Nature

1. Sky

2. Earth

3. Grasslands

4. Spring Awakening

5. Dusk

6. Dragon Clouds

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Average customer rating: A natural calm Excellent Best sleep aid without a prescription great "ocean sounds" CD Relaxing to Ocean Waves of the Echoes of Nature CD

Echoes of Nature: Ocean Waves Various Artists Manufacturer: Delta ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Environmental | New Age | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music Nature | New Age | Styles | Music CDs Under $7 | Environmental | New Age | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Environmental | New Age | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music 4-for-3 Pop | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Echoes of Nature: Thunderstorm Thundering Rainstorm Mountain Streams Echoes of Nature: Morning Songbirds Peaceful Ocean Surf ASIN: B000001V38 Release Date: 1993-04-13

Tracks:

1. Pleasant Beach
2. Low Tide
3. Big Surf
4. Pebble Beach

Customer Reviews:

A natural calm.......2007-07-26

I play this CD at the end of my day when I want to unwind and de-stress. It naturally calms you and helps you to relax.
I am not a pill taker at all, and am into more natural ways to find peace and calm. I highly recommend this one.

Excellent.......2007-06-10

My wife loves going to sleep to the sound of ocean waves (and I like it too) without someones music. She loves this CD.

Best sleep aid without a prescription.......2007-04-28

As a life-long insomniac (only kid in kindergarten with bags under his eyes), finding this disc was a true godsend. I bought it on a whim and didn't really learn of its magic until years later, when I got divorced and went through a spell of even worse-than-usual sleepless nights. I found that playing it softly on repeat was enough to help me drop off every time. Not only that, but whenever I woke during the night the waves were there to wash me right back into dreamland. It's been several years now, and a happy second marriage has helped me sleep better, but when I have those tough nights "Ocean Waves" is still there to help me through. Possibly the best money I ever spent on a CD.

great "ocean sounds" CD.......2007-04-09

Great - - four tracks of beautiful & relaxing sounds of ocean waves! Although description on "CD case" mentions sounds of sea lions/sea gulls, I'm unaware of "sounds of creatures", which is an asset for sleeping. I put this CD on repeat & sleep with these beautiful sounds of ocean waves. So much - - for such a low price! Highly recommend!

Relaxing to Ocean Waves of the Echoes of Nature CD.......2007-01-27

I am sitting here listening to the CD as I type. We live 20 miles from
the Gulf Coast of Florida and don't always get a chance to go to the
beach, so this is as close as I get. I love listening to the calming
sound of the waves rushing into the beach and I was pleasantly surprised
to hear the sea gulls. I highly recommend this CD as a relaxation tech-
nique for those like me who have trouble unwinding at the end of the day.
I also highly recommend the "Thundering Rainstorms" CD.
This society that we all live in is always, "Rush, Rush, Rush" and these
CD's have a real calming effect. LOVE THEM!!!!

Average customer rating: Realistic Sound Very Good Wonderful and powerful atmosphere! Relax. Great sound effects

Thundering Rainstorm Various Artists Manufacturer: Ent. Media Partners ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Environmental | New Age | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music Nature | New Age | Styles | Music CDs Under $7 | Meditation | New Age | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Meditation | New Age | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music General | New Age | Indie Music | Stores | Music Meditation Music | New Age | Indie Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Pop | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Echoes of Nature: Thunderstorm Echoes of Nature: Ocean Waves Mountain Streams Solitudes: Thunderstorm in the Wilderness Sounds of Thunder by the Sea ASIN: B00000I9BG Release Date: 1999-01-12

Tracks:

1. Relax With Thundering Rainstorm

Customer Reviews:

Realistic Sound.......2007-07-29

I actually purchsed this CD for my dog. She has been having issues with thunder storms and we are trying to desensitize her. She became immune to the other CD we bought because we played it so often. I purchased this one to alternate. It has realistic sounding storms.

Very Good.......2007-06-10

This is a pleasent CD of thunderstorms that I enjoy very much but it is just not as "ferocious" as Electrifying Thunderstorms.

Wonderful and powerful atmosphere!.......2007-05-21

Trust me, if you like listening to a thunderstorm and to the rain pouring down, you'll LOVE this CD. It's PURE nature opening her beauty to you, PURE storm and rain soothing your ears. I don't know of anything better to just relax and even help you sleep.
Other nature CDs have annoying harps or other sounds disturbing nature's perfect sounds, but this CD is PURE nature, nothing else.
You'll not going to get tired of listening to it, and below $5 it's a SURE steal, I would've paid much more than that for this wonderful CD.
BUY IT! You are NOT going to be disappointed, you'll thank me later.

Relax........2007-04-28

This is an extremely soothing and relaxing CD which delivers exactly what it promises -- thunder, rain, and birdsong. Those of us who need white noise to concentrate, or who miss the carefree days of screened-in porches, will greatly enjoy its use. Not since Dan Gibson's "Ocean Surf" have I encountered a CD which straight-piped in raw nature sounds with such clarity and intensity. But this isn't simply a collection of digitally mastered noise; it creates an atmosphere that summons up screened-in porches, rain-soaked grass, and the cool, eerie stillness that accompanies a summer thunderstorm. Best of all, there is no accompanying soundtrack -- no guitar, piano or other tacked-on bumf that gilds the lilly. What pharmaceutical companies sell for $100 a bottle, this CD delivers for the price of a sandwich. Put simply, it's 60 minutes and 13 seconds of bliss.

