flat Major
15. Franz Schubert: German Dances Op. Post. D 820: No. 4 - No. 5 (No. 4) - No. 6 (No. 4) In B Flat Major
16. Im Sommerwind - Idyll For Large Orchestra: Ruhig bewegt - Ruhig - Lustig - Schnell - Feierlich bewegt - Voll Schwung - Aufjauchzend - sehr ruhig und weihevoll

Tracks:

1. 5 Pieces For Orchestra: I. Bewegt
2. 5 Pieces For Orchestra: II. Langsam (sostenuto)
3. 5 Pieces For Orchestra: III. Sehr bewegte Viertel
4. 5 Pieces For Orchestra: IV. Langsame Viertel
5. 5 Pieces For Orchestra: V. (Alla breve)
6. 3 Orchestral Songs: I. Leise Dufte: 'Leise Dufte, Bluten so zart'
7. 3 Orchestral Songs: II. Kunfttag III: 'Nun wird es wieder Lenz'
8. 3 Orchestral Songs: III. 'O sanftes Gluhn der Berge'
9. Symphony Op. 21: I. Ruhig schreitend
10. Symphony Op. 21: II. Variationen: Thema. Sehr ruhig - Var. I. Lebhafter - Var. II Sehr lebhaft - Var. III. Wieder massiger - Var. IV. Ausserst ruhig - Var. V. Sehr lebhaft - Var. VI. Marschmassig. Nicht eilen - Var. VII. Etwas breiter - Coda
11. Das Augenlicht Op. 26: 'Durch unsre offnen Augen' - 'The Eyes Of Radiance' - Langsam
12. Cantata No. 1 Op. 29: I. 'Zundender Lichtblitz des Lebens' - Getragen - Lebhaft
13. Cantata No. 1 Op. 29: II. 'Kleiner Flugel Ahornsamen' - Leicht bewegt
14. Cantata No. 1 Op. 29: III. 'Tonen die seligen Saiten Apolls' - Ruhig
15. Variations For Orchestra Op. 30
16. Cantata No. 2 Op. 31: I. 'Schweigt auch die Welt' - Sehr lebhaft - Ruhig
17. Cantata No. 2 Op. 31: II. 'Sehr tief verhalten innerst Leben' - Sehr verhalten
18. Cantata No. 2 Op. 31: III. 'Schopfen aus Brunnen des Himmels' - Sehr bewegt
19. Cantata No. 2 Op. 31: IV. 'Leichteste Burden der Baume' - Sehr lebhaft
20. Cantata No. 2 Op. 31: V. 'Freundselig ist das Wort' - Sehr massig
21. Cantata No. 2 Op. 31: VI. 'Gelockert aus dem Schosse' - Sehr fliessend

Tracks:

1. Piano Quintet: Moderato
2. 'Entflieht auf leichten Kahnen' op. 2: Zart bewegt
3. 2 Lieder op. 8: I. 'Du, der ichs nicht sage'
4. 2 Lieder op. 8: 'Du machst mich allein'
5. 5 Pieces for Orchestra op. 10: I. Sehr ruhig und zart
6. 5 Pieces for Orchestra op. 10: II. Leghaft und zart bewegt
7. 5 Pieces for Orchestra op. 10: III. Sehr langsam und ausserst ruhig
8. 5 Pieces for Orchestra op. 10: IV. Fliessend, ausserst zart
9. 5 Pieces for Orchestra op. 10: V. Sehr fliessend
10. 4 Lieder op. 13: I. Wiese im Park: 'Wie wird mir zeitlos'
11. 4 Lieder op. 13: II. Die Einsame: 'An dunkelblauem Himmel'
12. 4 Lieder op. 13: III. In der Fremde: 'In fremden Lande lag ich'
13. 4 Lieder op. 13: IV. Ein Winterabend: 'Wenn der Schnee ans Fenster fallt'
14. 6 Lieder op. 14: I. Die Sonne: 'Taglich kommt die gelbe Sonne'
15. 6 Lieder op. 14: II. Abendland I: 'Mond, als trate ein Totes'
16. 6 Lieder op. 14: III. Abendland II: 'So leise sind die grunen Walder'
17. 6 Lieder op. 14: IV. Abendland IV: 'Ihr grossen Stadte steinern aufgebaut'
18. 6 Lieder op. 14: V. Nachts: 'Die Blaue meiner Augen'
19. 6 Lieder op. 14: VI. Gesang einer gefangenen Amsel: 'Dunkler Odem im grunen Gezweig'
20. 5 Sacred Songs op. 15: I. 'Das Kreuz, das musst' er tragen'
21. 5 Sacred Songs op. 15: II. Morgenlied: 'Steht auf, ihr lieben Kinderlein'
22. 5 Sacred Songs op. 15: III. 'In Gottes Namen aufstehn'
23. 5 Sacred Songs op. 15: IV. 'Mein Weg geht jetzt voruber'
24. 5 Sacred Songs op. 15: V. 'Fahr hin, o Seel', zu deinem Gott'
25. 5 Canons op. 16: I. 'Christus factus est'
26. 5 Sacred Songs op. 15: II. 'Dormi Jesu, mater ridet' From 'Des Knaben Wunderhorn'
27. 5 Sacred Songs op. 15: III. 'Crux fidelis'
28. 5 Sacred Songs op. 15: IV. 'Asperges me, Domine'
29. 5 Sacred Songs op. 15: V. 'Crucem tuam adoramus, Domine'
30. 3 Traditional Rymes op. 17: I. 'Armer Sunder, du'
31. 3 Traditional Rymes op. 17: II. 'Liebste Jungfrau, wir sind dein'
32. 3 Traditional Rymes op. 17: III. 'Heiland, unsre Missetaten'
33. 3 Lieder for voice, E flat clarinet and guitar op. 18: I. 'Schatzerl klein'
34. 3 Lieder for voice, E flat clarinet and guitar op. 18: II. Erlosung: 'Mein Kind, sieh an' From 'Des Knaben Wunderhorn'
35. 3 Lieder for voice, E flat clarinet and guitar op. 18: III. 'Ave , Regina coelorum'
36. 2 Lieder op. 19 for mixed choir: I. 'Wiess wie Lilien'
37. 2 Lieder op. 19 for mixed choir: II. 'Ziehn die Schafe'
38. Quartet op. 22: I. Sehr massig
39. Quartet op. 22: II. Sehr schwungvall
40. Concerto op. 24: I. Etwas lebhaft
41. Concerto op. 24: II. Sehr schwungvoll
42. Concerto op. 24: III. Sehr rasch

