Carl Maria von Weber: Dances for Piano

On this CD:

1. Favorite Waltzes for the French Empress
Composed by Carl Maria von Weber
Performed by Eva Schieferstein

2. Variations (8) on a theme from Vogler's ballet "Castor & Pollux, Op.5, J40
Composed by Carl Maria von Weber
Performed by Eva Schieferstein

3. Waltz(es)
Composed by Carl Maria von Weber
Performed by Eva Schieferstein

4. Max-Waltz J Anh. II/81
Composed by Carl Maria von Weber
Performed by Eva Schieferstein

5. Zehn Deutsche Tänze (Ten German Dances) op. 4
Composed by Carl Maria von Weber
Performed by Eva Schieferstein

6. Grande Polonaise for piano in E flat major, Op.21, J59
Composed by Carl Maria von Weber
Performed by Eva Schieferstein

7. Ecossaises (6) for piano, J29-J34
Composed by Carl Maria von Weber
Performed by Eva Schieferstein

8. Polacca brillante for piano, Op.72, J268
Composed by Carl Maria von Weber
Performed by Eva Schieferstein

Customer Reviews:

Hindemith conducts Hindemith.......2006-11-10

The musician's musician, the most versatile, skilled and knowledgeable composer of the 20th Century can be heard with delight in this excellently remastered Deutsche Grammophon recording of him conducting the Berlin Phiharmonic Orchestra in definitive renditions of some of his own masterpieces. Hindemith by and large was the best interpreter of his own works. Under his direction pure, unadulterated, joyfull music-making of great vitality prevails, thoroughly unpedantic, yet devoid of vanity, pretentious display or exaggeration. The rendition of the Mathis Symphony is, of course, definitive and the nowadays most frequently perfomed Symphonic Metamorphosis is done with gusto. But we would like to call special attention to such an inexplicably neglected masterpiece as the thoroughly delightful, but substantial Symphonic Dances and the unique and profound Konzermusik for piano, brass & harp. What neo-Baroque, roaring twenties exhuberance displayed in the Concerto for Orchestra and what a gem of human insight "The Four Temperaments",
here definitively rendered! ER

Hindemith continues the musical traditions of the Germanic schools.......2006-08-19

Hindemith is a far too overlooked composer, and I daresay that in decades to come people will realize the greatness of his compositions, a Hindemith renaissance will take place. I for one enjoy his music greatly and this box set is a perfect introduction to his music. Contrapuntally Hindemith stands apart from most 20th composers, indeed his music speaks the 20th century idiom, however as one will recognize immediately Hindemith speaks his own language. In fact this composer is one of the most original of his time. Contrapuntally he continues and adds to the great traditions harkening back to the Renaissance. His conducting is no nonsense and gets to the heart of his music. I find this music to be riveting, exciting, intellectual and heartfelt. Hindemith has his place in Music history.

Phenomenal performances.......2006-03-07

Hindemith may not have been a Schoenberg or Stravinsky, but at his most inspired he was certainly way up there near the top of the heap, among the greatest composers of the late lamented 20th Century. What these recordings tell us, however, and to me this comes as something of a shock, is that he was also a truly great conductor. All the performances in this set are in my opinion truly extraordinary, among the very best orchestral performances I've ever heard -- of any music by any composer of any period.

Everything one would expect of a superlative performance is here, the tempi, the balances, the shadings, accents, nuance, intonation, attention to detail, attention to overall structure, sweep, authority, intensity, even expressiveness (YES, expressiveness!) and passion (yes, passion too).

To get a sense of how remarkable a conductor Hindemith is, listen carefully to the slow movement of Mathis. With tempi this slow (and this is the slowest I've heard for this piece, extremely slow), it's very difficult to maintain interest, not to mention control. However, in the hands of Hindemith and this remarkable orchestra, with whom he's obviously established an extraordinary rapport, the tempo works beautifully and the piece takes on an almost Mahlerian intensity I'd never heard before.