Great sound effects.......2007-03-25

I use this CD to fall asleep to, it has really good authentic sound. I have several rain, thunder storm cd's this is certainly one of the best, I recommend this CD.

Average customer rating: Better than Mozart (for work, anyway) Soothing Thunderstorm Where are the thunderstorms? Best of the Series! Relaxing Moments

Echoes of Nature: Thunderstorm Various Artists Manufacturer: Delta ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Environmental | New Age | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music Nature | New Age | Styles | Music CDs Under $7 | Environmental | New Age | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Environmental | New Age | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music 4-for-3 Pop | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Echoes of Nature: Ocean Waves Thundering Rainstorm Echoes of Nature: Morning Songbirds Echoes of Nature: Rainforest Echoes of Nature: Wilderness River ASIN: B000001V3A Release Date: 1993-04-13

Tracks:

1. Showers
2. Thunder & Rain
3. Jamboree

Customer Reviews:

Better than Mozart (for work, anyway).......2007-01-31

I'm a writer, and I'm always looking for background sounds that inspire creativity, while not distracting the mind from the task at hand. Several years ago, a friend suggested I try this CD (Echoes of Nature: Thunderstorm) and I was immediately hooked. The CD makes you feel that you are out in nature, and the sound patterns hook your mental neurotransmitters together in a way that even surpasses the reputed benefits of Mozart and other classical music. I have friends who use soft jazz, or rock, or country when they work, but nothing has worked for me as well as this CD, for jobs that involve mental creativity and dexterity. I've tried several CDs in this series, and the ones that I recommend the most are "Thunderstorm" and "Morning Songbirds" and "Rainforest". These three have only nature sounds, with no accompanying music. I know there are other lines of nature recordings out there, and some of them are very good. But, the price of these Echoes of Nature recordings is unbeatable, and the quality is excellent.

Soothing Thunderstorm.......2007-01-10

The soothing sounds of a thunderstorm are wonderful for background sound. I recommend this item to anyone who needs to step back from the daily stress and relax. Excellent sound quality. I like to combine it with ocean sounds as well.

Where are the thunderstorms?.......2006-11-28

This cd is terrible. It is basically an entire cd of nothing but rain. There are a couple of thunderclaps here and then, but %99 of the cd is just rain.

Best of the Series!.......2006-05-30

Just the thing if your trapped in the city, and need some refreshing sounds to relax to. Well done! The storm passes over and you're left with the sweet songs of the frogs and birds in the deep country!

Relaxing Moments.......2006-03-02

I've really enjoyed this cd. If you like to just relax and listen to the sound of the rain or rain storm this cd is for you. It doesn't hide the great sounds of nature with an overpowering music track. Relaxing and restful but without getting wet.

Average customer rating: Great cd for great price Relaxing Echoes of Nature: Morning Songbirds birds in paradise Echoes of Nature: Morning Songbirds

Echoes of Nature: Morning Songbirds Various Artists Manufacturer: Laserlight ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Environmental | New Age | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music Nature | New Age | Styles | Music CDs Under $7 | Environmental | New Age | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Environmental | New Age | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music 4-for-3 Classical | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Pop | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Echoes of Nature: Rainforest Echoes of Nature: Ocean Waves Echoes of Nature: Thunderstorm Bird Sounds Mountain Streams ASIN: B000001V39 Release Date: 1993-04-13

Tracks:

1. Pacific Surf & Songbirds
2. Predawn
3. Rain With Pygmy Owl
4. Marsh
5. Sparkling Water
6. Brookside Birds
7. Bobwhite, Doves & Cardinals

Customer Reviews:

Great cd for great price.......2007-03-16

I love this cd. I just moved to the city from the suburbs and I miss hearing the birds in the backround all day, especially to wake up in the morning. The only "natural" sounds here are traffic, people walking by screaming and cursing profanities, and boys bouncing basketballs.(Oh and the occasional gun-shot.)
So, this is a PLEASURE to my ears. When we are finally living as God intended, on this earth in a paradise, then we will live without pollution and in peace with everyone, including the animals.
Until then, we have cd's with nature sounds on them.
As another reviewer stated, the first track does open kind of unnaturally with the sound of the surf, but it gets better. And in another track the water reminded me of gurgling bath water, but other than these minor flaws, it's great, and i'm very satisfied.

Relaxing.......2007-01-18

I loved listening to this cd before bed. It was relaxing. The sound is realistic and there is no music distracting me from the natural sounds.

Echoes of Nature: Morning Songbirds.......2006-11-03

Tinnitus sufferers---this is your CD. All Echoes of Nature CDs let you listen to the "sounds of nature" without disturbing high and lows of music. I have screeching tinnitus in both ears and take solace in these tapes. Try them!

birds in paradise.......2005-09-18

I was staying in a highly rated hotel in Nice,France recently. The lobby was filled with the sounds of birds. For quite a while I searched everywhere but could not find any. Then it dawned on me that the songs were coming from the speakers overhead. I could not wait to find this CD. I'm going to put it on while I get a massage!