Tracks:

1. 3 Poems: I. Vorfruhling: 'Leise tritt auf...'
2. 3 Poems: II. Nachtgebet der Braut: 'O mein Geliebter'
3. 3 Poems: III. Fromm: 'Der Mond scheint auf mein Lager'
4. 8 Early Lieder: I. Tief von fern: 'Aus des Abends weissen Wagen'
5. 8 Early Lieder: II. Aufblick: 'Uber unsre Liebe hangt eine Trauerweide'
6. 8 Early Lieder: III. Bleuengruss: 'Der Strauss, den ich gepflucket'
7. 8 Early Lieder: IV. Bild der Liebe: 'Von Wald umgeben'
8. 8 Early Lieder: V. Sommerbend: 'Du Sommerbend! Heilig, goldnes Licht!'
9. 8 Early Lieder: VI. Heiter: 'Mein Herz ist wie ein See so weit'
10. 8 Early Lieder: VII. Der Tod: 'Ach, es ist do dunkel in des Todes Kammer'
11. 8 Early Lieder: VIII. Heimgang in der Fruhe: 'In der Dammerung'
12. 3 Lieder on poems by Ferdinand Avenarius: I. Gefunden: 'Nun wir uns lieben, rauscht mein stolzes Gluck'
13. 3 Lieder on poems by Ferdinand Avenarius: II. Gebet: 'Ertrage du's, lass schneiden dir den Schmerz'
14. 3 Lieder on poems by Ferdinand Avenarius: III. Greunde: 'Schmerze und Freuden reift jede Stunde'
15. 5 Lieder on poems by Richard Dehmel: I. Ideale Landschaft: 'Du hattest einen Glanz auf deiner Stirn'
16. 5 Lieder on poems by Richard Dehmel: II. Am Ufer: 'Die Wlet verstummt, dein Blut erklingt'
17. 5 Lieder on poems by Richard Dehmel: III. Himmelfahrt: 'Schwebst du nieder aus den Weiten'
18. 5 Lieder on poems by Richard Dehmel: IV. Nachtliche Scheu: 'Zaghaft vom Gewolk ins Land'
19. 5 Lieder on poems by Richard Dehmel: V. Helle Nacht: 'Weich kusst die Zweige der weisse Mond'
20. 5 Lieder from 'Der siebente Ring' by Stefan George op. 3: I. 'Dies ist ein lied'
21. 5 Lieder from 'Der siebente Ring' by Stefan George op. 3: II. ''Im windes-weben'
22. 5 Lieder from 'Der siebente Ring' by Stefan George op. 3: III. 'An baches ranft'
23. 5 Lieder from 'Der siebente Ring' by Stefan George op. 3: IV. 'Im morgen-taun'
24. 5 Lieder from 'Der siebente Ring' by Stefan George op. 3: V. 'Kahl reckt der baum'
25. 5 Lieder on poems by Stefan George op. 4: I. Eingang: 'Welt der gestalten lang lebewohl!'
26. 5 Lieder on poems by Stefan George op. 4: II. Noch zwingt mich treue uber dir zu wachen'
27. 5 Lieder on poems by Stefan George op. 4: III. 'Ja heil und dank dir'
28. 5 Lieder on poems by Stefan George op. 4: IV. 'So ich traurig bin'
29. 5 Lieder on poems by Stefan George op. 4: V. 'Ihr tratet zu dem herde'
30. 4 Lieder on poems by Stefan George: I. 'Erwachen aus dem tiefsten traumes-schoosse'
31. 4 Lieder on poems by Stefan George: II. Kunfttag I: 'Dem bist du kind, dem freund'
32. 4 Lieder on poems by Stefan George: III. Trauer I: 'So wart bis ich dies dir noch kunde'
33. 4 Lieder on poems by Stefan George: IV. 'Das lockere saatgefilde lechzet krank'
34. 4 Lieder op. 12: I. 'Der Tag ist vergangen' - Folksong
35. 4 Lieder op. 12: II. Die geheimnisvolle Flote: 'An einem Abend, da die Blumen dufteten' - Li-Tai-Po
36. 4 Lieder op. 12: III. 'Schien mir's, als ich sah die Sonne' - 'Gespenstersonate'
37. 4 Lieder op. 12: IV. Gleich und gleich: 'Ein Blumenglockchen'
38. 3 Songs From 'Viae inviae' by HildegardJone op. 23: I. 'Das dunkle Herz, das in sich lauscht'
39. 3 Songs From 'Viae inviae' by HildegardJone op. 23: II. Es sturzt aus Hohen Frische'
40. 3 Songs From 'Viae inviae' by HildegardJone op. 23: III. Herr Jesus mein'
41. 3 Lieder on poems by Hildegard Jone op. 25: I. 'Wie bein ich froh!'
42. 3 Lieder on poems by Hildegard Jone op. 25: II. 'Des Herzens Purpurvogel fliegt durch Nacht'
43. 3 Lieder on poems by Hildegard Jone op. 25: III. 'Sterne, ihr silbernen Bienen der Nacht'

