Nostalgic
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1. Blue Moon
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2. November Opera
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3. Truth
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4. Born Again
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5. Nostalgic
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6. Deep Wonders
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7. Sea Real
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8. Oriental Evening
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9. Little Girl
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10. Ricochet
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11. Desert Ride
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12. Echoes of Spring
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13. Stormy Walk
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14. Golden Fields
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15. Fireworks
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Editorial Reviews
About the Artist
AKLIPS (pronounced "eclipse") is a unique digital act born with the 21st century. The music of AKLIPS takes upbeat or slow melodies to the fringe, expressing an Electronica and New Age catechism in sharp hooks with powerful instrumental phrases. Unique dreamy and atmospheric ambiences provide sophisticated and enigmatic soundscapes to all songs. AKLIPS creates deep emotions and put them to music like no others have done before.
Product Description
Nostalgic is the debut album from AKLIPS. It has 15 easy listening songs on it for your enjoyment. The album is packed with dreamy melodies and atmospheric ambiences.
Nostalgic,Aklips,AKLIPS,Electronica and New Age catechism in sharp hooks with powerful instrumental phrases.
Nostalgic
Average customer rating:
- Great addition to our collection!
- Definitely his early work
- Aweosme!!
- Youthful Exuberance
- He's come a long way baby.....
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Pointless Nostalgic
Jamie Cullum
Manufacturer: Candid Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
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- Twentysomething
- Catching Tales
- Jamie Cullum - Live At Blenheim
- These Are the Days
- Catching Tales
ASIN: B00006J3WL
Release Date: 2003-07-15 |
Tracks:
- You And The Night And The Music
- I Can't Get Started
- Devil May Care
- You're Nobody Till Somebody Loves You
- Pointless Nostalgic
- In The Wee Small Hours Of The Morning
- Well You Needn't
- It Ain't Necessarily So
- High And Dry
- Too Close For Comfort
- A Time For Love
- Lookin' Good
- I Want To Be A Popstar
Customer Reviews:
Great addition to our collection!.......2007-08-03
I saw Jamie Cullum on a PBS special and was amazed by this young "20 something" man whom just captivated the audience with his class and hip style. Jamie takes "jazz, blues" to a new level, writing fresh new material showing that no style of music becomes extinct. Truly enjoyable!
Definitely his early work.......2007-05-14
The CD overall is alright. It doesn't capture his full potential.
Aweosme!!.......2007-01-10
This is the first Jamie Cullum Album, more focused in a Jazz Style, This cd has great Songs like High & Dry, Pointless Nostalgic, I want To Be a Popstar or his own version of Devil May Care.
All are Great Songs, big quality of sound, musicians, instruments and of course, The great voice of this artist, Jamie Cullum that everybody likes.
Youthful Exuberance.......2006-11-05
I actually heard Jamie in person this past summer at the Montreal International Jazz Festival. Until then I must confess I was unfamiliar with his work. Jamie is a real talent, polished performer, with incredible energy and pianistic fluidity. This CD is an excellent entree to his style
He's come a long way baby............2006-08-10
Listening to this early Cullum recording gives you a timeline for the expression of his talents. You can discern his emerging style in several of the songs, but his youth and inexperience are glaring. The promise of more to come is certainly there, and there is no doubt that you are listening to an exceptional person. When you follow with Catching Tales, it is astounding to witness the explosion that has occurred in the intervening 4 years. I don't know where he will go from here, but this recording gives the listener an historical perspective on where Cullum has come from.
Average customer rating:
- Elana kats chernins ragtime and blues
- post modern ragtime meets palm court
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Ragtime & Blue
Manufacturer: Signum UK
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
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ASIN: B0009A414M
Release Date: 2005-07-26 |
Tracks:
- Alexander Rag
- Green Leaf Prelude
- Russian Rag
- Get Well Rag
- Blue Rose
- Eliza's Aria
- Backstate Rag
- Birthday Rag
- Brothers
- Peggy's Minute Rag
- Reflections
- Cocktail Rag
- Butterflying
- Sunday Rag
- Nostalgic Piece
- Bucharian Melody
- Revolving Doors
- Suburban Rag
- Sapphire Rag
- Tranquil Interlude
- Mute Princess
- Slicked Back Tango
- Removalist Rag
- Melancholic Piece
Customer Reviews:
Elana kats chernins ragtime and blues.......2007-03-12
This album is very good its so nice and peacfull and beutifull, put it this way 'iam normally a heavy metal fan but this album is amazing' i can easily fall asleep listening to this, buy and enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
post modern ragtime meets palm court.......2006-04-11
A terrific suite of small pieces suffused with melancholy underneath even the most upbeat melodies. This is a composer with whom I was unfamiliar until seeing a San Francisco Ballet piece choreographed to music from this CD. The program notes to BLUE ROSE which was a World Premiere in the 2006 season say in part:
"On the heels of his decision to create one new work for the 2006 Repertory Season, Artistic Director Helgi Tomasson launched into a second premiere for the Company, Blue Rose. After hearing composer Elena Kats-Chernin's CD Ragtime and Blue, Tomasson couldn't resist. "It's fun-it has a kind of joy to it," he says, and you don't doubt him for a minute-just talking about the music brings a smile to his face." Yu may be able to read more at the SF ballet website www.sfballet.org
Unfortunately the CD seems to be available only via a UK label but it's worth waiting for - I've had it spinning every evening in the two weeks since it arrived.
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Malt Shop Memories
The Everly Brothers , Connie Francis , The Angels , Little Anthony and The Imperials , The Temptations , Neil Sedaka , The Diamonds , The Platters , The Shirelles , and And Many More!
Manufacturer: Time Life
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
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ASIN: B000OUZC9K |
Product Description
Malt Shop Memories: All I Have To Do Is Dream
2-CD Collection!
The Everly Brothers: All I Have To Do Is Dream * Connie Francis: Where The Boys Are * Lloyd Price: Stagger Lee * Martha and the Vandellas: (Love Is Like A) Heat Wave * The Supremes: Come See About Me. 30 songs in all!
Average customer rating:
- An excellent CD of subtle Hawaiian slack key sounds.
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Island Treasures
Kohala
Manufacturer: Palm Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
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ASIN: B00000J10G
Release Date: 1998-09-01 |
Tracks:
- In Your Hawaiian Way
- Hawaii Aloha
- In a Little Hula Heaven
- Ei Nei
- I'll Remember You
- Paoakalani
- Keep Your Eyes on the Hands
- Hawaiian Hula Eyes
- Aloha Kaua'i
- Hawaiian Hospitality
- Ke Kali Nei Au (Hawaiian Wedding Song)
- Soft Green Seas
Album Description
Island Treasures is a collection of nostalgic melodies from the Hawaiian Islands performed by the trio Kohala with gentle jazz arrangements for acoustic and classical guitars. Kohala's fresh musical style reflects the exotic pristine beauty of a tropical paradise. Island Treasures follows the success of Kohala's debut album Kohala, which is an instrumental recording of contemporary Island melodies.
Customer Reviews:
An excellent CD of subtle Hawaiian slack key sounds........1999-09-13
Island Treasures and Kohala by Kohala are both excellent listening music. No vocals. Great background music with a hint of jazz while communicating the pleasant sounds of Hawaii.