Echoes of Nature: Morning Songbirds.......2005-09-06

This has become my "sleep" CD. It's wonderfully relaxing. There are many different kinds of birds and their songs along with nature sounds. I simply love it and plan on purchasing many more in this series. Money well spent.

Average customer rating: original band,with original sound Great Music! great band but something weird about them... Surprised the heck out of me... What are they thinking?

The Melody And The Energetic Nature of Volume Evans Blue Manufacturer: Hollywood Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Hard Rock | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: HURT Vol.1 The Autumn Effect Phobia One X Flyleaf ASIN: B000CQQHGS Release Date: 2006-02-21

Tracks:

1. A Cross And A Girl Named Blessed
2. Stop And Say You Love Me
3. Cold (But I'm Still Here)
4. Eclipsed
5. Beg
6. Over
7. Possessions
8. Dark That Follows
9. The Promise And The Threat
10. Quote
11. The Tease

Customer Reviews:

original band,with original sound.......2007-07-31

I picked up this cd because some reviews compare this band to Tool. So I was surprised at first, but then i realized that this band is not like tool they are totally different style of music.
Evans blue is more like Chevelle and Cold.
Buy this cd if you are into alternative metal.
85/100
best song cold,possesion,the tease

Great Music!.......2007-07-13

Wow, I am so glad to have found this band. The blend of music on this album is just amazing. The vocals and music is great. Ballads and rock, all of it works. I can't believe they are not better known because they are so great. You have to hear them and you will love the music.

great band but something weird about them..........2007-06-16

after hearing the single "Cold" on the radio i had to go out and buy the album, and was not disappointed one bit. they are unique and different, but there is something about them that i find kind of strange: they sound EXACTLY like an album i bought from a different artist back in 2001. Onesidezero's album "is this room getting smaller". both bands' music is almost identical and the vocals ARE EXACTLY ALIKE. i don't know if they both have the same vocalist or not, but i'm looking into it. anyway, if you like "the melody and the energetic nature of volume", do yourself a big favor and go buy onesidezero's old cd. you won't be disappointed, and you will see what i'm talking about with the vocals...

Is This Room Getting Smaller

Surprised the heck out of me..........2007-04-11

I don't know exactly how to classify this band. Nu-metal? I don't think that term really applies so much to the heavy music scene anymore.
I would say that they would be alternative metal, not emo or nu.
First off, the vocals are just amazing. Not only the leads, but the backing vocs and harmonies are excellent. Haven't heard better since maybe Alice In Chains.
Every song on here is worthy of being a single, and I think if they got the proper backing, they could be huge. There are hooks galore. I think I almost OD'd on catchy tunes. There are a few tender moments on this disc, but it rocks pretty hard while keeping true to the melody in it's title.

If you enjoy bands like Taproot, 10 Years, godhead, etc., you'll love Evans Blue. No, they are not hardcore or anything, but I'm not ashamed that I like a broad range of rock and metal. I listen to Lamb of God and In Flames, too. I can appreciate great music when I hear it, and these guys are great.

What are they thinking?.......2007-03-22

I'm not sure what the naysayers of this album are thinking. Maybe they just weren't listening when the cd was playing or maybe they just need to find a different type of music to listen to because this is one of the best cds in recent years. It goes with Story of the Years "Page Avenue" and Breaking Benjamins "Saturate" as being great cds from the first track to the last. I could listen to this cd nonstop and never get sick of it. It in no way was unoriginal and each and every song will take control of you. Out of all my 30 gb's of music this is the only full cd I regularly listen to. Buy it. You won't be dissapointed.

Average customer rating: Relaxing Ocean sounds Ocean Surf, nature sounds audio cd Annoying rocks PURE OCEAN; use this with Deep Breathing! Therapy for the Soul lovely

Ocean Surf Dan Gibson Manufacturer: Solitudes ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Environmental | New Age | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music Nature | New Age | Styles | Music General | New Age | Indie Music | Stores | Music Environmental | New Age | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Solitudes: Thunderstorm in the Wilderness Echoes of Nature: Ocean Waves Natural Sleep Inducement Sounds of the Earth: Ocean Waves Thundering Rainstorm ASIN: B000001CZF Release Date: 1995-08-22

Tracks:

1. Ocean Surf

Product Description

Enjoy the soothing and powerful sounds of the ocean. Play at a low volume to relax or at a high volume for an invigorating effect

Customer Reviews:

Relaxing Ocean sounds.......2007-05-18

Great Cd for relaxation. Soft, repetitive surf sounds and wave action, no blaring foghorns.

Ocean Surf, nature sounds audio cd.......2007-05-13

Dan Gibson consistently mastered, if not invented the art of nature recordings. This is not a music CD. Mr. Gibson used a very sensitive directional microphone and sat still like a guru while nature spoke. Not so easy--think about how frequently planes fly over our heads. Yet, this is not another noisy, monotonous hissing ocean recording either. Throughout, it is consistently relaxing as well as rich with almost visual detail. It is not distracting for massage, meditation, relaxation, sleeping, etc. unless it is played too loudly. However, turn up the volume while hanging out at home and it can transform your landlocked condo into a beachfront bungalow.

