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Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds (Hybr) (Ms)

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by: Jeff Wayne, Richard Burton, Various Artists

Release Date July 05, 2005
What an astonishing work of art! I don't just mean the music and the various versions of the songs on this album, but the case itself is such a compliment to this compilation. The way the CDs are housed on the inside of the covers enveloping a book detailing all the songs, H G Wells' backgound, and his inspiration for writing WOW is amazing! I don't think you have to be a die hard fan to enjoy it, as there are so many layers to listen to on each track - even your Gran would enjoy it! Each instrument seems to jump out at you and you will definetely hear melodies you just weren't aware of on the old 70's LPs and 80's/90's CDs. There just aren't enough hours in the day to get the full benefit of this album. I think I'll book a week off work and ... Read More:

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Classic Standards

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by: Craig Larson Quartet

Release Date April 09, 2000
What an astonishing work of art! I don't just mean the music and the various versions of the songs on this album, but the case itself is such a compliment to this compilation. The way the CDs are housed on the inside of the covers enveloping a book detailing all the songs, H G Wells' backgound, and his inspiration for writing WOW is amazing! I don't think you have to be a die hard fan to enjoy it, as there are so many layers to listen to on each track - even your Gran would enjoy it! Each instrument seems to jump out at you and you will definetely hear melodies you just weren't aware of on the old 70's LPs and 80's/90's CDs. There just aren't enough hours in the day to get the full benefit of this album. I think I'll book a week off work and ... Read More:

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Tippett: Vocal Music

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by: Various Artists

Release Date November 14, 2005
I have chosen to review this set as it would appear to be the only way now left by which to acquire the sublime Byzantium, as performed by Solti, the Chicago Symphony and the majectic Faye Robinson.

The first disc comprises Tippett songs which I am in no position to comment on as they are some of the few Tippett items I do not own and know. A situation I will most certainly remedy.

The second disc gives us A Child of our Time, probably Tippett's most popular and performed work. Ironically so in my opinion because this is representative of the earliest era of Tippett's career when arguably he had yet to find the utterly distinctive voice and commence the journey to the most refined individuality that would eventually define him. The ... Read More:

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Songs of the Pashai-""""

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by: Various Artists

Release Date October 01, 1999
I have chosen to review this set as it would appear to be the only way now left by which to acquire the sublime Byzantium, as performed by Solti, the Chicago Symphony and the majectic Faye Robinson.

The first disc comprises Tippett songs which I am in no position to comment on as they are some of the few Tippett items I do not own and know. A situation I will most certainly remedy.

The second disc gives us A Child of our Time, probably Tippett's most popular and performed work. Ironically so in my opinion because this is representative of the earliest era of Tippett's career when arguably he had yet to find the utterly distinctive voice and commence the journey to the most refined individuality that would eventually define him. The ... Read More:

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Songs of Pasha

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by: Various Artists

Release Date January 03, 1996
I have chosen to review this set as it would appear to be the only way now left by which to acquire the sublime Byzantium, as performed by Solti, the Chicago Symphony and the majectic Faye Robinson.

The first disc comprises Tippett songs which I am in no position to comment on as they are some of the few Tippett items I do not own and know. A situation I will most certainly remedy.

The second disc gives us A Child of our Time, probably Tippett's most popular and performed work. Ironically so in my opinion because this is representative of the earliest era of Tippett's career when arguably he had yet to find the utterly distinctive voice and commence the journey to the most refined individuality that would eventually define him. The ... Read More:

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Russian Melodies

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by: Boris Christoff Balalaika Orchester Dima Liakhoff Dima Liakhoff

Release Date March 19, 2007
I have chosen to review this set as it would appear to be the only way now left by which to acquire the sublime Byzantium, as performed by Solti, the Chicago Symphony and the majectic Faye Robinson.

The first disc comprises Tippett songs which I am in no position to comment on as they are some of the few Tippett items I do not own and know. A situation I will most certainly remedy.

The second disc gives us A Child of our Time, probably Tippett's most popular and performed work. Ironically so in my opinion because this is representative of the earliest era of Tippett's career when arguably he had yet to find the utterly distinctive voice and commence the journey to the most refined individuality that would eventually define him. The ... Read More:

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Mendelssohn - Elijah

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by: Libby Crabtree, John Mark Ainsley

Release Date August 11, 1997
This is an outstanding recording of Elijah - by far the best I have ever heard! It is so good there is nothing else for me to say!

CD-Charts Position 8
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Dove - Flight

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by: London Philharmonic Orchestra

Release Date April 05, 2004
There has been much comment on what makes a modern opera, and if this particular work fulfils the 'Opera' criteria. This is a fantastic way for many to approach opera, and it has just finished it's second Glyndebourne run. This recording is first rate and greatly benefits from the live performance. The countertenor singing of Chris Robson is 'alien' as this role intends and at times extremely touching. The controller role is a tour de force, and sung with ease by Clarron McFaddon. She scales a sonic f with ease! Nualla Willis is splendid and at times her sound is confused with Mr Robsons, further displaying that she also is an outsider. The relationship of Tina and Bill (Mary Plazas & Coxon) is beautifully sung and realised. Plazas's singing canopies a wide ... Read More:

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Take It Someday

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by: Modern Machines

Release Date June 05, 2006
There has been much comment on what makes a modern opera, and if this particular work fulfils the 'Opera' criteria. This is a fantastic way for many to approach opera, and it has just finished it's second Glyndebourne run. This recording is first rate and greatly benefits from the live performance. The countertenor singing of Chris Robson is 'alien' as this role intends and at times extremely touching. The controller role is a tour de force, and sung with ease by Clarron McFaddon. She scales a sonic f with ease! Nualla Willis is splendid and at times her sound is confused with Mr Robsons, further displaying that she also is an outsider. The relationship of Tina and Bill (Mary Plazas & Coxon) is beautifully sung and realised. Plazas's singing canopies a wide ... Read More:

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Locklair - Choral Music

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from: Gasparo

Release Date August 01, 1996
There has been much comment on what makes a modern opera, and if this particular work fulfils the 'Opera' criteria. This is a fantastic way for many to approach opera, and it has just finished it's second Glyndebourne run. This recording is first rate and greatly benefits from the live performance. The countertenor singing of Chris Robson is 'alien' as this role intends and at times extremely touching. The controller role is a tour de force, and sung with ease by Clarron McFaddon. She scales a sonic f with ease! Nualla Willis is splendid and at times her sound is confused with Mr Robsons, further displaying that she also is an outsider. The relationship of Tina and Bill (Mary Plazas & Coxon) is beautifully sung and realised. Plazas's singing canopies a wide ... Read More: