The Secret Of My Heart

Ofspirit.com Bob Olson editor 01/2002
This CD empowers the mind with hope and love.For meditation or relaxation.Sure to have a healing effect.

Product Description
A collection of soothing and romantic piano solos sure to lift and inspire young and old.

The Secret Of My Heart

The Secret Of My Heart,Hiko,Hiko Music

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Average customer rating: Arleen Auger and Dalton Baldwin-Love Songs Voice of experience Auger at her best Hidden Treasure Gorgeous, sensitive music

Arleen Auger - Love Songs / Dalton Baldwin Frank Bridge , Benjamin Britten , Pietro Cimara , Aaron Copland , Sir Noel Coward , Stefano Donaudy , Stephen Foster , Charles Gounod , Eduoard Lippe , Frederick Loewe , Gustav Mahler , Joseph Marx , Fernando J. Obradors , Jaime Ovalle , Francis Poulenc , Roger Quilter , Franz Schubert , Robert Schumann , Oscar Straus , Richard Strauss , Joaquin Turina , Dalton Baldwin , and Arleen Auger Manufacturer: Delos Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Britten | Britten, Sir Benjamin | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Copland | Copland, Aaron | ( C ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Foster, Stephen | ( F ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Gounod | Gounod, Charles | ( G ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Mahler | Mahler, Gustav | ( M ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Poulenc | Poulenc, Francis | ( P ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Schubert | Schubert, Franz | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Robert Schumann | Schumann, Robert | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Strauss | Strauss, Richard | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Turina | Turina, Joaquin | ( T ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Vocal & Song | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Vocal & Song | Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music German | Languages | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Operettas | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Folk Songs | Songs & Lieder | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Songs & Lieder | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Similar Items: American Soprano Arleen Auger - Handel · Bach Arias / The Mostly Mozart Orchestra · Gerard Schwarz Strauss: Ein Heldenleben - Four Last Songs / Auger, Previn Stefano Donaudy: Amor mi fa cantare Haydn - Arias & Cantatas / Auger · H&H · Hogwood ASIN: B0000006VP Release Date: 1992-05-22

Tracks:

1. Love Songs: Pastorale
2. Love Songs: Del Cabello mas sutil
3. Love Songs: Azulao
4. Love Songs: Standchen
5. Love Songs: Selige Nacht
6. Love Songs: Fleurs
7. Love Songs: Stornello
8. Love Songs: Music, When Soft Voice Die
9. Love Songs: Je t'aime
10. Love Songs: Love's Philosophy
11. Love Songs: Widmung
12. Love Songs: Du bist wie eine Blume
13. Love Songs: Das Rosenband
14. Love Songs: Liebst du um Schonheit
15. Love Songs: Cantares
16. Love Songs: How Do I Love Thee?
17. Love Songs: I'll Follow My Secret Heart
18. Love Songs: Serenade
19. Love Songs: Liebe Schwarmt auf allen Wegen
20. Love Songs: Love Went A-Riding
21. Love Songs: Why, No One to Love
22. Love Songs: O del mio amato ben
23. Love Songs: The Salley Gardens
24. Love Songs: Heart, We Will Forget Him
25. Love Songs: Before I Gaze at You Again

Customer Reviews:

Arleen Auger and Dalton Baldwin-Love Songs.......2007-01-29

A lovely collection -very varied. Arleen Auger has a beautiful voice and Baldwin's accompaniment is wonderful. The 3rd track, by Jayme Ovalle, is, as it says in the accompanying notes, bewitching, and is actually the reason I bought the CD.

Voice of experience.......2006-01-28

There isn't much I can add to the praise bestowed on this album by earlier reviewers. I do think though that a special poignancy is undeniable since Auger's voice, while still beautiful, clearly is not that of a young singer. Her maturity makes her interpretations of these love songs all the more touching. I've probably played this CD a dozen times through the years, far more than any other in my collection. It remains consistently and deeply satisfying.