Annoying rocks.......2007-01-17

The sound of the surf is what I was looking for but the added trickle of the water movement amound the tide pools is not restful in fact they are down right annoying.

PURE OCEAN; use this with Deep Breathing! Therapy for the Soul.......2006-12-11

This Dan Gibson CD is one I use to teach deep, diaphragmatic breathing...the tempo is good if you use one breath in, with one wave, and one breath out, with the second wave. This is very helpful for relaxation and for breathing practice for Anxiety disorders. There are no annoying "extra noises" like seagulls, foghorns, boat motors, or otherwise extraneous distractions. What you get is Pure Ocean Waves...something quite difficult to find in the "ocean" of SFX and "relaxation CD's" out there. Slightly over an hour long, you can use this for one great calming break. No music in this one either, JUST the waves resounding a crash, trickle, smooth movement. If you can't relax with this one, we should talk!!

lovely.......2006-11-12

lovely recording-- didn't help my baby sleep as i had hoped, but nothing does.

Average customer rating: Disappointing Heartfelt, passionate versions Great Recording Great set of music! Kertesz or Kubelik in the Dvorak symphonies?

Dvorák: The Symphonies Manufacturer: Decca ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Dvorák, Antonín | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Romantic | Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Overtures | Theatrical, Incidental & Program Music | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Scherzo | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Bargain Box Sets | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music The Decca Records Store | Specialty Stores | Music Blowout Box Sets | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 20% Off | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music All Classical Music Blowout | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Dvorák, Antonín | ( D ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Instrumental | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Similar Items: Mendelssohn: 5 Symphonies; 7 Overtures Schubert: 8 Symphonies Schubert: The Piano Sonatas Johannes Brahms: The Symphonies Bruckner: The Complete Symphonies ASIN: B0000041WV Release Date: 1992-02-11

Tracks:

1. Symphony No. 1 In C Minor 'Zlonicke zvony': I: Allegro
2. Symphony No. 1 In C Minor 'Zlonicke zvony': II: Adagio molto
3. Symphony No. 1 In C Minor 'Zlonicke zvony': III: Allegretto
4. Symphony No. 1 In C Minor 'Zlonicke zvony': IV: Finale - Allegro animato
5. Symphony No. 2 In B Flat Major, Op. 4: Allegro con molto

Tracks:

1. Symphony No. 2: II: Poco adagio
2. Symphony No. 2: III: Scherzo: Allegro con brio
3. Symphony No. 2: IV: Finale: Allegro con fuoco
4. Symphony No. 3 In E Flat Major, Op. 10: I: Allegro moderato
5. Symphony No. 3 In E Flat Major, Op. 10: II: Adagio molto
6. Symphony No. 3 In E Flat Major, Op. 10: III: Finale: Allegro vivace

Tracks:

1. Symphony No. 4 In D minor, Op. 13: I. Allegro
2. Symphony No. 4 In D minor, Op. 13: II. Andante sostenuto e molto cantabile
3. Symphony No. 4 In D minor, Op. 13: III. Allegro feroce
4. Symphony No. 4 In D minor, Op. 13: IV. Allegro con brio
5. Symphony No. 5 In F Major, Op. 76 (Beginning): I. Allegro ma non troppo
6. Symphony No. 5 In F Major, Op. 76 (Beginning): II. Andante con moto
7. Symphony No. 5 In F Major, Op. 76 (Beginning): III. Scherzo: Allegro scherzando

Tracks:

1. Symphony No. 5 (Conclusion): IV. Finale: Allegro molto
2. Symphony No. 6 In D Major, Op. 60: I. Allegro non tanto
3. Symphony No. 6 In D Major, Op. 60: II. Adagio
4. Symphony No. 6 In D Major, Op. 60: III. Scherzo (Furiant): Presto
5. Symphony No. 6 In D Major, Op. 60: IV. Finale: Allegro con spirito
6. 'V prirode', Op. 91: In Nature's Realm

Tracks:

1. Symphony No. 7 In D Minor, Op. 70: I. Allegro maestoso
2. Symphony No. 7 In D Minor, Op. 70: II. Poco adagio
3. Symphony No. 7 In D Minor, Op. 70: III. Scherzo: Vivace - poco meno mosso
4. Symphony No. 7 In D Minor, Op. 70: IV. Allegro
5. Symphony No. 8 In G Major, Op. 88: I. Allegro con brio
6. Symphony No. 8 In G Major, Op. 88: II. Adagio
7. Symphony No. 8 In G Major, Op. 88: III. Allegretto grazioso
8. Symphony No. 8 In G Major, Op. 88: IV. Allegro ma non troppo

Tracks:

1. Symphony No. 9 In E Minor, Op. 95 'Z Noveho sveta': I. Adagio - Allegro molto
2. Symphony No. 9 In E Minor, Op. 95 'Z Noveho sveta': II. Largo
3. Symphony No. 9 In E Minor, Op. 95 'Z Noveho sveta': III. Molto vivace
4. Symphony No. 9 In E Minor, Op. 95 'Z Noveho sveta': IV. Allegro con fuoco
5. 'Karneval' Overture, Op. 92
6. Scherzo capriccioso, Op. 66
7. 'Domov muj' Overture, Op. 62

