Among the Trees [Import]

Product Description
Japanese pressing includes DVD and bonus tracks. After a six year break, Arrested Development return with a classic new album, offering new and old fans a taste of the country life they live, and have become synonymous for. Canyon. 2005.

Tracks:

Aida: Se quel guerrier...Celeste Aida
Rigoletto: La donna e mobile
La Boheme: Che gelida manina
Tosca: Recondita armonia
TOSCA: E lucevan le stelle
La fanciulla del West: Ch'ella mi creda
La Gioconda: Cielo e mar!
L'africaine: Mi batte Il cor...O paradiso
Ideale
O sole mio
The Vagabond King: Only A Rose
For You Alone
Manon: Instant Carmant ... En ferman les yeux
Carmen: La fleur que tu m'avais jetee
Faust: Salut! demeure chaste et pure
Martha: M'appari tutt'amor
Martha: Cujus animam
Messa da requiem: Ingemisco
Il Trovatore: Ah si ben mio
Il Trovatore: Di quella pira
Il Trovatore: Ah si, ben mio
Il Trovatore: Di quella pira
Rigoletto: Questa o quella

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La Boheme: O soave faniculla
Rigoletto: E il sol dell'anima
Rigoletto: Questa o quella
Un Ballo in Maschera: Di' tu se fedele
Turnadot: Nessun dorma!
Andrea Chenier: Come un bel di di maggio
Fedora: Amor ti vieta
Cavalleria Rusticana: Mamma!...Quel vino
Pagliacci: Recita! ... Vesti la giubba
Mattinata
L'Elisir D'Amore: Una furtiva lagrima
Les Pecheurs De Perles: Je crois entendre encore
Romeo et Juliette: Ah! leve-tol, soleil!
Manon: Je suis seul! ... Ah! fuyez, douce image
L'arlesiana: E la solita storia
Cavalleria Rusticana: O Lola
Manon Lescaut: Donna non vidi mai
Tosca: Recondita armonia
Tosca: E lucevan le stelle
La Boheme: O soave fanciulla
Romeo et Juliette: Ange adorable
Jocelyn: Concealed In This Retreat
L'albe separa dalla luve l'ombra

Tracks:

Romeo et Juliette: Hoj dig, du klara sol
Rigoletto: O, I kvinnor: Questa o quella
L'illustre Fregona: Fylld av vemod sanker sig natten: Melancolque tombe le soir
Knyaz (Prince) Igor: Dagen gick langsamt till ro: Vladimir's Cavatina: Medlenno den' ugasal
Tosca: Det skona star att finna: Ricondita armonia
Tosca: Ja minns stjarnorna lyste: E lucevan le stelle
Rigoletto: Ack, som ett fjun sa latt: La donna e mobile
Il Trovatore: Skyhogt mot himlen
Pagliacci: Spela komedi! ... Pudra ditt anlet: Recitar! ... Vesti la giubba
Cavalleria Rusticana: O Lola
La fanciulla del West: Lat henne tro: Ch'ella mi creda
Fanal: I manner over lag och ratt
Sadko: I sonderns hav
La Belle Helene: Uti en skog pa berget Ida
Der Zigeunerbaron: Vem har oss vigt?
Der Bettelstudent: Skall jag tala ... Antag det fall
Der Bettelstudent: Ny ar jag pank och fagelgri: Ich hab keion Geld, bin vogelfrei
Nar hag for mig shalv i morka skogen gar
Bland skogens hoga furustammar
Ack Varmeland, du skona
Allt under himmelens faste
Tonerna
Sommarnatt: I de lyse naetter
Ett Folk: Sverige
Land, du valsignade
Namner du Sverige

Tracks:

Adelaide
Morgen
Cacilie
Bon i ofredstid
Bisp Thomas frihetssang
In The Silence Of Night
Siren: Lilacs
Jeanie With The Light Brown Hair
Because
Sylvia
A Spirit Flower
Ah, Love But A Day
Tonerna: I Bless Ev'ry Hour
Till havs
Sangen till havest
Visa king slandblom och manskara
Jungfrun under lind
Kung Helmer och Aslog
Trollsjon
Sa tag mit hjerte
Demanten pa marssnon
Cantique de Noel: Julsang (O helga natt) : Cantique de Noel

Amazon.com

This set tells you why Jussi Bjorling is a perennial entrant in the "Tenor of the Century" sweepstakes. Even as the voice darkens from the light lyric to the full, darker instrument of the later recordings, we hear a singer whose elegant style, lovely timbre and innate musicality touch the heart. Many of the selections are sung in Swedish, less of a liability than you might suppose. In whatever language, Bjorling's molten gold flows lavishly. He eschews the sobs and sentimentality that disfigure so much verismo repertory, making his points with stylish vocalism. He's been called a "cool" singer, but try his Puccini and Verdi arias on Disc One and you'll find more than enough vocal and emotional heat. The selections include many neglected Scandinavian songs, sung, like the arias, with a naturalness that disarms criticism. -- Dan Davis

Amazon.com

Swedish tenor Jussi Björling gets many votes for the distinction of greatest all-time tenor. Up to the end, the voice projected a boyish vulnerability, though he also had enough stentorian power to sing the heavy Puccini roles and was ready to take on Lohengrin when he died. He was so deeply musical he eschewed the usual tenor vulgarity without ever slighting the music's theatricality. Even these four well-filled discs of arias and songs can't fully encompass the vocal riches he left behind, but there's a lot here, much of it from his earliest years and (hope you don't mind) sung in a Swedish translation. --David Patrick Stearns

Customer Reviews:

Superb!.......2001-07-29

This is an wonderful compilation of one of the most incredible voices on record. Whether you are a new or old Bjorling fan -- and who could hear that voice and not be enthralled by it -- this is a fine CD to have. The quality of the recording is excellent, and the range in years, from 1930 to 1959, gives a splendid overview of his dazzling talent. In addition to many of the arias one might expect, there are also lieder and songs in Swedish, as well as some charming duets with Jussi's wife, Anna-Lisa. I have quite a few other Bjorling CDs, and this is one of the best in terms of quality and scope. It is a most worthy addition to any Bjorling collection, regardless of its size.

Beatiful singing - but where are the Swedish texts?.......2001-06-22

This is an excellent collection, the best available overview of a great tenor.

This would get 4 stars but has been marked down for only supplying token texts and translations in the large booklet. It is understandable (sort of) that the Italian opera excerpts don't merit texts and translations as (apart from the Callas recitals series) EMI generally doesn't provide texts with historical issues. However the tempting inclusion of a dozen or so texts to the Italian and Swedish songs makes one all the more aware of the miserliness of not providing all the texts.

if you like bjorling this is the best thing you can get!.......2000-06-26

this is so awesome, i love his voice, this is good for anyone, the professional or just someone who wants to hear the greatest tenor of all times! this is so great

The ULTIMATE Collection.......1999-11-02

When starting my Bjorling collection, I saw MANY CDs, with his early recordings. I was in a quandry as to what to buy, UNTIL I found this set. TRULY remarkable in many levels.FIRST and foremost, the voice. Captured in all levels, from the earliest to the latest. Truly wonderful, and the Swedish versions are a real treat to hear, don't worry, the Italian versions are here too!!Secondly, the remastering process. This set was remastered at Abbey Studios in London. For the first time I've heard, they actually pressed NEW 78s from the metal plates, and THEN remastered the new discs!!! Inspired, and the results--incredible.I find myself listening to Disc 3 the most. Very interesting, as it is the Swedish one. When the songs are terrific, along with the "standard" tenor arias, and it all comes together, it is PURE MAGIC!! I will admit that due to time limitations of recordings of this era, the opera house Bjorling is not fully conveyed. There are other CDs for that. Most notably "Romeo and Juliet", and for a REAL thrill, his ATLANTA concert, in STEREO, so much so, that the piano is even divided; left hand left, right hand right. Wait a minute, am I playing TWISTER??:-)) But if you want to skip all those unknown labels, you couldn't have a MORE complete set. ALL wit the great remastering I spoke of. Bjorling--His voice will NEVER die, at least in MY house!!!