Auger at her best.......2005-04-26

This is a disc that I recommend to my graduating seniors/graduate students who are pursuing a graduate degree or career options in Vocal Performance.
From the standpoint of technique, Auger is practically flawless---"harsh" is not a word I equate with Ms. Auger's singing. She and Dalton Baldwin are impeccable performers on this disc. All the material was wisely chosen and presented, including one of the slowest "O del mio amato ben's" and one of the slowest "Salley Gardens", indicative of the beautiful breath control this artist had. I have to take exception to one of the comments made by one reviewer, of the "lack of sesitivity to the music that most classical singers possess". This is plain ignorant. This reviewer clearly does not understand the great artistic endeavor that classical singers have to have with Song literature---only a non-singer could have said this. Our finest classical singers of memory have all been outstanding musicians. They also have texts to interpret in many languages. I, as a singer-performer-teacher take great umbrage at comments like this which serve only to degrade the richness of so much repertoire.
I too hated the untimely passing of this fabulous singer. She is one of four famous women singers who all died at the age of 53. I think this disc was recorded not to long before she passed away and does reflect her "goodbye" to her audience. However the disc will remain as timely as the repertoire in it.
Marcia M.Baldwin, Gig Harbor, WA.
Professor Emeritus, Eastman School of Music, Rochester,NY

Hidden Treasure.......2003-11-04

This recording is possibly one of the best examples of beautiful singing one will ever find. The repertoire, the artfulness, the line and the sheer beauty of Miss Auger's voice is a rare find. I've just recently purchased another copy as I loaned mine to a friend who begged to keep it! One note on the cover - this new cover art seems to imply this CD is some light version of 1970's Montovani romance music. Nothing could be further from the truth. Though the previous jacket (a photo of Miss Auger on pale pink) did look dated, I hope the next pressing of this (& I'm sure they'll be many more to come!) will give this collection the class packaging it deserves. This is a collector's item. Enjoy!!

Gorgeous, sensitive music.......2001-06-15

So first of all, ignore the cheesy cover art and album title. This is a beautiful collection of songs, beautifully performed. Since I concur with the other reviews that laud Auger's performance (though don't forget the accompanist Dalton Baldwin, who is also outstanding), I'll add only the comment that there is a certain melancholy surrounding a lot of the songs and performances that (a) I find haunting and appealing, and (b) you would never know simply from looking at the album.

The performance of "Why, No One to Love" is worth the price of admission alone.

Average customer rating: Seductive and Ethereal This cd is amazing, perfect for massage A Piece of Heaven Most Powerful Music Yet Soundscape for True Romantics

My Secret Heart: Romantic Meditations for Ambient Piano Michael Whalen Manufacturer: Narada ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music General | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Like Rain Through My Hands Softest Touch Timeless Allure of Sanctuary Real Piano: A Collection ASIN: B00074CC6E Release Date: 2005-02-01

Tracks:

1. I Have Loved You For A Thousand Lifetimes
2. Hands Of Silk
3. Tantric
4. Two As One
5. Your Eyes In The Candlelight
6. Addicted To You
7. For You
8. Moonglow
9. Swimming In A Lovely Sea Of You
10. Love's Secret

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With song titles like "Swimming in a Lovely Sea of You," one might expect Michael Whalen's My Secret Heart to be as deep in the schmaltz as Yanni playing a candlelight étude for Linda Evans. The fact that he avoids a saccharin overdose is one of the few minor successes on this album of ambient piano compositions. Taking cues from artists like Harold Budd and Suzanne Ciani, Whalen orchestrates a series of romantic mood pieces full of deeply echoing piano and electronic effects that shimmer in the background. Like Ciani, he wears his heart on his keyboard. Unlike Budd, however, he lacks the emotional austerity and distance that would allow his music to speak at a deeper level. Although Whalen spends most of his time doing nature documentary soundtracks and jingles, he does have a gift for ambient space, as evidenced by his albums Nightscenes and Like Rain Through My Hands. My Secret Heart fits in as a minor extension of these works, but the maudlin inscriptions--"Two as One" or "Addicted to You"--wouldn't pass muster on a Hallmark Valentine's Day card. Absent any irony, they trigger an automatic gag reflex that's only slightly overcome by music that deserves better. --John Diliberto

Customer Reviews:

Seductive and Ethereal.......2006-05-07

I was immediately mesmerized on hearing this on Soundscapes. Michael Whalen has composed and performed the most haunting and lingering piano sounds I have heard in a long time. You feel each piano note deeply, sometimes holding a breath not wanting to miss its penetrating moment. It is not only seductive it is intoxicating. I have played it for listening and for dining, all my friends and guests are captivated by it.