Tracks:

1. Slow Movement For String Quartet: Langsam, mit bewegtem Ausdruck
2. 5 Movements For String Quartet: I. Heftig bewegt
3. 5 Movements For String Quartet: II. Sehr langsam
4. 5 Movements For String Quartet: III. Sehr bewegt
5. 5 Movements For String Quartet: IV. Sehr langsam
6. 5 Movements For String Quartet: V. In zarter Bewegung
7. String Quartet
8. 6 Batatelles For String Quartet op. 9: I. Massig
9. 6 Batatelles For String Quartet op. 9: II. Leicht bewegt
10. 6 Batatelles For String Quartet op. 9: III. Ziemlich fliessend
11. 6 Batatelles For String Quartet op. 9: IV. Sehr langsam
12. 6 Batatelles For String Quartet op. 9: V. Ausserst langsam
13. 6 Batatelles For String Quartet op. 9: VI. Fliessend
14. Rondo For String Quartet: Bewegt
15. Movement For String Trio op. post.: Ruhig fliessend
16. 3 Pieces For String Quartet: I. Bewegt
17. 3 Pieces For String Quartet: II. Langsam: Grief Always; Looking Upward; Heaven's Dew; Memory; Black Flowers; On Breast; Out Of Mother
18. 3 Pieces For String Quartet: III. Nicht zu langsam
19. String Trio op. 20: I. Sehr langsam
20. String Trio op. 20: II. Sehr getragen und ausdrucksvoll
21. String Quartet op. 28: I. Massig
22. String Quartet op. 28: II. Gemachlich - Bewegt
23. String Quartet op. 28: III. Sehr fliessend

Tracks:

1. 2 Pieces For Cello And Piano: I. Langsam
2. 2 Pieces For Cello And Piano: II. Langsam
3. Movement For Piano: Lebhaft
4. Sonata Movement (Rondo) For Piano: (Bewegt) - Ruhig bewegt - Sehr ruhig
5. 4 Pieces For Violin And Piano op. 7: I. Sehr langsam
6. 4 Pieces For Violin And Piano op. 7: II. Rasch
7. 4 Pieces For Violin And Piano op. 7: III. Sehr langsam
8. 4 Pieces For Violin And Piano op. 7: IV. Bewegt
9. 3 Little Pieces For Cello And Piano op. 11: I. Massige
10. 3 Little Pieces For Cello And Piano op. 11: II. Sehr bewegt
11. 3 Little Pieces For Cello And Piano op. 11: III. Ausserst ruhig
12. Cello Sonata: Sehr bewegt
13. Children's Piece For Piano: Lieblich
14. Piano Piece: Im Tempo eines Menuetts
15. Variations For Piano op. 27: I. Sehr massig
16. Variations For Piano op. 27: II. Sehr schnell
17. Variations For Piano op. 27: III. Ruhig fleissend

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Pierre Boulez's Complete Webern Edition appears just over two decades after his last traversal. Well, it's not literally complete, but does have enough early works to set the mature ones in the right context. These days, Webern is no longer seen so much as a new music guru as he is a major composer, pure and simple--his expression as concise as it is intense. Performancewise, there's a quality of musicianship here that few previous recordings have matched; familiarity with the idiom certainly plays its part, but so does Boulez's belief that what we're hearing needs to be presented with conviction. Try the Passacaglia, sensuous music that combines the soundworld of Brahms and Mahler, or the string quartet or orchestra pieces--miniatures in duration, but whole dramas of expression.

Ease of performance doesn't always make this music easy to come to grips with: the song cycles need several listenings to grasp the meaning behind the compression, while the later instrumental and choral works have a luminous austerity that looks back to Bach and beyond to Renaissance masters such as Schütz and Isaac. While much of Webern's music has long been admired, only now is it becoming possible to respond to it through the heart as well as the brain. This set, superbly packaged and comprehensively documented, marks a major step forward, and deserves investigating by anyone keen to appreciate something of the music's quiet, calm essence in an often strident, dislocated century. --Richard Whitehouse

Customer Reviews:

Thank You Boulez.......2001-10-23

If you are a fan of the "New Vienna School" (Schoenberg, Berg, Webern) or 20th century "classical" or "serious" music, this disk set is very rewarding. Beautifully recorded and packaged, and with equally good liner notes, it is a treat to strap on the headphones and listen.