Definitive survey of one of the finest singers on record.......1998-09-25

Jussi Bjoerling was one of the greatest singers of the century. His voice is pure, effortless and yet thrilling. Even better than the quality of the voice is his style. He never scoops up to a note nor does he ever whoop down from one, instead, he uses perfect legato and faultless intonation to deliver the cleanest sound you'll ever hear from a tenor.

This collection, from the large set of EMI recordings, provides a wonderful survey of Bjoerling's career. He was a straight 'spinto' tenor, that is, between a lyrical tenor (like Pavarotti) and a dramatic tenor (like Domingo). Most of the Puccini roles demand a spinto and those are the roles that Bjoerling was unbeatable in (particularly Des Grieux in Manon Lescaut). However, I think I most prize this collection for the songs sung in English on the last disc. I had some of them on a cassette I wore out in the car and others on a vinyl disc I wore out at home. For shear beauty of voice, the Berceuse by Jocelyn is stunning. For perfect diction, intonation and style, Love but a Day is breathtaking. Buy this set and I guarantee you'll fall in love with what many think is the finest voice on record.

The Songs Of Robert Burns, Volumes 1 & 2
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Your search for good Burns songs has ended

The Songs Of Robert Burns, Volumes 1 & 2

Manufacturer: Philo Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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The Songs of Robert Burns / Songs of the Hebrides

ASIN: B0000003VY
Release Date: 1996-02-20

Tracks:

Could Kail In Aberdeen
To The Weaver's Gin Ye Go
Wantonness
My Tocher's The Jewel
Charlie He's My Darling
Landy Mary Ann
Amang The Trees
Country Lassie
The De'il's Awa Wi' Th' Exciseman
Johnie Blunt
The Winter It Is Past
A Red, Red Rose
Logan Water
Corn Rigs
Had I The Wyte
Nine Inch Will Please A Lady
Beware O'Bonie Ann
The Cooper O'Cuddy
Sweetest May
A Parcel Of Rouges In A Nation
Auld Lang Syne
Hey How Johnie Lad
Mary Morison
The Dusty Miller
It Was A' For Our Rightfu' King
Sae Flaxen Were Her Ringlets

Customer Reviews:

Your search for good Burns songs has ended.......2000-01-29

Jean Redpath sings the "inimitable songs of Burns" as if Rabbie himself is hovering over her shoulder. You're not likely to find too many singers more suited to her material than Redpath. Also, I needs must mention the first-rate musical accompaniments by Serge Hovey. All in all, the seven volume Redpath-Burns series is indispensible for lovers of song everywhere. Way to go, folks.

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Among the Trees
Arrested Development
Manufacturer: Edel
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0002GSNII

Tracks:

From the Start
Lotta Things to Do
Esmerelda
Luxury Pt. I
Luxury Pt. II
Honeymoon Prelude
Honeymoon Day
Wag Your Tail
Calling All Ghetto Children
In the Sun
Among the Trees
Baba Intro
Baba Oje' Is the Oldest One Pt. I
Baba Oje' Is the Oldest One Pt. II
I'm Ignoring You
Pain Thangs
Night Time DeMons
Tings Distracting
Lotta Things to Do (Remix)

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Home Among the Gum Trees

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Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00006JRSD
Release Date: 2005-01-18

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Scandinavian Songs and Ballads

Manufacturer: Gala
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Jussi Björling Early Swedish Recordings

ASIN: B000001XMM
Release Date: 2000-06-06

Tracks:

You Are Near Me In My Dream
Bacchanal
Little Princess
Sweden, Op. 22:2
A Ballad About Lamech's Sons
A Ballad About The Jester And Death
A Ballad About Good Sleep
You Are Near Me In My Dreams
Black Roses, Op. 36:1
Sigh, Rushes, Sigh Op. 36:4
En svane, Op. 25:2
Thou Blessed Land
The Diamond On The March Snow
The Tryst, Op. 37:5
Among The High Fir Trees In The Forest, Op. 5:4
The Enchanted Lake
Evening Mood
Toward The Sea
Visions
The Enchanged Lake

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Not the guy from Soul Coughing

Among Trees
Francis Doughty
Manufacturer: The Orchard
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00000K0R9
Release Date: 2000-03-29

Tracks:

By Lantern Light
Flau Song
Dream Song For A Walk On A Sunset
Gandalf's Guitar Garden
Christmas Birds
Lilac Sunday
Jasper's In The Window
The Cowyard
All The Beautiful Girls & Boys
Hermit Thrush
Button-Girl
The Elm Tree
Anticipating You

Customer Reviews:

Not the guy from Soul Coughing.......2004-07-24

I did not buy this CD so don't pay attention to my rating. I did notice that people who bought this CD, as is listed above, obviously thought that Francis Doughty is the lead singer of Soul Coughing. This is not true. The lead singer of Soul Coughing is Mike Doughty and you can get more information about him at www.superspecialquestions.com Mike currently has a solo career and his new music is spectacular. I've seen him live a couple of times and, while his new style is a departure from the old Soul Coughing sound, his new sound is a welcome change.

Solitudes 3: Among the Giant Trees of the Wild Pacific Coast/Spring Morning on the P

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Peaceful woods, disturbing plains

Solitudes 3: Among the Giant Trees of the Wild Pacific Coast/Spring Morning on the P
Solitudes
Manufacturer: Solitudes
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Solitudes: Thunderstorm in the Wilderness

ASIN: B000001CZ7
Release Date: 1994-08-19

Tracks:

Among The Giant Trees Of The Wild Pacific Coast
Spring Morning On The Prairies

Customer Reviews:

Peaceful woods, disturbing plains.......2002-01-25

Among the Giant Trees of the Wild Pacific Coast/Spring Morning on the Prairies:

I recommend this Solitudes selection strictly on Part One of this work, *Among the Giant Trees the Wild Pacific Coast*. It is a wonderful, non-musical aural ambient piece that brings you right into the West Coast rainforest. You feel like you are right there among the tall cedars and hemlocks as the sounds of the birds chirp above you, then as you canoe down a stream eventually to the sea, the sounds of the sea become louder until you find yourself among the wild seabirds swinging above you.

Part Two of this CD, however, called *Spring Morning on the Prairies*, is simply too hard to listen to, at least for me. If you've ever seen huge flocks of birds at a bird sanctuary or been to any huge wetlands, you already know what I may mean. To me this half of the selection sounds like one huge 'fowl' feeding-frenzy, which is loud and incessant throughout. If you were looking for a piece to relax with, part two *isn't* it.

Nevertheless, Part One of this CD overcomes my unhappiness with Part Two easily enough, making me recommend the CD strictly for this reason.

Tracks:

Torna a Surriento
I drommen du ar mig nara
Vita rosor
For You Alone
Romeo et Juliette: Ah! Leve- toi soleil
Rigoletto: Questo o quella
Serenata Op. 6, No. 1
Today
Sommarnatt-Serenad
Nar Jag For Mig Sjalv I Morka Skogen Gar
Bland Skokens Hoga Furustammar
Das Veilchen von Montmarte: Du Veilchen von Montmartre
Carmela
Tantis Serenad (Manstralar Klara)
Das Veilchen von Montemartre: Heut' Nach hab'ich getraumt von dir
Leendets Land (Das Land des Lachelns) - Du ar min hela varld (Dein ist mein ganzes Herz)
Leendets Land (Das Land des Lachelns) - Av appelblom jag binder en krans (Von Apfelbluthen einen Kranz)
L'Illustre Fregona: Melancolique tombe le soir
Prince Igor: Vladimir's Cavatina
Bachanal