This cd is amazing, perfect for massage.......2006-02-21

I am a LMT and I purchased this cd for song #1- I overheard on XM radio. This cd is awesome. I never get tired of it. It is perfect for relaxation. I play it at home and at work.

A Piece of Heaven.......2005-02-13

From the moment I first heard Michael Whalen's new CD, "My Secret Heart", I was absolutely captivated. I adore this CD. The music is quite beautiful and evocative, it is as if Michael captured a piece of Heaven in his hands, and it spilled forth and transformed into this beautiful music.

Most Powerful Music Yet.......2005-02-10

"My Secret Heart, romantic meditations for ambient piano" is by far Whalen's most ambitious and revealing project to date. Imagine all your deepest, darkest secrets hanging out for the world to see? Well, that is what is embodied in this album.

From the first track, "I Have Loved You For A Thousand Lifetimes," Whalen succeeds at what I think is the fundamental goal of this album: to make the music accessible and inviting to the listener. Even deeper: to show a side of Michael that few people get to see-a vulnerability, a longing, an HONESTY...who hasn't wanted to express these emotions???

Whalen has chosen exactly the right notes, at the right time, giving ample time for each shimmering note to breathe. More important, the simplicity of this CD invites you into Michael's world, which is about music he cares about expressing-because of who he is, and what he believes in.

Soundscape for True Romantics.......2005-02-09

This CD is a must have for all of you true romantics out there. It provides a beautiful sonic backdrop that is perfect for moments when you want to escape life's stresses. Michael's ability to create beautiful melodies entwined with electronic processing, makes for a rich sonic tapestry that is at times sad, yet stirring nonetheless. "I have loved you for a thousand lifetimes" is a standout, with a gorgeous melody. It is also the song for which the video was created. Outstanding! I thoroughly enjoyed this CD.

Average customer rating:

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Tracks:

1. Largo Al Factotum - Gino Bechi
2. Udite, Udite O Rustici - Ezio Pinza
3. Im Heimlichen Dammer - Maria Reining
4. Mag Der Himmel Euch Vergeben - Helge Roswaenge
5. Ach So Fromm - Richard Tauber
6. The Last Rose Of Summer - Amelita Galli-Curci
7. Non So Piu - Amelita Galli-Curci
8. You Are My Heart's Delight - Lauritz Melchior
9. Voices Of Spring - Ada Sari
10. Drinking Song & Golden Days - Robert Merrill
11. You And You - Robert Merrill
12. I'll Follow My Secret Heart - Lily Pons
13. The White Dove - Lawrence Tibbett
14. Deep In My Heart - Lauritz Melchior
15. Merry Widow Waltz - Helen Traubel
16. Serenade - Lauritz Melchior
17. Stout-Hearted Man - Helen Traubel
18. Russian Song - Lawrence Tibbett
19. Wanting You - Lawrence Tibbett
20. Oh What A Beautiful Morning - Helen Traubel
21. Una Voce Poco Fa - Luisa Tetrazzini

Tracks:

1. Wer Uns Getraut - Jussi Bjorling
2. The Blue Danube - Lily Pons
3. Ich, Hab' Kein Geld, Bin Vogelfrei - Jussi Bjorling
4. My Hero - Rosa Ponselle
5. Kiss Me Again - Rosa Ponselle
6. When You Walk In The Room - Robert Merrill
7. Song Of The Vagabonds - Robert Merrill
8. O Luce Di Quest'Anima - Toti Dal Monte
9. Dans Le Service D'Autriche - Hyppolite Belhomme
10. Tales From The Vienna Woods - Marcella Sembrich
11. Per Viver Vicino - John McCormack
12. Charmant Oiseau - Amelita Galli-Curci
13. Cancion De La Espada - Miguel Fleta
14. De Espana Vengo - Conchita Supervia
15. Aimons, Il Faut Aimer - Hyppolite Belhomme
16. Com'e Gentil - Chorus
17. Quel Guardo Il Cavaliere - Amelita Galli-Curci
18. Tornami A Dir Che M'Ami - Tito Schipa
19. Im Mohrenland Gefangen War - Peter Anders
20. Oh, Wie Will Ich Triumphieren - Wilhelm Hesch
21. Modern Travel, An Opera Parody On Donizetti, Gounod, Verdi, Bizet & Dvorak - Lauritz Melchior