Amazon.com essential recording

For decades, there were only three complete collections of Dvorák's symphonies: this one; Rowicki's with the same orchestra; and Kubelik's with the Berlin Philharmonic. Kertész offers the most rustic, gutsy interpretations of all. Famous for his dislike of rehearsals, he allows the London Symphony to make a much rougher sound than his colleagues tolerate, and though not the last word in polish, the results have a spontaneous charm that's pretty hard to resist. More to the point, Dvorák's early symphonies (Nos. 1 to 5) remain sadly neglected, and each one of them is full of gorgeous tunes cloaked in mellifluous orchestration. At budget price, this set now costs less than it did on LP in the 1960s. How can you do better than that? --David Hurwitz

Customer Reviews:

Disappointing.......2007-07-28

Dvorak's symphonies are known for their depth of orchestration. These renditions lack any brilliance or exuberance. They are stodgy and dull. I expected better of the London Sympnony Orchestra.

Heartfelt, passionate versions.......2007-06-23

The late Istvan Kertesz continues to amaze, with this spectacular reissue of his 1960s Dvorak symphonies cycle. These versions each compare well with or exceed the legendary recordings by Ancerl, Szell, Talich, et al. Sound quality is excellent, and the mix on the orchestra is almost always just right, balancing strings, brass, and percussion. Compared to some Czech recordings, the woodwinds volumes are a bit weak, which is unfortunate because woodwinds are one of Dvorak's specialties. If you have no other set of Dvorak symphonies, or have 10 copies of "From the New World" and no copies of Symphonies 1, 2 or 3, then this is a must-have set. From the opening bars of Symphony No. 1, you'll agree you're in the presence of greatness.

Great Recording.......2007-06-03

Friends and CD-guides told me this was the best. And they were right.

Great set of music!.......2007-05-24

Along with Piotr Tchaikovsky, Antonin Dvorak was probably the most prolific composer of the Romance period. He composed for just about every genre of classical music except ballet, and is known for a wide variety of works. Some of his most famous are his symphonies. He wrote 9, out of respect for Beethoven, and like the German master, the last one is the most widely recognized. But like Beethoven, all 9 symphonies are incredible pieces of music in their own right. This set has all 9 symphonies, along with several other popular orchestral works. The sound quality is good, the orchestration is great, and the choice of music is great. All the pieces are dramatic, with melodies that range from powerful to awe-inspiring to melancholy. Every piece of music in this set is purely in the Romantic style; full of emotion, and many are inspired by folk tunes from Eastern Europe. All in all, a great set, and for a great price.

Kertesz or Kubelik in the Dvorak symphonies?.......2006-05-03

Although decades old, the two analog sets of Dvorak symphonies from Kertesz and Kubelik remain the front-runnters. From the mid-Sixties onward Decca has been so satisfied with the groundbreaking Kertesz cycle, the first to bring Sym. 1-6 to the general listening public outisde Czechoslovakia, that the company has rarely re-recorded any but the last three, most famous symphonies. DG, on the other hand, didn't release Kubelik's Sym. 1-6 until the digital era (1988, I believe), keeping them in the vualts and out of competiiton with Kertesz.

Now both sets are offered at basically the same price on 6 mid-line discs, with deep discounts on the used market. The difference between the two is quite marked musically, however. Kertesz comunicates the thrill of discovery in the early symphhonies. Amazingly, he had never conducted them before, and their vibrancy and inner life lift my spirits every time I hear them. The LSO didn't know these pieces, either, but play with rousing commitment and vivacity.

By comparison, Kubelik sounds rather correct and staid. He often chooses marginally slower tempos, and his enthusiasm for letting the dance rhytyms become exciting is limited. The Berlin Phil. seems not to catch on to the Slavonic folk idiom, which gets played far too straight (Dvorak had the same problem with Greman orchestras in his lifetime and was only accepted in Vienna and Berlin at first as a kind of naive, folk-flavored Brahms). As to sonics, the Decca set holds up well, being a bit bright at times but otherwise detailed and forward. DG, unforunately, gave Kubelik's later symphonies (#7-9) harsh, glaring sound that makes his readings sound brash; there's an unpleasant sting to the sound at higher volumes. This problem seems less in the earlier symphonies (the cycle was recorded over a longer period than Kertesz's and thus has more variable sound). I do not know if the current re-issue also includes remastering.

It's regrettable that in the interest of economics Decca has cut out several of Kertesz's most interesting fillers, such as the Hussite Over., though they can be found on other CDs from him. We get the Carnival Over. on both sets, after which Kertesz gives us the "My Homeland" and "In Nature's Realm" Over., while Kubelik offers the Scerzo capriccioso and The Wild Dove tone poem, both performed by his Bavarian State Orchestra rather than the Berliners.

