classical music: The Who     classical music:     The Who      Classical Music for People Who Hate Classical Music Johann Sebastian Bach, Samuel Barber, ... Compendia, 1994 Exactly what I wanted It's probably too much to say that this collection is for those who "hate" classical music. But I think it's safe to say that it is for people who are not serious aficionados. It provides classical tunes that most of us have heard but don't necessarily know the names ...             Early American Choral Music, Vol. 2 Anonymous, William Billings, ... Hmf Classical Exp., 2002 The Better of the two I have both disc in the series. I liked the music on this disc much more than the first. The selections seem more focused and the sounds are much clearer. Also, the particular pieces fit better together. I love the sound of this group and hope they make more in the ...             William Grant Still: Afro-American Symphony; In Memoriam; Africa (Symphonic Poem) William Grant Still, John Jeter, ... Naxos American, 2005 The Very American Music of William Grant Still To tell the truth, I wanted to start this review by saying that William Grant Still is one of those one-work wonders of a composer of which the opera world has so many examples (Leoncavallo, Giordano, etc., etc.). But then I listened a few times more to "Africa," given ...             Three Hit Albums from the U.S. Military Bands Leroy Anderson, Edwin Eugene Bagley, ... Collector's Choice, 2004 Classic US Service Band Recordings! Its nice to see these old RCA recordings brought out on CD. These were originally released on LP back in the early 1960s to help finance the Kennedy Center in DC. They were popular recordings then. Unfortunatley only three out of the original four are offered here. ...             The Psalms of David from Kings Choir of Kings College, Cambridge, Vol. 1 William Crotch, Sir Henry Walford Davies, ... EMI Classics, 1998 High comfort level I would surely like to obtain a complete collection of all psalms by this choir. For years I have looked, searched, for this collection which I heard as a child played every sunday in South America. A great collection, ageless and timeless something have and play in ...             Brother Sun, Sister Moon Gregorian Chant, William Byrd, ... American Gramaphone, 1990 Light and shadows Recorded in the Great Hall of University College School, London, the Cambridge Singers under the direction of John Rutter produced a true masterpiece in 'Brother Sun, Sister Moon' in 1988. The title derives from a famous prayer by St. Francis of Assisi, and is ...             Mendelssohn: Elijah Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Felix Mendelssohn, ... EMI Classics, 2005 Still the Best (in most ways) I sang the Elijah in college more than five decades ago and can still sing along all the choruses from memory. During the time since I have listened to every major recorded release. When I first wrote this review several months ago, I was comparing my vinyl set, ...             The Apple Tree (1966 Original Broadway Cast) Jerry Bock, Larry Blyden, ... Sony, 1992 I still remember these songs after 40 years I saw this show on the stage when it first ran, and have never forgotten it. The key to a good Broadway show is this question: Are you humming the songs when you leave the theatre? In the case of The Apple Tree, the answer is a resounding "Yes." I have been waiting ...             Praise to the Lord - Hymns From St. Paul's Cathedral William Croft, Johannes Cruger, ... Hyperion UK, 1999 Super Praise! Praise The Lord offers the listener traditional hymns in the English/British tradition. the clarity of the voices make it possible for the listener to follow the words distinctly. The organ soars as accompaniment. the CD provides organ and choral quality for the ...             Harem World Tour: Live from Las Vegas Sarah Brightman Angel Records, 2004 astounding performance an impeccable concert experience that successfully elevates the album to majestic heights. I had long been a fan of Dead Can Dance and the unparalleled work of Lisa Gerrard. When Sarah Brightman ventured into these Middle Eastern sounds on the Harem disc, I thought it ...             The Ultimate Gilbert & Sullivan Collection Arthur Sullivan, Isidore Godfrey, ... Decca, 1998 Not quite the ultimate.... This is a great collection, but unfortunately it doesn't have songs from all the works of G&S. Most notably, there is nothing from the "Yeoman of the Guard". I still reccommed it however as John Reed is wonderful!!             One Nation Under God American Anonymous, Henry Baker, ... Altissimo Records, 2003 One nation Under God "One Nation Under God" is a great compilation of inspirational patriotic music, superbly performed by truly world-class musicians. The selection of music was excellent, and very much in keeping with the title and the theme of the album. The opening recitation of the ...             Broadway - The American Musical (PBS Series) Richard Adler, Peter Allen, ... Sony, 2004 Fabulous for any Broadway-lover Packs into 5 CD's a sampling of Broadway tunes from the 20's thru (almost) today, mostly from original cast recordings. Includes not just well-known hits, but also some lesser-known gems. Sound quality is first rate, booklet is informative too. Have given this as a ...             Pavarotti & Friends 2 Bryan Adams, Eduardo di Capua, ... Decca, 1995 Excellent live album This is the 2nd in the 'Pavarotti and Friends' series of benefit concerts. Although there are not the large amount of "superstars" on this cd as later 'Friends' albums were to have, this is an excellent live recording, and I could and have listened to it many times. I ...             Handel - Messiah / Augér, von Otter, Chance, Crook, Tomlinson, English Concert, Pinnock George Frideric Handel, Arleen Auger, ... Archiv Produktion, 1990 Arleen Auger Helps Keep This Messiah at the Top of My List I won't repeat all the positive observations made by others about this enduringly fine recording in affirming it's one of two of which I never tire. As others have noted, its uniform excellence is one of its greatest attractions. Above all the purity and clarity of ...          products you might be interested in   search for classical music afro-american, cathedral, collection, mendelssohn, pavarotti, symphonic      toavi.com    web randomly chosen book: The Porcupine Year