I debated between buying this or Boulez's older Webern set and went with this one. There is much more music on this set because pieces without opus numbers are included. They lend a lot of insight into his "published" works. I also went with this set because it is a modern digital recording, the previous set being from the early 70's. I will often side with a classic recording when needed-performance over sound. Here, I'm happy to report, the listener gets both. Every detail is captured.

Thank you very much Pierre Boulez and DG for making this project happen. Please keep the Schoenberg and Berg disks coming. And thank you Anton Webern for continually opening my ears.

5 Star music. Some very good performances, some are aimless........2001-08-25

Webern's music demonstrates a level of craft, in which few composers ever contend. The more that I listen to the works of Webern, the more I hear that each note must be just as it is. There is nothing wasted in this music. The expression is never vague, always intense. I do admire the works of many modern composers, but few are so discerning and meticulous in their works. Webern's craft is equal with the greats of music history; Guillarme de Machaut, Carlo Gesualdo, Claudio Monteverdi, J.S. Bach, Franz Joseph Haydn, Ludwig Beethoven. He is a towering figure. The music that is played here is first rate. However, I have not yet heard performances of many of his works that bring out everything that Webern's music has to offer. For example, the Op. 27 Piano Variations are seldom done justice. All of the movements are given `circa' tempo indications, but many take the movements much slower or faster than indicated. Unfortunately, on this recording the fast movement is slow and the slow movements fast. Presumably the slower tempo in the fast movement would allow for more accurate interpretation of the frequent changes between piano and forte. The problem is that the F's typically don't fade away fast enough and drown out the P's. The other option is to make the P's a little bit more like mezzo forte's. The recording that Pollini did of the work on Deutsche Gramaphon with the Boulez 2nd Sonata manages to reconcile the dynamics with the tempo. However, what I have not heard with the work is the full impact of the affect in the work. What the Pollini performance fails in is the coldness of the interpretation. For those interested, I believe that DG is currently putting out the Pollini performance with Stravinsky's Petruska and a Prokofiev sonata at a fairly low price. This recording brings together several performances of more `high profile' ensembles than the older recording on Sony, which mostly featured performances of musicians from Juilliard. The performances are often more colorful, but I can't say that I always think they surpass their predecessors. The interpretations of the works are a little bit `hit and miss.' The ensembles that Boulez conducts tend to bring out the same sorts of things in the works that the previous ensembles did with the last `complete Webern.' This is good in places; I appreciate the more resonant quality that the recent recording equipment affords, and Boulez conducts a comparable performance of the orchestral works such as the `Symphonie.' The recording of the `Konzert' for nine instruments is good. The performances of the early expressionist works, such as the `Five Orchestral Pieces,' are powerful. Boulez is less afraid to see the human in Webern and let the shocked silences speak. Furthermore, the peaks are less harsh, allowing more of the subtle affects to become visible. Some of the performances just lack a certain power of expression that the previous `complete webern' had; a viscerally that the strength of the `Webern - Vogue' afforded them. The musicians that played the previous complete were looking at Webern as a giant, they are young and virile performances. These performances sometimes view Webern as a curiosity, a historical anachronism, the way that your grandfather will tell you a strange story, of which he himself doesn't understand the point, but he relates as a bit of curio. All in all, I wouldn't say that this set of recordings is the final word on the majority of Webern's works. Many of the performances in the previous set are just as good, but neither do those constantly surpass these performances. Both have their faults. The previous set tended to be cold and more aggressive than was necessary in places. The new set tends to wander at times, as if the performer does not understand the point. It's always difficult to sum up a complete works set for a prospective buyer. Just as in `complete works' of Bach sets that I own, the performances are not always amazing. However, the strength of the compositions often overcomes my desire for a strong performance, and I'm just glad that I have a recording of someone performing that Bach work that I want to hear. Here, similarly, the performances aren't always the best, but there is a wider range of Webern's ouvre represented and many of the performances are quite good. I suppose my counsel would be that one should consider the price of this set vs. the older sony set. The sony set is less complete, but it does include all of the really monolithic, profound Webern works. You also get a view of the younger, romantic Webern in this new set, in addition to better sound quality. Certain performances are better in each set, and so you'll get some good and some bad in either choice. For those that already have a strong taste for Webern's music, try this set. For those who are looking for a starting place, you might try the sony set. The highlights of this set are the Boulez orchestral performances. He has honed his vision for Webern since the last set and they are `worth the price.' For those further exploring Webern, those performances should be heard.

not much more to be said.......2001-08-01

... i could be extremely nit-picky, and complain about the solo piano pieces, and their performer's occasional humming, and the baffling ordering of the quartet disc, and the discrepencies in the translations of the booklet, and how the english left out any explanation of sator arepo etc..., yet the french seems to, and all the little tiny errors, in the booklet... but... these are all moot points when any of the performances are heard. it brings to light all facets of the composer, so he no longer seems ascetic and overly intellectual, just check out the highly romantic string quartet op. 28, and variations for orchestra, yes even the solo piano pieces with the humming. all in all, a very enlightening experience.

a transcendent masterpiece.......2000-07-17

The performances here are absolutely brilliant.