Average customer rating: Two greats: both have seen better days Two masters of music Ten Stars!!! Together is exactly right Great for casual listening

Together George Frideric Handel , Jacques Offenbach , Jules Massenet , Imre (Emmerich) Kalman , Fritz Kreisler , Sergey Rachmaninov , Manuel Ponce , Francesco Paolo Tosti , Irish Traditional , Enrico Toselli , Sigmund Romberg , Benjamin Godard , Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky , Richard Strauss , Jonathan Tunick , Itzhak Perlman , Placido Domingo , and The New York Studio Orchestra Manufacturer: EMI Classics ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Godard, Benjamin | ( G ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Handel | Handel, George Frideric | ( H ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Kreisler | Kreisler, Fritz | ( K ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Massenet | Massenet, Jules | ( M ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Offenbach | Offenbach, Jacques | ( O ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Romberg, Sigmund | ( R ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Rachmaninov | Rachmaninov, Sergei | ( R ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Strauss | Strauss, Richard | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Tchaikovsky | Tchaikovsky, Peter Ilyich | ( T ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Vocal & Song | Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Romances | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music French | Languages | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Italian | Languages | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Operettas | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Folk Songs | Songs & Lieder | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Folk | Styles | Music General | Vocal Pop | Pop | Styles | Music General | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music Similar Items: Por Amor De Mi Alma Latina, Vol. 2 Romantic Moments Music of Sigmund Romberg Gitano ASIN: B000002RS9 Release Date: 1991-10-11

Tracks:

1. Serenata
2. Estrellita
3. Elegie
4. Weisst Du Es Noch?
5. The Old Refrain
6. When Night Desends, Op.4, No.3
7. Barcarolle
8. Ideale
9. Danny Boy
10. Ombra Mai Fu
11. Serenade
12. Berceuse
13. None But The Lonely Heart, Op.6 No.6
14. Morgen, Op.27, No.4
15. Oh, Cease Thy Singing, Maiden Fair

Customer Reviews:

Two greats: both have seen better days.......2007-04-16

Putting two great musicians of the stature of Domingo and Perlman together must have sounded like a fine idea-- no doubt joining these musical giants should produce musical fireworks. Unfortunately the final product offered on this disc is rather drab. The recording lacks focus and is generally musically hollow.

No doubt both Domingo and Perlman offer the listener flashes of how great they both are, but neither is interested in exploring the subtle nuances of each musical selection. Pieces such as Massenet's "Elegie," Manuel Ponce's "Estrellita," and Tosti's "Ideale" are beautifully lilting pieces, which are not (except for moments in the Massenet) served well by the rather over-stated performances of both men. Pieces such as Romberg's "Serenade" from The Student Prince and Kalman's "Weist du es noch?" fare better, as they fit Domingo's operatic temperament and Perlman's virtuoso sensibilities. But even these seem to be mere show pieces devoid of depth. I found the tenor-violin rendition of the Barcarolle from Les contes d'Hoffman unpleasant, and Danny Boy equally so.

The over-miking of both performers does not help matters much, and in Domingo's case only served to amplify some strained moments in his top range.

The disc as a concept is also rather problematic. A recital album of any sort should have some sort of shape and texture-- this recording does not offer a readily decipherable one, save for a vague chronological relationship among the pieces (except for a Handel aria!), and the variety offered. As far as variety is concerned, the track listing "kindly" offers the listener explicit references to the many languages Domingo sings on the disc (6-- Spanish, English, French, German, Russian, and Italian).

No doubt fans of both gentlemen will want to have the disc, but both have seen much better days. Still, it is true that a mediocre performance by two giants reveals certain hidden treasures that listeners looking to buy this disc will be able to horde.