As msut be obvious by now, I don't feel the two sets are competitive artistically. Kubelik was a major conductor and dedicated to Dvorak, but his best work isn't here. Kertesz, though not native born to the composer as Kubelik was, found a special affinity for Dvorak, and his cycle is one of the small miracles of Sixties recording. Perhaps not so minor considering that no one has bettered him in the early symphonies for forty years.

Average customer rating: Wow. Love this CD Could it get any better? Moulin rouge tried to fill up the GAP ahahahahaha

Moulin Rouge 2 Manufacturer: Interscope Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Movie Scores | Soundtracks | Styles | Music Movie Soundtracks | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Musicals | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music Pop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Soundtracks | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Classical | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 25% Off | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Moulin Rouge Moulin Rouge! (Two-Disc Collector's Edition) Chicago William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet: Music From The Motion Picture, Volume 2 (1996 Version) William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet: Music From The Motion Picture (1996 Version) [Enhanced CD] ASIN: B00005YW4Z Release Date: 2002-02-26

Tracks:

1. Your Song
2. Sparkling Diamonds [Original Film Version]
3. One Day I'll Fly Away
4. The Pitch (Spectacular Spectacular) [Original Film Version]
5. Come What May [Original Film Version]
6. Like a Virgin [Original Film Version]
7. Meet Me in the Red Room [Original Film Version]
8. Your Song
9. The Show Must Go On [Original Film Version]
10. Ascension/Nature Boy (From the Death and...)
11. Bolero (Closing Credits) [Original Film Version]

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There are but two kinds of people in the world: Those captivated by Baz Luhrmann's heady, postmodernist musical romp Moulin Rouge--and everybody else. Oddly, the film's initial soundtrack release may have been the project's most traditional element, marketing a slate of pop-star contributions that gave listeners a sometimes-skewed perspective on its true musical charms. This follow-up corrects much of that oversight, offering original film versions of "Sparkling Diamonds" (the lavish, Nicole Kidman-performed medley of "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend" and "Material Girl"), Jim Broadbent's and Richard Roxburgh's loopy take on "Like a Virgin," as well as the lively Offenbach "Can Can" parody "The Pitch (Spectacular Spectacular)." It also pays homage to the efforts of composer Craig Armstrong, whose quietly compelling underscore often binds the film's other far-flung musical influences together, be they stately orchestral readings of Elton John's "Your Song," a dramatic arrangement for Kidman and Ewan MacGregor's original film duet of "Come What May," or his dark, melodramatic take on Queen's "The Show Must Go On." The first Moulin Rouge soundtrack collection flaunted the film's bold, cross-genre ambitions; this one chronicles its nakedly emotional heart and soul. --Jerry McCulley

Album Details

Volume Two Includes the Memorable Renditions of 'like a Virgin' and 'your Song' and 'the Pitch (Spectacular Spectacular).' It also features a Mix of the Nicole Kidman Song 'one Day I'll Fly Away.'

Customer Reviews:

Wow........2007-01-15

I must say...I was very glad when they released Part Two of the Moulin Rouge soundtrack. Don't get me wrong...the first part was great and all, but it was nothing spectacular. I was specifically looking for certain songs from the movie, and I was completely disappointed when they were on there. The release of a second soundtrack was, in my opinion, an absolute necessecity.

The highlights of the album are:

-Your Song (Instrumental)
-Sparkling Diamonds (original film version)
-Come What May (original film version)
-The Show Must Go On (original film version)

In my opinion, "The Show Must Go On" is the best song on this album...it was just so perfect for the ending of the movie, and I fell in love with the song. I was so disappointed that it wasn't on the first soundtrack. This song is part of what makes the second soundtrack so amazing...the song is fierce!!

If you love the movie and are a fan of the first soundtrack, then definitely, get this one. Many of the songs are versions taken straight from the movie - I recommend this with 4.5 stars...you will NOT be disappointed!

Love this CD.......2006-07-04

I love everything about this movie. The music is amazing and the instrumental songs on this CD are perfect. The first CD seemed to be more for a bunch of teenyboppers that wanted to hear the worst song on the whole CD (Lady Marmalade). If only they could combine the good songs from the first CD into this one.

I gave this 5 stars even though it's about a 4.5 because they split the soundtrack over two seperate cds.

Could it get any better?.......2006-03-02

So i thought that the first instalment in these soundtracks was great (and it was) but the purchase of this sequel is a must if you want the full effect. With the original film versions of these songs, sung by the stars of the movie, you get the real feel that was the magnifisence of Moulin Rouge! Ewan McGregor is still by far the star, with his talent spilling over the dramatic lovesong 'Come What May' and 'Your Song', but Nicole's brilliant performance as Satine definatly takes front and center in 'One Day I'll Fly Away' and the film version of 'Sparkling Diamonds'...I have noticed that many complain about how the first soundtrack did not include the film version of this song...well you need this CD then...you will not be dissapointed. Other highlights include 'Like a Virgin' which is downright histarical, and the dark cover of 'the show must go on' which highlights the tragidy behind this tightly woven tale. THis is one must have soundtrack for your ever growing collection. A perfect companion to soundtrack number 1!