Tracks:

The Early Swedish Recordings: Brinnande Gula Flod
The Early Swedish Recordings: Ver det en drom
The Early Swedish Recordings: Tosca: Recondicta armonia
The Early Swedish Recordings: Tosca: E lucevan le stelle
The Early Swedish Recordings: Rigoletto: La donna e mobile
The Early Swedish Recordings: I Pagliacci: Recitar!...Vesti la giubba
The Early Swedish Recordings: Lilla Prinsessa
The Early Swedish Recordings: Tornera
The Early Swedish Recordings: Ack Varmeland, Du Skona
The Early Swedish Recordings: Allt Under Himmelens Faste
The Early Swedish Recordings: I De Lyse Naetter
The Early Swedish Recordings: Rigoletto: La donna e mobile
The Early Swedish Recordings: Aida: Se quel querrier io fossi...Celeste Aida
The Early Swedish Recordings: La Boheme: Che gelida Manina
The Early Swedish Recordings: Sadko: Chanson Hindoue
The Early Swedish Recordings: Barindomshemmet (On The Banks Of The Wabash)
The Early Swedish Recordings: I Himmelen (In Heaven)
The Early Swedish Recordings: Guds Renia Lamm( God's Innocent Lamb)
The Early Swedish Recordings: O Hur Stilla(Oh, How Peacefully)
The Early Swedish Recordings: Psalm No.4 (Hear me...)

Customer Reviews:

Must Have for Any Jussi Fan.......2001-03-11

It takes a few weeks to get this CD, but it's well worth the wait to hear the earliest recordings of Bjorling. Many of the cuts are in Swedish and include not only opera but operetta and other lighter fare. Though his voice was glorious at any age, it is wonderful to hear how he sounded at the beginning of his career. One real treat is some 1920 recordings of the childhood Jussi with his his two brothers, Olle and Gosta. In Psalm No. 4, the fine vocal ability of the nine year old Jussi presages what will become one of the most splendid tenor voices in opera history.

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The Young Bjoerling Sings Magnificently In His Native Swedish

Björling In Song

Manufacturer: Nimbus Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Tracks:

Lilla Prinsessa
Brollopsvalsen (Bryllupsvalsen)
Mattinata
Nar Jag For Mig Sjalv I Morka Skogen Gar
Bland Skogens Hoga Furustammar
Serenata
Today
Violer (Salut D'Amour)
Tantis Serenad
Carmela
Love Me And The World Is Mine
The Sunshine Of Your Smile
Das Land Des Lachelns: Du Ar Min Hela Varld (Dein Ist Mein Ganzes Herz)
Das Land Des Lachelns: Av Appelblommor Jag Binder En Krans (Von Apfelbluten Einen Kranz)
Slut Dina Ogon
Das Veilchen You Montmartre: Jag Drommer Varje Natt Om Dig (Heut' Nacht Hab' Ich Getraumt Von Dir)
Bachanal
Sommarnatt (I De Lyse Naetter)
Ay, Ay, Ay
Ett Folk: Sverige
Land, Du Valsignade
Ungdomsdrommar (Dreams Of Long Ago)
Sjung Din Hela Langtan Ut
O Sole Mio

Customer Reviews:

The Young Bjoerling Sings Magnificently In His Native Swedish.......2007-01-11

Charming songs, sung with youthful ardor by an outstanding tenor who would soon win deserved acclaim in the world of opera with his voice and skill and dedication to his craft.

The transfers seem to be very well done, although there seem to be occasional very slight wobbles, which may have been due to the nervousness of the young singer or perhaps to some pitch variation in the recordings. These, if I have not merely imagined them, do not detract from the enjoyment of hearing this great tenor in his promising youth.

This is a wonderful recital and a great bargain at the very low prices now asked by some of the Amazon sellers.