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Classic FM Guitar - The Ultimate Collection

CD-Charts > Music > Opera and Vocal
by: Various Artists

Release Date June 16, 2008

This Classic FM 2CD collection of classical guitar music was released at the same time as the Classic FM `Full Works' series of 50 separate CDs, so was slightly upstaged and pushed to the back of the class.

However, it's Classic FM's first serious venture into the area of classical guitar music and with this in mind I think it's a well considered offering. It's not the `Ultimate' of course as the title claims - even a large collection of John Williams, Julian Bream and Andres Segovia wouldn't scratch the surface - but it does score well I think for its success at displaying the versatility of the instrument.

Obvious inclusions are Stanley Myers' `Cavatina' (made famous by the film The Deerhunter) but more interesting ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 2
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Vivere - Greatest Hits

CD-Charts > Music > Opera and Vocal
by: Andrea Bocelli

Release Date November 12, 2007
I have this CD on constant repeat! The music is so varied but holds your attention every step of the way. Bocelli's voice is one you just have to fall in love with. His "Romanza" is 1 of my favourites but "Vivo Per Lei" has me hooked also. GET THIS CD!!!!!!

CD-Charts Position 3
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Spanish Guitar Music

CD-Charts > Music > Opera and Vocal
from: Essential Classics

Release Date November 19, 2001
This is a clasical guitar album recorded by John Williams in his style of ultimate perfection. Don't confuse this with Flamenco Spanish guitar.

CD-Charts Position 4
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The Best Gregorian Chant Album In The World... Ever!

CD-Charts > Music > Opera and Vocal
by: Monks & Choir Boys Of Downside Abbey

Release Date April 19, 2004
My wife (for whom I bought it) says that this CD set is very restful and soothing and I have to say that I quite like to hear the singing in the background whilst I slave away at the computer. And, of course, the great thing is that we got two CDs for about the price of one. Excellent!

CD-Charts Position 5
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Fiesta

CD-Charts > Music > Opera and Vocal
by: Gustavo Dudamel

Release Date May 19, 2008
My wife (for whom I bought it) says that this CD set is very restful and soothing and I have to say that I quite like to hear the singing in the background whilst I slave away at the computer. And, of course, the great thing is that we got two CDs for about the price of one. Excellent!

CD-Charts Position 6
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Oliver!: Original Film Soundtrack [SOUNDTRACK]

CD-Charts > Music > Opera and Vocal
by: Original Soundtrack

Release Date March 25, 1989
I've always loved the film Oliver! especially singing along with the musical numbers in the film. So recently I purchased the CD soundtrack.

I already love the songs so there's no issue there but the songs are cut from what is heard in the film. This disapointed me which is why i've only given it three stars.

CD-Charts Position 7
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Classic FM Music for Babies

CD-Charts > Music > Opera and Vocal
from: Classic FM.(Export

Release Date July 18, 2005

This Classic FM compilation released in 2005 with the intention of relaxing the baby offers a good selection of calming music for babies and their mothers too.

Entirely classical music based - including Einaudi's popular piano piece '(La) Onde' - this is a nice relaxing CD, most of the tracks of which should be familiar to those with only a passing interest or limited knowledge of classical music.

Although now superseded by the more recent 2CD version of 'Classic FM Music for Babies' this still looks good value for an hour of relaxation.

CD-Charts Position 8
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Works of Igor Stravinsky [22cd]

CD-Charts > Music > Opera and Vocal
by: Igor Stravinsky

Release Date July 02, 2007
the master himself-why SONY/BMG dont do this with other artists is curious;
but the playing is excellent as well as the sound, for the dates of recording-and Im
exposed to pieces ive never heard, or even heard of before.
Who knew IS stuck his big toe in to the water of Jazz...?
The shoddy booklet is a real shame, but I cannot complain,
its a box set that doesnt require a fork lift to bring into the house-
and I spent EXACTLY $26.00 USD for it at TOWER Mail Order
true value for money.

CD-Charts Position 9
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Vaughan Williams: Orchestral Works

CD-Charts > Music > Opera and Vocal
from: British Composers

Release Date September 09, 1991
I JUST WANT TO AGREE WITH EVERY WORD THAT MR JORDAN HAD SAID ABOUT THIS PARTICULAR RECORDING, NOT JUST OF 'THE LARK', BUT OF SERENADE TO MUSIC ALSO. IN FACT I JUST LOVE EVERYTHING ON THIS ALBUM! I BOUGHT MY VINYL COPY IN THE EARLY 70'S AND IT IS NOW SO WORN OUT THAT I DECIDED TO LOOK TO SEE IF A CD WAS AVAILABLE. WHAT JOY! NOT ONLY HAVE I BEEN ABLE TO FIND A CD OF MY TREASURED RECORDING, BUT WITH BONUS TRACKS, AND AT AN INCREDIBLY LOW PRICE. FOR ME THIS IS THE PURCHASE OF THE MONTH.

CD-Charts Position 10
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Jenkins: The Armed Man - A Mass For Peace

CD-Charts > Music > Opera and Vocal
from: Virgin

Release Date September 10, 2001
This piece just reduces me to tears - probably because my closet friend served in both the Falklands War and the first Gulf War.

A most moving piece of music - to anyone's ears, if only they've got ears to hear.

I am singing it with my choir this year and find it almost impossible to sing it without welling-up.

Worth every penny of the CD's price.