Nuance, detail, sensitivity.

This is not merely music, this is magic!

Five stars and a bullet.......2000-06-13

Pierre Boulez, the enfant not-very-terrible-any-more of French music, has surpassed himself. Twenty-two years ago, CBS released his Complete Works of Anton Webern, and it's remained the definitive Webern collection. Until, as they say in movie trailers, now.

This consists of the three Webern albums Boulez has recorded for DG over the past five years or so, plus everything else Webern ever wrote. It thus scores straightaway over the earlier CBS/Sony set, which was restricted to works that had opus numbers and filled three CDs. This one includes the charming early songs, the equally early "Im Sommerwind" for orchestra and a number of posthumous and otherwise non-Opus works that didn't make it onto the earlier set. Webern is a composer whose entire output takes about six hours to listen to in its entirety, and it's all here, on six CDs.

That's fine; is it any good? Well, it's digitally recorded, and if ever a composer was born for CD, it's Webern. The pianissimos are more ppp than ever, thanks to better recording techniques. Boulez himself has also unbuttoned a bit. His earlier set, recorded between 1967 and 1972, was high on austerity and, if it fell down at all, did so on emotion. The older Boulez (he's 75 this year) is more relaxed about letting tuttis blare and climaxes, well, climax. The result is both as intellectually satisfying as we've come to expect from Boulez, and warmly expressive; in general, a more moving and less didactic set of recordings than the previous lot. And all the better for it, as far as this composer (and this listener) is concerned.

There are many benefits of a digital set, not the least being the better registration of timbral variety, which Webern (as is well known) made into a compositional principle. Even those allergic to twelve-tone music can't help but be ravished by the intricate sweetness of his arrangement of the Bach six-part fugue from the "Musical Offering". The arrangement of Schubert's German Dances has been re-recorded, and can be heard now in all its sprightliness. (The CBS/Sony set has an archive recording conducted by Webern himself in the thirties, but dodgy sound quality prevented it from shining forth properly, despite Webern's witty conducting.)

This is, for my money, the best classical recording that's likely to be released this year, if not for the next ten years. I don't know whether it's a complement to the CBS/Sony set or a replacement for it, but either way it's a wonderful package. Congratulations to all involved.

Average customer rating: Very nice introduction to the work of a great soprano The very best performance by Victoria de los Angeles In Memoriam: A Tribute To The Late Victoria the genius of de los angeles A n angelic voice

The Very Best of Victoria de los Angeles Victoria De Los Angeles Manufacturer: EMI Classics ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Leoncavallo | Leoncavallo, Ruggiero | ( L ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music London Philharmonic Orchestra | ( L ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music National Philharmonic Orchestra London | ( N ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Operettas | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Similar Items: The Very Best of Lucia Popp Very Best of Very Best of The Very Best of Janet Baker The Very Best of Franco Corelli ASIN: B000083GOE Release Date: 2003-04-22

Tracks:

1. O Mio Babbino Caro
2. Un Bel Di Vedremo
3. Si. Mi Chiamano Mimi - Jussi Bjorling
4. Senza Mamma
5. Voi Lo Sapete, O Mamma
6. Qual Fiamma Avea Nel Guardo!... Hui! Stridono Lassu
7. Ebben? Ne Andro Lontana
8. Nacqui All'Affano...Non Piu Mesta
9. Una Voce Poco Fa
10. E Strano!... Ah, Fors' E Lui...Sempre Libera
11. Porgi, Amor
12. Dich, Teure Halle
13. Einsam In Truben Tagen
14. Je Ne Suis Que Faiblesse...Adieu, Notre Petite Table
15. Les Grands Seigneurs...Ah! Je Ris
16. Quand Je Vous Aimerai?...L'Amour Est Un Oiseau Rebelle

Tracks:

1. Auf Flugein Des Gesanges
2. Ich Liebe Dich
3. Wiegenlied
4. Les Filles De Cadiz
5. Cuba Dentro De Un Piano
6. Chevre
7. Punto De Habanera
8. Cancion De Cuna Para Dormir A Un Negrito
9. Canto Negro
10. De Espana Vengo
11. Cancion Del Amor Dolido
12. Cancion Del Fuego Fatuo
13. La Pastoura Als Camps
14. Bailero
15. Chut, Chut
16. Uno Jionto Postouro
17. Oh! Had I Jubal's Lyre
18. An Die Musik
19. Dein Blaues Auge
20. Vergebliches Standchen - Gerald Moore
21. L'Invitation Au Voyage
22. La Flute Enchantee
23. Chanson Espagnole
24. Chanson Francaise
25. Chanson Italienne
26. Clavelitos!
27. Malaguena - Gerald Moore
28. Granadina - Gerald Moore
29. Adios, Granada
30. Zapateado (La Tarantula E Un Bicho Mu Malo) - Alicia De Larrocha

Customer Reviews:

Very nice introduction to the work of a great soprano.......2007-07-13

This 2 CD set is a terrific introduction to the body of work of Victoria de los Angeles. As the "liner notes" point out: "She was an artist who brought individuality and a sense of joy to everything she performed. . . ." And this is not hyperbole. She was a top soprano in the middle part of the twentieth century.