(This recording, in my opinion, hovers between two and three stars, but I give it the benefit of the doubt and round up)

Two masters of music.......2003-01-28

Wow! What can I say? It is so obvious who rules the stage when it comes to violin virtuosos. Itzhak Perlman takes my breath away every time I hear his bow touch a violin and to be playing with one of the world's best vocalists alone shows some accomplishment. Of course... it goes without saying that Domingo is probably THE BEST tenor of this lifetime. My personal favorite on this CD is the "Offenbach". I've heard this piece sung and played by many artists, but none of them come close to this recording and it truly touches your heart and soul. This CD has definitely become a favorite of mine and I cannot seem to put it back in its CD case! This album is definitely worth getting for one's self and I would even say it is also a very nice gift idea, that even non-classic listeners would appreciate.

Ten Stars!!!.......1999-07-27

BothItzhak Perlman and Placido Domingo are two of the most sophisticated and gifted musicians that ever graced our sad world with their presence. For whatever they do we should be eternally grateful. Both artists often ventured in the world of popular music, which goes to show just how diverse and open-minded they are. Every time they had something new to say as to the music, and attracted new legions of fans. Perlman's excursions into jazz and Domingo's explorations of modern Latin music are widely known and appreciated and loved by many. Here they combine their extraordinary forces to bring to us a relatively "conservative" repertoire, yet they do with such skill and class, the familiar selections sound fresh and enchanting. Don't underestimate the level of difficulty, though. Notice the two Rachmaninov songs, arranged splendidly for tenor and violin. (Btw, the song "O Cease thy singing, maiden fair" is usually performed by bass (baritone) and piano.) They include a Richard Strauss lieder "Morgen", a feat, not even attempted by other Italian opera-trained tenors, a nice surprise that attests to Placido Domingo's infinite talents. Massenet's "Elegie" is full of passion and melancholy, and Kalman's "Kome, Zigane" sparkles with gypsy rhythm and intensity. Among the other gems are Handel's "Ombra mai fu" and Tosselli's "Serenade" on which Placido and Itzhak display their flawless virtuosity and sincere love for the music. This is the most wonderful and unusual album, a true revelation. Thank you, Placido and Itzhak, the world is a better place thanks to you.

Together is exactly right.......1999-07-18

Together is the most stirring, evocative album anyone could ever wish to hear. Itzhak Perlman's renditons of Estrellita, Danny Boy, actually each of the selections draws the listener along the strings of his bow and sends them soaring. Placido's voice blends magically with the notes of the violin in such a way that you realise both 'instruments' are being played by a master musician.

Great for casual listening.......1999-06-01

This disc is great for casual listening. The pieces featured are light and easy on the ears. Domingo and Perlman combined beautifully in these well-arranged pieces. Sound quality is also good. However, this is not a disc for serious listeners or collectors.

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Tracks:

1. Oh What a Beautiful Mornin'
2. Summertime
3. I Could Write a Book
4. It Never Entered My Mind
5. I Can Cook Too
6. Make It Another Old Fashioned, Please
7. If I Loved You
8. My Heart Belongs to Daddy
9. Thou Swell
10. I Left My Heart at the Stage Door Canteen
11. There's No Business Like Show Business
12. South American Way

Tracks:

1. Shall We Dance
2. Ohio
3. Luck Be a Lady
4. Mack the Knife
5. There's a Small Hotel
6. Once in Love with Amy
7. Yodel Blues
8. Lazy Afternoon
9. There Must Be Somethin' Better Than Love
10. You're Just in Love
11. Now Is the Time

Tracks:

1. Impossible Dream
2. Love Makes the World Go 'Round
3. Try to Remember
4. Put on a Happy Face
5. I Say Hello
6. Happiness
7. She Loves Me
8. What Kind of Fool Am I?
9. Shy
10. Consider Yourself
11. Poor Little Person

Tracks:

1. Magic to Do
2. They're Playing My Song
3. I Don't Know How to Love Him
4. I Won't Send Roses
5. Good Morning Starshine
6. Don't Cry for Me, Argentina
7. Hard Candy Christmas
8. Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend
9. Won't You Charleston with Me?
10. Applause

Tracks:

1. Phantom of the Opera
2. Memory
3. On My Own
4. Muddy Water
5. How Could I Ever Know
6. American Dream
7. I Know Him So Well
8. Dr. Jazz
9. Me and My Girl
10. Suddenly Seymour

Tracks:

1. Mamma Mia!
2. Popular
3. Seasons of Love
4. Oh, the Thinks You Can Think
5. Whatever Lola Wants
6. Crazy
7. How Deep Is Your Love
8. Stars
9. People Like Us
10. I Go to Rio