Moulin rouge tried to fill up the GAP.......2006-02-12

This contains many great tracks missing from the original soundtrack, including Like A Virgin, Spectacular Spectacular and The Show Must Go On. I thought the inclusion of two instrumental versions of Your Song might be a bit redundant, but upon listening to them I really enjoyed them and they are quite different from one another. OK, it's not the best soundtrack that could have been put out. But it's pretty darn close. One thing that many DEDICATED fans of the movie (including myself) said is that the original movie soundtrack lacked the actual original movie score. There are 10+ songs in "Moulin Rouge" and many didn't make the final cut.

Baz did the smart thing, taking the audiences favorite music, a few gems from the first soundtrack such as "Come What May" and "Sparkling Diamonds" as well as a few new songs, like "Like a Virgin", "The Show Must Go On" and "The Pitch (Spectacular Spectacular)" and releasing the Original Film versions, allowing for the amazing vocal performances of the actors, including the fabulous Jim Broadbent, to be shine through. Also, released is background music "Meet Me in the Red Room", played during Christian's arrival in the elephant, marking the only non-actor/orchestral piece within the context of the CD.

One thing that this soundtrack included that I didn't expect was several orchestral pieces that were mostly used as background music throughout the film. "Your Song - Instrumental" (#1) has personally become a favorite and is constantly being repeated in the CD player. Also included is the ending credits music "Bolero" and the final piece ... known as "Ascension/Nature Boy". Also included is a remix of "One Day I'll Fly Away", and like all MR remixes, is a little tough to listen to at first but after repeat listening, it becomes music to your ears.

To all you MR diehards out there: this is a must. Not like I could stop you anyways. To others who haven't been introduced to the spectacular (spectacular) world of Moulin Rouge, this is a great introductory piece, especially side-by-side with the first soundtrack.

ahahahahaha.......2006-02-01

Everything the other customers are saying is true: more music from the film, thankyouverymuch, not irritating pop conceits like the first. However, I would not have reviewed this album unless I found it absolutely necesary to point out that, in the climactic moments of track 5 "Come What May," Ewan MacGregor's voice is for some reason missing and replaced by a bizarre, operatic man's voice. It truly had me crying with laughter the first few times I heard it, and I wanted to share this wondrous discovery with the world.

Average customer rating: Echos of Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In relaxing and entertaining great value Echoes of Nature Above any expectations!

Echoes of Nature: The Natural Sounds of the Wilderness Various Artists Manufacturer: Delta ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Environmental | New Age | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music Nature | New Age | Styles | Music General | New Age | Box Sets | Stores | Music Environmental | New Age | Box Sets | Stores | Music Similar Items: ECHOES OF NATURE: The Natural Sounds Of The Wilderness, Part 1 (5 CDs) Echoes of Nature: Morning Songbirds Solitudes: Thunderstorm in the Wilderness Echoes of Nature: Rainforest Thundering Rainstorm ASIN: B000001VWD Release Date: 1993-04-13

Tracks:

1. Deep Woods - Echoes Of Nature-American Wilds
2. Songbirds - Echoes Of Nature-American Wilds
3. Wilderness Rainshower - Echoes Of Nature-American Wilds
4. Frog Chorus - Echoes Of Nature-American Wilds
5. Crickets & Wolves - Echoes Of Nature-American Wilds
6. Cicadas - Echoes Of Nature-American Wilds
7. Midnight Seranade - Echoes Of Nature-American Wilds

Tracks:

1. Pleasant Beach - Echoes Of Nature-Ocean Waves
2. Low Tide - Echoes Of Nature-Ocean Waves
3. Big Surf - Echoes Of Nature-Ocean Waves
4. Pebble Beach - Echoes Of Nature-Ocean Waves

Tracks:

1. Pacific Surf & Songbirds - Echoes Of Nature-Morning Songbirds
2. Predawn - Echoes Of Nature-Morning Songbirds
3. Rain With Pygmy Owl - Echoes Of Nature-Morning Songbirds
4. Marsh - Echoes Of Nature-Morning Songbirds
5. Sparkling Water - Echoes Of Nature-Morning Songbirds
6. Brookside Birds - Echoes Of Nature-Morning Songbirds
7. Bobwhite, Doves & Cardinals - Echoes Of Nature-Morning Songbirds

Tracks:

1. Showers - Echoes Of Nature-Thunderstorm
2. Thunder & Rain - Echoes Of Nature-Thunderstorm
3. Jamboree - Echoes Of Nature-Thunderstorm

Tracks:

1. Duet - Echoes Of Nature-Frog Chorus
2. Water Frogs - Echoes Of Nature-Frog Chorus
3. Frog Chorus - Echoes Of Nature-Frog Chorus

Customer Reviews:

Echos of Nature: Bringing the Outdoors In.......2007-03-13

Echos of Nature is a very nicely recorded collection of nature sounds with no musical accompaniment and minimal white noise or wind picking up on the mic, as I've noted on other collections. The Songbirds CD, however, was defective or warped and would not play the first track on some CD players. On other players the track skipped and generated hissing and scraping sounds as the disc spun. Fortunately, you can order these CDs separately, which is what I did (and it is now one of my favorites in the collection).