As if this weren't enough, the set contains one of the most remarkable pianistic performances I've ever heard, from Hindemith's composition student, Hans Otte. The "Four Temperaments" begins in typical middle period Hindemithian style, with a statement of the rather steady, bland and predictable theme, but with the entry of the piano for the first variation, all is transformed -- and suddenly we are back in the world of early Hindemith, one of the most inventive and masterful composers since Bach himself. The pianism is simply beyond belief here, just stunning in its verve, precision, virtuosity, nuance and phrasing. With the entry of the piano the piece just takes off, soars into the stratosphere, thanks to composer and pianist both. Otte was hand picked by Hindemith for this performance so possibly what we hear is at least in part due to careful coaching. But it's hard to understand how mere coaching could produce such marvels of nuance and such complete control of the instrument and total musical involvement in passage after passage. If you ever want to inspire a young performer with the possibilities of his art, you would do well to play your student this recording.

As for the more mundane details, even they are all good. The sonics are fantastic for a recording of this vintage, clear, even vibrant, with lots of body and power when called for. The orchestra itself is superb and in perfect rapport with its director. Even the piano selected for these recordings is a marvel, simply one of the finest instruments of its kind I've ever heard.

I know, it's easy to be skeptical in the face of all these superlatives, but I assure you I'm not usually this enthusiastic. These recordings truly are gems, trust me. HAH!

Lean, clean and unadorned, as Hindemith intended.......2006-02-04

Hindemith jumped at the chance to record his major works with Deutsche Grammophon when it was offered in the early 1950s.

First, was his theory of conducting. He felt the conductor should, as much as possible, be "transparent" and not add anything to the music, i.e., through not gesticulating (especially wildly), etc.

Second, he had seen and heard conductors do just that to his works. And he had heard this result in what he considered overconducting.

Now, that doesn't mean that Hindemith wanted some "native" style of conducting, or even people conducting his works as sight-reading exercises. He expected a piece to be properly understood so that such overconducting was unnecessary.

The result is to be heard here. Now, by "lean and clean," we're not not talking Boulez. But, compared to his day and age, to the Furtwaenglers and others, we are talking something almost that spare.

When you hear these CDs, you'll immediately understand why Hindemith thought that other composers made his music sound too muddy.

These are mono recordings, but in studio in the early and mid 1950s with the Berlin Philharmonic, the baseline sound quality was quite good and the CDs have been well-engineered.

This is an outstanding buy of a great 20th-century composer.

Hindemith Himself.......2005-02-24

"Hindemith Conducts Hindemith: The Complete Recordings on Deutsche Grammophon" is another essential release in Universal's "Original Masters" series. This 3CD set features the composer himself conducting some of his best known works, including his two Symphonies, Symphonic Metamorphosis, Concerto for Orchestra, and Konzertmusik with Monique Haas on piano. All of the recordings hail from 1954-57 and while they are in mono, the DG sound is clear as a bell. Previously I owned a dozen or so CDs featuring various Hindemith works (performed by conductors Abbado, Bernstein, Blomstedt, Goossens, Kletzki, Kubelik, Szell, etc.), but only one with Hindemith himself conducting his own music (the Violin Concerto with David Oistrakh -- see my review). Well if you like a composer and have the ability to hear them conduct their own music, then you should do it, whatever the cost. I mean what would you give to have the opportunity to hear Beethoven or Mozart perform! Luckily in this case you don't have to fantasize, you just have to buy this affordable, budget-priced box set.

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Relaxing and wonderful music
Excellent CD for bedtime

Classical Music

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Traditional Lullabies
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Softly We Sing
Baby's Best: Lullabies

ASIN: B000006MZI
Release Date: 1998-04-21

Tracks:

Canon In D
Fur Elise / Ode To Joy
Sonata In C Major - (Mozart's Lullaby)
On The Beautiful Blue Danube
Andante Con Variazioni
Two German Dances
Rondino
Sonata In C Minor
Largo
Minuet / Organ Fugue In G Minor
Waltz (Opus 39-No. 15)
Serenade
To A Wild Rose
Spring Song