Average customer rating: Superb! Beatiful singing - but where are the Swedish texts? if you like bjorling this is the best thing you can get! The ULTIMATE Collection Definitive survey of one of the finest singers on record

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Rediscovered The "Pearl Fishers" Duet Artists Of The Century - Jussi Bjorling, The Ultimate Collection Jussi Björling: Opera Arias Voices of Firestone: Jussi Bjorling ASIN: B000002S9L Release Date: 1998-01-20

Tracks:

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

Tracks:

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

Tracks:

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

Tracks:

1. Adelaide
2. Morgen
3. Cacilie
4. Bon i ofredstid
5. Bisp Thomas frihetssang
6. In The Silence Of Night
7. Siren: Lilacs
8. Jeanie With The Light Brown Hair
9. Because
10. Sylvia
11. A Spirit Flower
12. Ah, Love But A Day
13. Tonerna: I Bless Ev'ry Hour
14. Till havs
15. Sangen till havest
16. Visa king slandblom och manskara
17. Jungfrun under lind
18. Kung Helmer och Aslog
19. Trollsjon
20. Sa tag mit hjerte
21. Demanten pa marssnon
22. 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.

Average customer rating: Elegant interpretation of some of the finest movie scores Moody music

Cinematic Piano: Solo Piano Music from the Movies Manufacturer: Telarc ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Grainger | Grainger, Percy Aldridge | ( G ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Nyman | Nyman, Michael | ( N ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Satie | Satie, Erik | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Robert Schumann | Schumann, Robert | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Debussy | Debussy, Claude | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Character Pieces | Short Forms | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Lullabies & Berceuse | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Movie Scores | Soundtracks | Styles | Music Movie Soundtracks | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music Similar Items: Palace of the Winds: The Piano at the Movies Love at the Movies ASIN: B000003CZW Release Date: 1994-06-28

Tracks:

1. The Heart Asks Pleasure
2. Big My Secret
3. The Mood That Passes Through You
4. Bridal Lullaby
5. Main Theme
6. Clair De Lune
7. Main Theme
8. Main Theme
9. Mitch And Abby
10. Blues: The Death Of Love And Trust:
11. Medley: E.T. And Elliot - Adventure On Earth - Over The Moon
12. Kinderszenen:
13. Have You Got a Story for Me?
14. Theme
15. Main Title:
16. Gymnopedie No. 1
17. Theme:
18. As Time Goes

Customer Reviews:

Elegant interpretation of some of the finest movie scores.......2006-11-01

I have had this CD for over 10 years and still love listening to it. In particular, his rendition of "On Golden Pond" makes you think that you are sitting on the banks listening to the peaceful rippling water.

The CD includes famous movie scores from "Schindler's List," "ET," and "Casablanca," but you might be surprised how much you enjoy the score from "The Firm" and other movies whose music were much better than the movies themselves.

Moody music.......2000-02-04

Very mellow piano solos, perfect for inspiring your dinner date to cling to you hoping that you will defend her from the heartless world.

Average customer rating:

The Music of Paul Bowles Manufacturer: RCA ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Vocal & Song | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Piano | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Modern & 20th Century | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music English | Languages | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music ASIN: B000003ELV Release Date: 1996-06-18

Tracks:

1. Pastorela: First Suite: La Lucha - Jonathan Sheffer/EOS Ensemble
2. Pastorela: First Suite: Caminata - Jonathan Sheffer/EOS Ensemble
3. Pastorela: First Suite: El Indio - Jonathan Sheffer/EOS Ensemble
4. Pastorela: First Suite: Pieza Tranquila - Jonathan Sheffer/EOS Ensemble
5. Pastorela: First Suite: Danza General - Jonathan Sheffer/EOS Ensemble
6. Suite for Small Orch: Pastorale - Jonathan Sheffer/EOS Ensemble
7. Suite for Small Orch: Havanaise - Jonathan Sheffer/EOS Ensemble
8. Suite for Small Orch: Divertissement - Jonathan Sheffer/EOS Ensemble
9. Con for Two Pianos and Orch: Allegro - Alan Feinberg/Leslie Stifelman
10. Con for Two Pianos and Orch: Scherzo - Alan Feinberg/Leslie Stifelman
11. Con for Two Pianos and Orch:Andante - Alan Feinberg/Leslie Stifelman
12. Con for Two Pianos and Orch: Galop - Alan Feinberg/Leslie Stifelman
13. The Wind Remains: Overture - Carl Halvorson/Lucy Schaufer
14. The Wind Remains: Underscore: Setting the Stage - Carl Halvorson/Lucy Schaufer
15. The Wind Remains: Song: El Sueno - Carl Halvorson/Lucy Schaufer
16. The Wind Remains: Entrance of the Girl - Carl Halvorson/Lucy Schaufer
17. The Wind Remains: Duet: Quien lo dice? - Carl Halvorson/Lucy Schaufer
18. The Wind Remains: Clown Dance - Carl Halvorson/Lucy Schaufer
19. The Wind Remains: Underscore: The Mask & the Stenographer - Carl Halvorson/Lucy Schaufer
20. The Wind Remains: Love Scene: Donde vas? - Carl Halvorson/Lucy Schaufer
21. The Wind Remains: Underscore: Te he de llevar - Carl Halvorson/Lucy Schaufer
22. The Wind Remains: Song: Te he de llevar - Carl Halvorson/Lucy Schaufer
23. The Wind Remains: Reprise: Donde vas? - Carl Halvorson/Lucy Schaufer
24. The Wind Remains: Servant's Dance - Carl Halvorson/Lucy Schaufer
25. The Wind Remains: Duet: Si, mi hijo - Carl Halvorson/Lucy Schaufer
26. The Wind Remains: Song: Una musica de anos - Carl Halvorson/Lucy Schaufer
27. The Wind Remains: Finale: Una musica de anos - Carl Halvorson/Lucy Schaufer
28. Secret Words: A Suite of Six Songs: Once a Lady Was Here - Kurt Ollmann
29. Secret Words: A Suite of Six Songs: In the Woods - Kurt Ollmann
30. Secret Words: A Suite of Six Songs: April Fool Baby - Kurt Ollmann
31. Secret Words: A Suite of Six Songs: Farther from the Heart - Kurt Ollmann
32. Secret Words: A Suite of Six Songs: My Sister's Hand in Mine - Kurt Ollmann
33. Secret Words: A Suite of Six Songs: Secret Words - Kurt Ollmann

Average customer rating: An Artist's Artist Luscious and deeply moving

She Walks in Beauty Manufacturer: Parnassus ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music ASIN: B00000I54A Release Date: 1999-02-15

Tracks:

1. Suite for Soprano and Flute (Luening, 1936)
2. Images of Man (Starer, 1994)
3. Letter to a Composer (Starer, 1995)

Customer Reviews:

An Artist's Artist.......2006-03-18

Danielle Woerner has long been prized on the classical music scene for the exquisite intelligence of her singing and the distinctive beauty of her voice. Her range is and has been astonishing--from opera to art song--and in this recording one can her that sound and intimate sensibility which has earned her such a splendid name. Buy it!

Luscious and deeply moving.......2000-12-29

Danielle Woerner's voice is so rich and mellow, you can get lost in it. I was not familiar with this repertoire, and found Luening's setting of Emily Dickinson to be marvelous--sometimes serious, sometimes playful, always true to the deep emotions. I also liked the setting of William Blake's "Ah, Sun-flower", which Luening composed especially for this singer. I found myself listening over and over to the poems of Gail Godwin as set by her partner and collaborator, Robert Starer. The compositions are moving and complex, and Woerner makes excellent musical choices for presenting them in a way that the audience can truly feel. Highly recommended.