There are a few nature sounds these collections tend to overlook, in my opinion. I'd like a CD with the sound of wind whistling around the eaves or through the trees (with and without a track that includes wind chimes of various kinds). A whale call CD would have been nice also. So, too, would have been the sound of wood burning in a fireplace. Last but not least, a night track with owls and wolves in the far, far distance would have rounded things out nicely. (In fairness, however, these are sounds just about every nature collection fails to include.)

Comparing this set to the 10-CD set I bought elsewhere, the quality of the audio is very good. Nearly everyone will find something to enjoy about this collection. And if you want even more, the same company offers a Rainforest CD collection (though I understand some of the tracks are identical to the shorter tracks offered in this series).

A few years ago, I would not have imagined myself buying anything of this sort. But having done so, I would recommend this to anyone who would like an alternative to music while studying, relaxing, meditating or falling asleep. If you'd like a way to de-stress or a vacation and just can't get there, Echos of Nature will provide a pleasant mini retreat for a very reasonable price.

relaxing and entertaining.......2007-03-10

These 5 CD's can be used to help you relax, or can be used to encourage creativity, or just to give you the feeling that your some place else. The waves could have been more intense, needs more "boom" when the waves crash, but otherwise the CD's are very realistic. And the price is excellent! I would recommend these.

great value.......2007-01-13

I like these 5 CDs very much. The sounds of nature are very relaxing. You get 5 CDs for the price of one. And this is great too.
"Morning birds" is a little dissapointing for me. Compare to others CDs this is not a hole piece but many separated tracks. But overall I would recomend it very highly.

Echoes of Nature.......2005-07-05

I liked the tapes especially the bird sounds that were actual sounds. However, one of the series has canned music. I would prefer all natural sounds.

Above any expectations!.......2004-05-08

... I am in cacoon of sound ... no railroad, no highway is heard... - that was the purpose to buy.
The sound is very natural - not naturalistic like in best computer games - but very real. Transitions from track to track are very mild and smooth - noticable, but no gaps or silence pauses. Very impressive.

Average customer rating: just rain Echoes of Nature: Rainforest CD Good CD Good Sound Quality The Perfect Relaxation CD!!!!

Echoes of Nature: Rainforest Various Artists Manufacturer: Delta ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Environmental | New Age | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music Nature | New Age | Styles | Music CDs Under $7 | Environmental | New Age | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Environmental | New Age | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music 4-for-3 Pop | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Echoes of Nature: Jungle Talk Echoes of Nature: Morning Songbirds Echoes of Nature: Ocean Waves Echoes of Nature: Thunderstorm Echoes of Nature: Wilderness River ASIN: B000001V4Q Release Date: 1993-09-21

Tracks:

1. Tropical Rain
2. Jungle River Birdsong
3. Birdsong

Customer Reviews:

just rain.......2007-03-28

It is a rainforest. Don't buy if you are expecting anything more than rain. Threw it away.

Echoes of Nature: Rainforest CD.......2007-02-24

The only reason I rated this two stars was because my bird could care less about this CD. I originally was online with some bird websites. I have a cockatiel and she is so whiney (squawking - screaming) when you leave the room. One of the reviewers said this CD did the trick for his bird. Well I think I have a special needs bird :) The CD itself is soothing for me. However, it doesn't do anything to quiet my needy cockatiel.

Good CD.......2006-05-29

This is a good CD, but not the best one. I have got various rainforest CDs in the past. Some were terible and some were great. Most of the Echos of Nature CDs are pretty good. The only problem is that if you here 10 sceconds of each track, you pretty much heard the whole CD.

Good Sound Quality.......2005-11-08

You'd think that recording quality would not be an issue with these "background" CDs, but some are terrible. In contrast, this one was well-engineered.

The Perfect Relaxation CD!!!!.......2005-09-10

I bought several Rainforest CD's in an effort to get relaxing rain sounds. This is my favorite one because there are no SCREAMING birds/animals!!! This CD has three tracks...Tropical Rain, which is perfect to fall asleep to...sounds like rain hitting leaves, Jungle River...sounds more like a small water fountain...but still relaxing, and Birdsong...which is still relaxing because there are no screaming birds...which I found to be a very common theme in my other rainforest cds. There is no music with these tracks!!! Which I love because why would you want chessy music when you're trying to relax with the sounds of nature???!!!??? It's great to fall asleep to or just to relax to...Hope you enjoy it. :-)

Meditation Music:

1. New Age in Relaxation
2. One by One
3. Open Sky
4. Pieces in a Modern Style [Enhanced] [Import]
5. Redbook Relaxers: Twilight
6. Relaxing with Nature: Ocean Surf & Sailing
7. Rockoon (Special Editon CD Single) [CD-single]
8. San Juan Suite
9. San Juan Suite II
10. Satori

Meditation Music

meditation music

Meditation Music

Ginmill Perfume

Happily Ever After

Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 4 "Italian"/Bizet: Symphony In C

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Nommo [Import]

Let's Hear It For The Boy Vol. 4

Ich Will Leben [Import]

Just Another Case [CD-single]

Live at the Five Spot [Live]

Intavolatura

Live Various Years [Live] [Import]

Kawaihae [Import]

I Got That [CD-single]

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