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Studies prove that playing music to children at a young age will set them up for a lifetime of learning achievement. Play music to: Increase IQ Performance Enhance Spatial Reasoning Inspire Creative Development Watch Minds Grow Listen to original artistic arrangements of the renowned music of Bach, Mozart, Pachelbel, Beethoven, Strauss, Haydn, Brahms and other famous composers. Simple melody lines coupled with creative instrumentation provide children with a refreshing classical music introduction and experience. Perfect for playtime, dinnertime, travel time or bed time! Canon in D (Johann Pachelbel) Fur Elise/Ode to Joy (Ludwig Van Beethoven) Sonata in C Major/Mozart's Lullaby (Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart) On the Beautiful Blue Danube (Johann Strauss) Andante con Variazioni (Karl Maria von Weber) Two German Dances (Franz Joseph Haydn) Rondino (Antonio Diabelli) Sonata in C Minor (Domenico Scarlatti) Large (George Frederick Handel) Minuet/Organ Fugue in G Minor (Little Fugue) (Johann Sebastian Bach) Waltz (Opus 39-No.15) (Johannes Brahms) Serenade (Franz Schubert) To a Wild Rose (Edward MacDowell) Spring Song (Felix Mendelssohn) Approximate running time: 60 minutes

Customer Reviews:

Relaxing and wonderful music.......2002-12-11

I bought this cd when I was pregnant with my baby and listened to it frequently and I also used it during and after labor to help relax. It was the perfect thing. And I have played it for my baby ever since at naptime and bedtime. She is a year old now and it still relaxes her.

Excellent CD for bedtime.......2001-09-03

My daughter and I have listened to this CD hundreds of times since she was born. It is very soothing and great for bedtime and naptimes. The songs just flow along and put her (and sometimes me) right to sleep.

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INCREDIBLE TECHNIQUE, PHRASING,TONE
Very good technique....tone...no
Wow

Amanda
Isaac Albeniz , Fryderyk Chopin , Manuel de Falla , Enrique Granados , Ernesto Lecuona , Franz Lehar , Thelonious Monk , Gioachino Rossini , Cyril Scott , Carl Maria von Weber , and Amanda Pepping
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Bach: Works for Trumpet
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Jens Lindemann: Flying Solo
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ASIN: B000AMPZL2
Release Date: 2005-09-13

Tracks:

Asturias Leyenda De La Suite Espanola
Cordoba
Andalucia
Gitaneras
Malagunea
Lotus Land
Andaluza, Spanish Dance No.5
Scherzo
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Round Midnight

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Amanda Pepping, one of the rare company of female trumpet virtuosi, enjoys a diverse career as an active soloist, ensemble musician, and music teacher. She has had dozens of solo engagements in the last few years. This CD is a collection of many of Pepping's favorite pieces.

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INCREDIBLE TECHNIQUE, PHRASING,TONE.......2007-06-28

I don't know what music the first comment was referring to when he said she doesn't have good tone. Amanda Pepping is superb in every aspect of her playing. Fast, articulate, great phrasing, technique, and tonal quality. He needs to get his trumpet out and match what she does. (If he even plays at all). I think he can probably play "Twinkle, twinkle, little star".

T.A.

Very good technique....tone...no.......2005-10-21

She's got some very impressive technique, especially from what you hear on the first track...all that rapid firing! wow

But when you talk about tone, which I believe is the essence of trumpet playing, she does not produce a rich enough tone

If you want to listen to INSANE technique while still retaining a beautiful tone, listen to Maurice Andre, his Carnival of Venice was quite impressive

Wow.......2005-09-20

Amanda Pepping is most definitely in the elite company of the small sorority of female trumpet virtuosi. Brava!

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Very Pleasing Collection of Short Virtuoso Pieces
One of my favorite cello albums
Starker's sparkling interpretation is beautiful...

Starker Encore Album

Manufacturer: Denon Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0000034O7
Release Date: 1993-08-27

Tracks:

Grave, From The Style Of W.F. Bach
Divertiment In D Major
The Swan
Moment Musical No. 3
Prayer
Tarantelle
Arioso
Toccata
Abendlied
Adagio And Rondo
Traumerei
Rumanian Folk Dances

Customer Reviews:

Very Pleasing Collection of Short Virtuoso Pieces.......2007-06-21

Starker manifests a beautiful tone and plays in a sweetly nuanced style that is both precise and flowing. Shuku Iwasaki, accompanying on piano, has just the right touch. The selection consists of largely familiar melodies from the mainstream repertoire. The recording quality is excellent, in accord with Denon's high standards. Highly recommended for the casual and close listener alike.