Some cuts exemplify her art:

"Un bel di" is a ravishing version of this well known aria. She demonstrates a rich voice with fine musicality. This is a ravishing version of this aria. The singer displays good vocal control. There are nice transitions across the registers.

"Si, mi chiamano Mimi" is another well known work for sopranos. Again, nicely done. She appears (to me anyhow) to catch the spirit of Mimi very nicely indeed.

From "La Traviata," she essays "E strano. . .Sempre Libera." This is an affecting version. She does not have the coloratura armamentarium that some have brought to bear on this aria, but she does a fine job nonetheless. She seems to capture the desperate spirit of Violetta in "Sempre Libera."

Rossini's "Una voce poco fa" is a nice tour de force for sopranos. De los Angeles does a nice job here. This is a work from the Bel canto repertoire, but she does well. She shows vocal agility and captures the spirit of the work. This is an affecting, charming version. There is some occasional vocal harshness, but not a serious issue.

From "Carmen," "L'amour est un oiseau rebelle." Richly and nicely sung.

Her range on this CD is worth noting: from Puccini and Verdi to Wagner to Rossini to Gounod.

And then another of her specialties--songs. She does a nice turn with the Spanish song "Malaguena." Then, in a nice twist, she accompanies herself on guitar in "Adios Granada." I'm not normally so excited about songs, but in this case I found her work enchanting.

So, if you want to get a sense of the artistry of Victoria de los Angeles, this is an excellent starting point. Highly recommended!

The very best performance by Victoria de los Angeles.......2006-09-13

Is the recording on Allegro records of her performance of Madame Butterfly in New Orleans in 1954, not the Rome recording. She is simply radiant, perfect, a voice truly that is a victory for the angels. Unbelievably marvelous.

In Memoriam: A Tribute To The Late Victoria.......2005-02-01

Victoria De Los Angeles died Saturday of heart failure at the age of 83 in Barcelona, Spain. The world of opera mourns her loss. She was a gifted soprano and a wonderful human being. On stage, she was able to directly speak to her audience and communicate with them in a very special and rare way that is not always seen today. She never hid herself behind a facade nor distanced herself from fans and audiences. She was born to sing opera. It was in her blood. This album showcases De Los Angeles in her most memorable and successful roles. Victoria De Los Angeles was one of the first singers from Spain to win worldwide acclaim. Others would follow- Placido Domingo and Montserrat Caballe. De Los Angeles is showcased in this album which may also serve as a tribute to the now late soprano.

Her voice was essentially full lyric with some spinto. Hearing her renditions of "O Mio Babbini Caro"- a signature soprano role, as well as "Ebben Ne Andro Lontana" from La Wally and her performances as Mimi, one is clearly treated to the truest form of a pure lyric soprano. Her voice is spunned gold, with sweet, warm, feminine textures. Her reperotire remained in the Italian and French. Of course, being Spanish, she was a leading singer in Spanish Lieder and romantic ballads. Her Art Songs in Spanish are full of elegance and grace. A champion of obscure composers, she sang and recorded recitals that featured the works of lesser known composers, though strictly Lieder and Folk/Art Song.

Victoria De Los Angeles is fortunately a well-documented artist. Some film footage exist of her performances. I seem to recall that there exists a taped performance of her Violetta in Verdi's La Traviata. She excelled in the lyric roles of Mimi in Puccini's La Boheme, Marguerite in Gounod's Faust. Her Madame Butterfly is a pure lyric rendition, with less of the dramatic intensity other singers have given the role- i.e. Leontine Price, Maria Callas, Renata Tebaldi, etc. But her Butterfly is actually the way the role ought to be sung. It's a voice of grace, naivete and above all romance that must colorize Butterfly. The dramatic intensity only makes her sound older and madly passionate. She is only a fifteen year old girl who has been deceived and betrayed. She must remain youthful sounding. De Los Angeles does justice to the truest form of Butterfly. She was thrilling in French and Italian operas and her Spanish songs were briliant and beautiful.

Victoria will always be remembered. She was a unique and talented artist of the lyric repertoire. Her pure, lovely voice was like an angel's. There will never be another Victoria De Los Angeles. With her death, the end of an era also passes. In particular, I will always remember one reported incident. She was about to make her first recital in America but she had no accompanist- pianist/guitarist etc. When asked how she would handle this, she remarked: "Well I brought my guitar with me". And she proceeded to accompany herself with the guitar.

the genius of de los angeles.......2004-02-14

the incomparable de los angeles combines exquisite sound and nuance to the world of superb singing. her mastery of a variety of styles is astounding and yet it always sounds natural.her magic will live forever.

A n angelic voice.......2004-02-06

De los Angeles' ability to sing with elegance and style has rarely been equalled and never been surpassed. She's the greatest Charlotte in "Werther", the most tender Santuzza in "Cavalleria Rusticana" and the most sumptuos Nedda in "I Pagliacci". Her Lieder-Recordings are legendary, my favourites are the Spanish ones of course. What a piano-culture and what a velvet sound! Get this set, it's cheap and it has GREAT singing!