Average customer rating: american art song american art song american song

Songs of Otto Luening Manufacturer: Composers Recordings ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music ASIN: B00004RDZL Release Date: 2000-04-25

Tracks:

1. Songs Of Otto Luening: She Walks In Beauty
2. Songs Of Otto Luening: A Farm Picture
3. Songs Of Otto Luening: The Little Vagabond
4. Songs Of Otto Luening: Young Love
5. Songs Of Otto Luening: Wake The Serpent Not
6. Songs Of Otto Luening: Requiescat
7. Songs Of Otto Luening: Venilia
8. Songs Of Otto Luening: Locations And Times
9. Songs Of Otto Luening: Noon Silence
10. Songs Of Otto Luening: Visor'd
11. Songs Of Otto Luening: Infant Joy
12. Songs Of Otto Luening: Good-Night
13. Songs Of Otto Luening: I Faint, I Perish
14. Songs Of Otto Luening: Transience
15. Songs Of Otto Luening: At Christmas Time
16. Songs Of Otto Luening: In Weihnachtszeiten
17. Ach! wer bringt dies schonen Tage
18. Songs Of Emily Dickinson: Our Share Of Night To Bear
19. Songs Of Emily Dickinson: 'Hope' Is The Thing With Feathers
20. Songs Of Emily Dickinson: If I Can Stop One Heart From Breaking
21. Songs Of Emily Dickinson: Experiment To Me
22. Songs Of Emily Dickinson: I Felt A Cleaving In My Mind
23. Songs Of Emily Dickinson: Soul, Wilt Thou Toss Again?
24. Songs Of Emily Dickinson: When I Hoped I Feared
25. Songs Of Emily Dickinson: Love's Secret
26. Songs Of Emily Dickinson: The Harp The Monarch Minstrel Swept
27. Joyce Cycle (Text From James Joyce's 'Chamber Music'): Strings In The Earth And Air
28. Joye Cycle (Text From James Joyce's 'Chamber Music'): When The Shy Star Goes Forth In Heaven
29. Joyce Cycle (Text From James Joyce's 'Chamber Music'): My Love Is In A Light Attire
30. Joyce Cycle (Text From James Joyce's 'Chamber Music'): Sleep Now

Customer Reviews:

american art song.......2000-12-30

This recording is an accesible, refreshingly lyrical collection of 20th century American songs written by Otto Luening. Luening set the poetry of Oscar Wilde, Emily Dickinson, and James Joyce and others in a beautifully vivid and straightforward style. The literature itself is rich and enduring, and Luenning's style is sensitively efficient and illustrative. Ms. Bettina brings a wonderfully clear and graceful musicality in her offering of these works. Mr. Goldsworthy brings a masterful sensitivity to the accompaniment.

american art song.......2000-12-30

This recording is an accesible, refreshingly lyrical collection of 20th century American songs written by Otto Luenning. Luenning set the poetry of Oscar Wilde, Emily Dickinson, and James Joyce and others in a beautifully vivid and straightforward style. The literature itself is rich and enduring, and Luenning's style is sensitively efficient and illustrative. Ms. Bettina brings a wonderfully clear and graceful musicality in her offering of these works. Mr. Goldsworthy brings a masterful sensitivity to the accompaniment.

american song.......2000-12-30

This is a very lyrical, refreshingly accessible collection of 20th century American songs by Otto Luenning. The literature by Emily Dickinson, Oscar Wilde and James Joyce ( to name only a few), that Luenning chose to set is rich and wonderful in itself. Luenning has provided each with direct, clear and sensitive composition. Ms. Bettina gives a graceful rendering of these songs and shows artistry in each piece. Mr. Goldsworthy is first rate pianist who displays great sensitivity and clarity.

Meditation Music:

1. The Sounds of Nature: Country
2. The Twilight Concertos
3. To Drive the Cold Winter Away
4. Too Close For Comfort
5. Tranquility Base
6. Transitions 2: Music to Help Baby Sleep(Transitions Music)
7. Twelve String
8. Unbearable Love
9. Waterfall Sounds - Peaceful Relaxation Sound of Waterfalls
10. Waterworks

Meditation Music

meditation music

Meditation Music

Food for Woofers [Box set]

"PASTIME WITH GOOD COMPANY" 1998-2003 / Various Alpha Artists

Old No. 1/Texas Cookin' [Import] [Original recording remastered]

Music: Bruckner: Symphony 5

Music from the Wattstax Festival & Film [Live] [Import]

Pimpin Hustlin Gangsta Mob Shit [Explicit Lyrics]

On The Threshold Of A Dream [Gold CD]

Lipp Sings: Headlines [Explicit Lyrics]

Lumane Casimir

Lodovico Viadana: Vespri per l'Assunzione della Beata Vergine

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Moment of Truth [Clean]

Blues for Lady Day

Have a Nice Day