One of my favorite cello albums.......2007-06-13

On a whim, I picked up a copy of the CD, "Ultra Relaxing Cello Solos" while waiting for a plane. The musicians were not identified on the album, just the composers. The music was so fabulous that I had to find out more about the artists. Lo and behold, I discovered that many of the pieces on that generic album were performed by Janos Starker. I have now obtained copies of most of Starker's albums, and this one is definitely one of the best. Every time that I listen to it, I think that I have a favorite piece, but when I listen to it again, another piece jumps out. Whether you are a cello fan or not, you will enjoy this great compilation by Janos Starker.

Starker's sparkling interpretation is beautiful..........2002-01-31

In this recording Janos Starker exhibits an astounding display of technical mastery of the cello, caressing each nuance and making technical impossiblilities into unique musical experiences. As a cellist, I highly recommend this recording for both study and casual listening, and anyone who enjoys the beauty of the best instrument ever will love it!

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Varied and fascinating North Texas disc
Member of the band
Don't find yourself on the track.....

Luminaries

Manufacturer: Klavier
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ASIN: B000003M64
Release Date: 1996-11-19

Tracks:

Prld, Op. 34, No. 14
Folk Dances
Ghost Train Triptych: The Ride - James Riggs/Pavel Wlosok
Ghost Train Triptych: At The Station - James Riggs/Pavel Wlosok
Ghost Train Triptych: The Motive Revolution - James Riggs/Pavel Wlosok
Gloriosa: Oratio - Jerry Bierschenk
Gloriosa: Cantus - Jerry Bierschenk
Gloriosa: Dies Festus - Jerry Bierschenk
Symphonic Metamorphosis On Themes Of Carl Maria Von Weber: Allegro
Symphonic Metamorphosis On Themes Of Carl Maria Von Weber: Moderato-Turandot Scherzo
Symphonic Metamorphosis On Themes Of Carl Maria Von Weber: Andantino
Symphonic Metamorphosis On Themes Of Carl Maria Von Weber: March

Customer Reviews:

Varied and fascinating North Texas disc.......2000-05-23

The Klavier Wind Recording Project has found great favor with wind-ensemble enthusiasts everywhere. Highlighting pieces of the standard repetoire while at the same time bringing new composers to the fore, Klavier has delivered recordings of a considerable standard, boasting superb sound and solid musicianship. Luminaries is one of those recordings.

Opening with a band transcription of Dmitri Shostakovich's "Prelude No. 14 in E-flat minor," which immediately presents the rich, dark tessituras of which the wind symphony is capable, the disc segues to another brief Shostakovich work - the much-lighter, more martial "Folk Dances." Using various Russian folk melodies, the piece culminates with both an accelerando and crescendo toward a rousing finish. Young composer and Northern Arizona alumnus Eric Whitacre's "Ghost Train Triptych" follows. Whitacre, who recently completed graduate work at Julliard, has enjoyed growing popularity with musicians and audiences everywhere for his works. On a personal note, I recently participated in the Nebraska Wind Consortium premiere of his deep and moving "October" (2000). "Ghost Train," in its three movements, attempts to evoke an impression of the ghost train legend, deeply rooted in American folklore. The piece is characteristic of much of Whitacre's other music, with its polytonalities and jazz-tinged harmonies. Very interesting and very satisfying, this is a true find among recorded band music.

Japanese composer Yasuhide Ito contributes his moving "Gloriosa," which is a three movement work inspired by the "hidden Christians" of Kyushu, who continued to practice their faith in secret despite its abolition in 1614. Ito notes how the Latin words of Gregorian chants "were gradually 'Japanized' during the two hundred years of hidden practice." "Gloriosa," composed as a lament for the Christian suffering effectively blends elements of Gregorian chant and Japanese folk. Paul Hindemith's oft-recorded "Symphonic Metamorphosis on Themes of Carl Maria von Weber" concludes this CD, receiving a generally good performance, although section balances leave a bit to be desired at times. In all fairness, one cannot always compare each "Metamorphosis" to, say, the Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra's rendition. The "March" on the North Texas disc though, is the most exciting this listener has heard anywhere.

In all, this compact disc will likely hold the most appeal for band aficionados. Many people I've personally encountered outside of bands and orchestras (who claim to enjoy classical music) are almost immediately turned off to "band" music. Despite all its viability as a serious medium for artistic expression, bands and true music for the wind ensemble has been and always will be a different brand of classical music. Recommended for wind music enthusiasts or those curious to hear more substantial literature than that to which they were exposed in school. The Whitacre and Ito will make it worth it, believe me.