Average customer rating: MUST HAVE THIS IN YOUR COLLECTION OF HOROWITZ Horowitz: A Digital Legacy

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Customer Reviews:

MUST HAVE THIS IN YOUR COLLECTION OF HOROWITZ.......2007-07-13

If you have any Horowitz music in your collection. THEN YOU MUST GET THE COMPLETE RECORDINGS ON DEUTSCHE GRAMMOPHON. Quality of recording is superb.

Horowitz: A Digital Legacy.......2004-11-15

This set includes all of the recordings Vladimir Horowitz did for Deutsche Grammophon in the 1980s, including his historical concert in Moscow.

While the context of his return in Moscow is moving, the studio recordings are simply wonderful. The sound quality is impeccable. The Steinway piano sounds warm but yet crisp and sharp. Horowitz still has plenty of power, and if you don't have a good sound system, you will notice that your speakers will literally fail, due to the overwhelming wall of sound that Horowitz creates in the intense parts.

The tender moments are just as exciting, as they are enhanced by the very quiet and clear digital recording process. Liszt's Standchen and Mozart's Piano Concerto No 23 are only two of a myriad of highlights contained on this boxed set. Having these high quality digital recordings of this piano legend is a blessing that you can't afford to miss. And at this price, it's simply irresistible.

For those of you with a larger budget, don't forget the complete masterworks recordings (1962-73) of Vladimir Horowitz on Sony Classical.

Average customer rating: Superior recordings and performances BEAUTIFUL Evocative and mesmerizing if a little distorted in places Mesmerising and musically imaginative performances

Jean-Yves Thibaudet - Debussy · images, études ~ complete works for piano, vol. 2 Manufacturer: Decca ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Dances | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music Mazurkas | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music Waltzes | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music Ballads | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Etudes | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Character Pieces | Short Forms | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Thibaudet, Jean-Yves | ( T ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Debussy | Debussy, Claude | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Lullabies & Berceuse | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music The Decca Records Store | Specialty Stores | Music Similar Items: Jean-Yves Thibaudet ~ Debussy - complete piano works, vol. 1 Maurice Ravel: L'Oeuvre Pour Piano Seul The Chopin I Love Reflections On Duke - Jean-Yves Thibaudet Plays The Music Of Duke Ellington Satie: The Complete Solo Piano Music ASIN: B00004SDRF Release Date: 2000-05-09

Tracks:

1. Images - Serie I
2. Images - Serie I
3. Images - Serie I
4. Images - Serie II
5. Images - Serie II
6. Images - Serie II
7. Le Petit Negre
8. Children's Corner
9. Children's Corner
10. Children's Corner
11. Children's Corner
12. Children's Corner
13. Children's Corner
14. La plus que lente
15. Valse romantique
16. Ballade
17. Danse (Tarantelle styrienne)
18. Mazurka

Tracks:

1. Suite bergamesque
2. Suite bergamesque
3. Suite bergamesque
4. Suite bergamesque
5. Hommage a Haydn
6. Elegie
7. Berceuse heroique
8. page d'album
9. Etudes - Livre I
10. Etudes - LIvre II
11. Etudes - LIvre II
12. Etudes - LIvre II
13. Etudes - LIvre II
14. Etudes - LIvre II
15. Etudes - Livre II
16. Etudes - Livre II
17. Etudes - Livre II
18. Etudes - Livre II
19. Etudes - Livre II
20. Etudes - Livre II
21. Etude retrouvee

Amazon.com

Jean-Yves Thibaudet is not a pianist to be pigeonholed. Alongside the recordings of his fellow countrymen Debussy and Ravel, he has recorded a tribute to a jazz giant, Conversations with Bill Evans, and he plays on the soundtrack of the film Portrait of a Lady. Perhaps this catholic approach accounts for the freshness of his Debussy playing. Not for him the "stick the pedal down and make an impressionistic wash of sound" approach. His playing is clean and refreshing without losing any of the voluptuous sensuality of Debussy at his most beguiling. There are lollipops to be found among the extensive repertory on these two discs, including the celebrated "Clair de Lune" from the Suite Bergamasque and the "Golliwogg's Cake-Walk" from Children's Corner. The mainstay of the release is the two sets of Images and the two books of Études, 12 studies whose demands are not for the faint of heart. Luckily for us, Thibaudet's heart is strong. He offers virtuosic, thoughtful performances of pieces that, while written to help develop pianists' technique, stand up magnificently as music to be listened to. --Keith Clarke

Customer Reviews:

Superior recordings and performances.......2005-09-18

The Penguin Guide to CDs and DVDs has Thibaudet's sets of the complete Debussy solo piano music at the top of the digital recordings, and this is certainly high quality.

We have several recordings of the Preludes and some other works, but there is nothing to come close to Thibaudet for great performances and superior recording quality.

The liner notes are very helpful, and in the first set you get different articles in English, French, German and Italian. Great if you are multilingual, but only of marginal interest to me. The second set has one article and translations, not separate articles.

Well worth purchasing.

BEAUTIFUL.......2002-11-17

AAAAAH Beautiful This guy is awesome. He is the first piano player with whom I experienced Debussy's work.I am happy with this cd.