Member of the band.......1999-07-05

I was a member of the UNT Wind Symphony when we recorded this CD in 1996. I just wanted to take this opportunity to praise Mr. Corporan for his fine work and musical interpretation bordering on genius. He is an incredible conductor who succeeds in drawing the best performance possible from his students. I am sure I speak for everyone who has played in one of his ensembles when I say that he is both a challenge and an inspiration to work with. This CD is most definitely a credit to him and to those of us who were privileged enough to collaborate on the project.

Don't find yourself on the track............1998-11-27

This cd is wonderful. If you have an interest in both classical music and soundtracks, plus a vivid imagination, then you will love this cd. I give the greatest credit of this beautifully haunting cd to Eric Whitacre, a graduate from Northern Arizona University. His piece, Ghost Train, has had me hooked for the last 48 hours. I've played it repeatedly over and over again. Each time I can see the train bearing down on me. If you have trouble finding the right classical music because there just isn't that spark, this may be your chance at finding perfection.

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It Will Blow You Away!!!
Wonderful - but ...
At Last Accordiorama! on CD

Accordiorama

Manufacturer: Vanguard Classics
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000006290
Release Date: 1998-02-17

Tracks:

Perpetuum Mobile, Op. 25
Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2
Rudolph Wurther: Concert Etude on a Theme of Paganini 'La Campanella'
Invitation To The Dance, Op. 65
Hungarian Dance No. 5
Hungarian Dance No. 6
William Tell Overture
Hora Staccato
La Gioconda: Dance of the Hours

Amazon.com

Here's just what you've been waiting for: a collection of Viennese orchestral pops played by a roomful of accordions! The conductor also made the arrangements, except for one piece he wrote himself, which is the only bore on the program. Accordion freaks may be drool at the thought of a chance to hear Rossini's William Tell Overture played by this ensemble. But after hearing it even non-freaks will have to admit that the arrangements are tasty, the performances lively and involving. This is certainly a unique disc; it turns out to be surprisingly entertaining. The 1961 sound is still pretty lively. --Leslie Gerber

Customer Reviews:

It Will Blow You Away!!!.......2000-09-12

I love this CD! I always have believed that the accordion had classical potential, and this recording proves it. This group is of the same class as any serious orchestra.

Wonderful - but ..........2000-05-10

I found Accordiorama to be a true delight. The only issue I have with the recording is the use of electronic instruments. Considering the date of the recording this is to be expected. I was truly hoping for a totally acoustic recording. I have played the accordion since childhood and have participated in accordion bands and appreciate the level of professionalism that went into the making of this album. I would recommend this recording to all accordion and/or music lovers.

At Last Accordiorama! on CD.......2000-03-10

When I was a boy growing up in Toronto Canada, I played the Accordion. Yeh I heard all the jokes. One day I bought a Vanguard L.P. called Accordiorama, by the Hohner Accordion Orch. Since I played in an all Accordion orchestra myself, playing classical music, I bought it. When I played the William Tell for my firends they couldn't believe how great it sounded. I wore it out. I even gave a copy to the legendary Garth Hudson of "The Band" who plays Accordion and he enjoyed it as well. I can't wait to hear this on CD. Thanks Amazon. com.

Paul Hindemith: Complete Orchestral Works [Box Set]

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Great performances of a great composer
Hindemith, Hindemith, Hindemith!!!!!
DIDN'T THINK THAT THEY MADE THEM LIKE THIS ANYMORE

Paul Hindemith: Complete Orchestral Works [Box Set]

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Amazon.com

Hindemith was the greatest German composer of the post-War period, and the last in that great line that began with Bach and extended through the Classical and Romantic periods. His orchestral music is varied and generally extremely approachable, and the percentage of major works is very high. Nobilissima visione, Symphonic Metamorphoses, Mathis der Maler, Symphony in E-flat, and Concert Music for Strings and Brass are all popular masterpieces, while works such as the Symphonic Dances, Symphonia Serena, and Harmony of the World Symphony deserve the same accolades. This set, excellently performed and recorded by a selection of fine Australian orchestras, really deserves the widest circulation among fans of listenable contemporary classical music. --David Hurwitz

Customer Reviews:

Great performances of a great composer.......2006-08-23

While Hindemith will never be known for changing the way the world hears music, he will always be recognized as composing well-crafted minor masterpieces, even if they can be a little formulaic and his sense of melody was a little warped. All six discs in this set have gems that should be heard more often in the concert halls and recorded more. In particular, the Concerto for Orchestra on Disc 6 is fantastic -- with its addictive and fun themes and transparent structure, it was the only work I listened to for about a month. Of the rarer works recorded here, his Symphony Serena on Disc 5 is a little tougher to like, but is really quite good, while his Symphony in E flat on Disc 4 is nothing short of amazing. The Philharmonic Concerto, a set of variations on a strange but catchy theme that only Hindemith could write, also really shines in this set.

Of his more well known -- if you can call any Hindemith "well known" -- works, the recordings are a mixed bag. His Concert Music for Strings and Brass on Disc 3 have a wonderful fullness in the lower brass that I haven't heard in other performances. But the Mathis der Maler Symphony and Nobilissima Visione are both so-so and a little dull. And the performance of Symphonic Metamorphosis here is just outright terrible and a big disappointment, full of mistakes and uneven tempos.

But that's ok. Because you can get good recordings of his better-known works elsewhere. But because his lesser works are presented here in such convincing performances, this set is a must buy for anyone exploring Hindemith! The other 2 box sets on CPO that round out his complete orchestral works are just as good, if not even better. All are highly recommended.

Hindemith, Hindemith, Hindemith!!!!!.......2005-05-15

Wow, this box set is phenomenal. First off, HIndemith is one of the most underappreciated and underrated composers of the 20th century. In my opinion he is definetly in the top 5 along with Stravinsky, Schoenberg, etc. This box set is simply amazing. Whether it is the sound quality, or the works themselves, they will provide you with hours and hours of great music. Although Hindemith was a 20th century composer, his works are EXTREMELY ACCESSIBLE and have a chromatic-romantic feeling to them. I am a music teacher and I have a huge classical collection and this box set is played more than most else. Also, I would recommend the other two volumes by CPO, they are just as good as this set.

DIDN'T THINK THAT THEY MADE THEM LIKE THIS ANYMORE.......2002-12-08

I listened upstairs in bed, on the couch watching football with the sound off, while typing my uncle William E. Crawford's WWII journals. It doesn't get any better than Paul Hindemith, whether it is band music, symphony, ragtime, or overture.
I confess I sometimes have a love-hate feeling about the role of the Jewish Diaspora musicians and composers. But they do the time to the beat and more. I always go to them for performance. They should teach other Americans to compose and perform.

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Horovitz: Sonatina - Allegro calmato
Horovitz: Sonatina - Lento, quasi andante
Horovitz: Sonatina - Con brio
Debussy: Premiere Rhapsody
Nichifor: CARNYX
Rachmaninov: Adagio from Symphony No.2
Weber: Grand Duo Concertante - Allegro
Weber: Grand Duo Concertante - Andante
Weber: Grand Duo Concertante - Rondo
Stravinsky: Piece for Clarinet No.1
Stravinsky: Piece for Clarinet No.2
Stravinsky: Piece for Clarinet No.3
Milhaud: Brazileira
Gershwin: Summertime

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Furtwängler: Maestro Classico (Box Set)

Manufacturer: Trumpets of Jericho
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not what I ordered

Venezia: Antologia di Musica Veneziana

Manufacturer: Retro Music
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Ballets | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music

Waltzes | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music

Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music

Compilations | Classical | Styles | Music

Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music

General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music

French | Languages | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music

Italian | Languages | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music

Classical | Imports | Stores | Music
ASIN: B000059LFN
Release Date: 2000-01-01

Album Details

Disc One Collects all the Best-known Classical Music Associated with Venice. Complete Versions of Vivaldi's "Four Seasons", Albinoni's "Adagio" and Others Played by the London Symphony Orchestra plus Accordions, Opera, Gondoliers Singing and Mandolins.

Customer Reviews:

not what I ordered.......2007-07-10

I ordered this based on the product details...it had several selections that I wanted. When it arrived I didn't find ANY of those selections on the 2 discs. I guess I will keep searching, and read more carefully next time - but I did read the contents, but not what I received - though it looks like the CD case with correct title.

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