Evocative and mesmerizing if a little distorted in places.......2001-04-21

I shall try to be as brief as possible. My standards in Debussy are Alfred Cortot and Walter Gieseking, but unfortunately they didn't record everything and the sound of their recordings is getting a little dated. I own Cortot's recordings of Debussy songs with Maggie Teyte and Gieseking's recordings of the Preludes, but was looking for good modern recordings of "La plus que lente," "Suite Bergamesque," "Images" and the "Children's Corner Suite." After listening to excerpts on the Amazon site, I bought this recording.

Thibaudet has a gorgeous tone and touch. His musical styling, however, is sometimes accurate, sometimes phlegmatic. He plays the Song of the Doll in "Children's Corner" a little too fast, and in both "Golliwog's Cakewalk" and "Clair de lune" he employs an odd sort of rubato that seems to add a half-beat to certain measures. (In these pieces I know because I used to play them). Despite these quirks, however, his playing has charm, color and a dashing technique reminiscent of Gieseking. The reason I only gave this set 4 stars instead of 5 is because the Etudes are trashy music, mere technical exercises without any redeeming (to me) musical value. If you feel differently, however, I suppose you will rate this as a 5-star album, but to me it was a half-hour of listening time totally wasted. Otherwise, a beautiful album that you will listen to again and again.

Mesmerising and musically imaginative performances.......2000-06-30

Jean-Yves Thibaudet may not be the ideal pianist for every kind of music that he plays. His Rachmaninoff is disappointingly tepid and his Chopin uninteresting. His Liszt recordings, while being technically assured, often lacks a sense of abandon and frisson (or should I say "showmanship") which, in my view, is an indispensable element in that kind of music, and his Schubert (as heard in the soundtrack for ) sounds contrived and mannered.

However, he is definitely a force to be reckoned with in his native French repertoire, as shown by his marvellous traversal of Ravel's piano pieces in 1992, a set which has won lots of accolades and unanimous praise from critics. He then embarked on a project to record all the solo piano works of Debussy and, in 1996, released the first instalment thereof, a 2-CD set which includes the Preludes, Estampes and Pour le piano. While these recordings aren't able to efface one's memory of the legendary recordings of Walter Gieseking, they're convincing interpretations which further confirm Thibaudet's stature in this repertoire.

Decca has now released the 2nd (and concluding) volume of Debussy's solo piano pieces with Thibaudet, and the results are, if anything, even better. As Thibaudet employs the pedal comparatively sparingly, he doesn't perhaps command the magically luminous and shimmering tone which is the hallmark of Gieseking's Debussy recordings (as can be heard in a 4-CD set released by EMI). Nevertheless, Thibaudet offers here an extraordinary wide range of tonal colours (mostly achieved by the pianist's fingers alone, and is therefore no less impressive from a technical perspective), as well as great sensitivity in phrasing and tempo adjustments that always sound natural and even enchanting while at the same time bringing out the music's many possibilities. Besides, in certain instances (for example in some of the pieces in Children's Corner and the Valse romantique), there exist a degree of charm, wit and sarcastic humour which are mostly absent in Gieseking's recordings of the same pieces.

Thibaudet's performance of the Images is mesmerising. His reading is wonderfully evocative and deeply atmospheric and his tonal gradations and sense of control are both cause for marvel. Under Thibaudet's crisp fingers and sensitive hands, the Etudes are not merely virtuosic pieces composed in an innovative idiom, but are also subtly expressive and musically imaginative vignettes, making one wonder why these gems of the keyboard aren't being performed (and recorded) more often. Indeed, such is the standard of the performances here that, besides some faster than average tempo choices for a few of the pieces (which, however, still sound convincing even if they may not actually be sanctioned by Debussy's markings in the relevant scores), this reviewer has hardly any reservation throughout the 151 minutes of music on offer in this 2-CD set. In fact, the recordings, which are well supported by the Decca engineers, are so musically fascinating and tonally alluring that this reviewer was immediately transported to a trance like state when listening to them for the very first time! This, surely, is one of the most enjoyable new piano releases that have come out in the past few years.

Highly recommended and definitely a set worthy of being investigated by pianophiles.

Track Listings:

1. Croft: Anthems
2. Dvorak: Piano Quintet op. 81/Romantic Pieces op. 75
3. El Tango en mis recuerdos
4. Famous Strauss Waltzes
5. Fauré: Bonne Chanson/Piano Trio
6. Fauré: Chansons, Vol. 1
7. Fauré, Duruflé: Requiems
8. Ferruccio Busoni: An Anthology of Chamber Music
9. Giovanni Battista Viotti: Concertos Nos. 1, 2 & 19 - Viotti Chamber Orchestra
10. Giovanni Battista Viotti: Concertos Nos. 8, 11 & 12 for Violin & Orchestra - Viotti Chamber Orchestra

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Paul Freeman Introduces... Williams, Rendleman, Logan, Yardumian & Salzman

Ol' Blue Eyes Is Back

Music: Children's Songs

Madame George

Ol' Skool

Myself When I Am Real

L'Organo Napoletano nel XVIII Secolo

Live in Europe 1971 [Import]

Las Mas Pedidas

Little Things [CD-single] [Enhanced]

Letters to You [CD-single] [Import]

La Voile Rouge at St Tropez

Lou Harrison: Suite for Violin

Little Milton - Greatest Hits (Chess 50th Anniversary Collection)