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Guitar Classics
Manufacturer: Golden Classics
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Binding: Audio CD
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- Brouwer: Guitar Music: Danza Caracteristica/Elogio De La Danza/El Decameron Negro/Tres Danzas Concertantes/Rito De Los Orishas
ASIN: B00013D5EO
Release Date: 2004-02-10 |
Tracks:
- Bach Recital: Partita No. 3 in E Major, BWV 1006 "Gavotte on Rondeau" - AndrSegovia
- Bach Recital: Partita No. 2 in D Major, BWV 1004 "Chaconne" - AndrSegovia
- Bach Recital: Suite No. 6 in D Major, BWV 1012 "Gavottes I & II" - AndrSegovia
- Bach Recital: Lute Suite in E Minor, BWV 996 "Sarabande" - AndrSegovia
- Bach Recital: Lute Suite in E Minor, BWV 996 "Bourree" - AndrSegovia
- Bach Recital: Prelude in C Minor, BWV 999 - AndrSegovia
- Bach Recital: Suite No. 6 in C Major, BWV 1009 "Courante" - AndrSegovia
- Bach Suite No. 1 in G Major: Prelude - John Williams
- Bach Suite No. 1 in G Major: Allemande - John Williams
- Bach Suite No. 1 in G Major: Courante - John Williams
- Bach Suite No. 1 in G Major: Sarabande - John Williams
- Bach Suite No. 1 in G Major: Minuetto I & II - John Williams
- Bach Suite No. 1 in G Major: Gigue - John Williams
- Bach Suite No. 3 in C Major: Prelude - John Williams
- Bach Suite No. 3 in C Major: Allemande - John Williams
- Bach Suite No. 3 in C Major: Courante - John Williams
- Bach Suite No. 3 in C Major: Sarabande - John Williams
- Bach Suite No. 3 in C Major: Bouree I & II - John Williams
- Bach Suite No. 3 in C Major: Gigue - John Williams
Tracks:
- Lovely Memories - Alvaro Pierri, Rias Orchestra
- Slow Flow - Alvaro Pierri, Rias Orchestra
- Romantic Affairs: Symphony No. 4, 2nd Movement - Alvaro Pierri, Rias Orchestra
- Lachrimae Antiquae Pavan - Alvaro Pierri, Rias Orchestra
- Two Guitars - Alvaro Pierri, Rias Orchestra
- Teen's Ballad - Alvaro Pierri, Rias Orchestra
- Venetian Boat Song, From "Songs Without Words" Op. 30/6 - Alvaro Pierri, Rias Orchestra
- Kalinka - Alvaro Pierri, Rias Orchestra
- Air for Guitar & Strings - Alvaro Pierri, Rias Orchestra
- Valse Pour Madame - Alvaro Pierri, Rias Orchestra
- Take My Word - Alvaro Pierri, Rias Orchestra
- Fantasia E Minore - Alvaro Pierri, Rias Orchestra
- Venezia E Napoli - Alvaro Pierri, Rias Orchestra
- Nostalgic Air - Alvaro Pierri, Rias Orchestra
- Berceuse - Alvaro Pierri, Rias Orchestra
- Nocturne Op. 37/1 - Alvaro Pierri, Rias Orchestra
- On the Road to Romance - Alvaro Pierri, Rias Orchestra
- Melancholy Song - Alvaro Pierri, Rias Orchestra
- Sweet Liberty - Alvaro Pierri, Rias Orchestra
- Pavane - Alvaro Pierri, Rias Orchestra
Customer Reviews:
enjoyable.......2003-12-23
This CD is pretty good. It has some nice classical guitar music. I like disk #1 better than disk #2, but I guess that is just a personal preference.
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- Absolutely Beautiful....
- Persian Folk Music Revived
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Persian Folk Songs
Minoo Javan
Manufacturer: JEI MUSIC
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
General
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- Echoes of Love
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- TIMELESS PERSIAN TREASURES
- Monika Jalili : NoorSaaz
- Iran - Persian Classical Music
ASIN: B00005BABO
Release Date: 1998-07-01 |
Tracks:
- Dai Balalc
- Djooni Djooni
- Doghtar.E.Boyerahmadi
- Pache Laili
- Bijar Kare
- Ary Vay
- Bedioor
- Nessa Nessa
- Shir Begoo Seh Ta
- Shir Alimardan
- Hey Yar Hey Yar
- Aseman
- Zalem Zalem
- Khorous Khan
- Agar Baran
- Simay Djan
- Shirinom Sabzeh
- Ay Sar Kotal
Album Description
Minoo Javan is heard regularly on Farsi speaking radios around the globe. Her voice has found a special place in the hearts of Iranians from the far corners of her native land to the great concert halls of Europe and America.
Her rare ability to portray the love for her country and her devotion to its people, poets an artists who have enriched its culture, sets Minoo Javan apart from her other contemporaries.
Minoo Javan can be heard in two albums, "Echoes Of Love" and "Minoo Javan Sings Persian Folk Songs".
In "Echoes of Love", she sings modern and classical Persian music written for the lyrics of pure and elegant Persian poetry as an homage to its composers and her native land so that it might also be appreciated by the younger generation of Iranians who may never before have heard this music.
In the Persian Folk Songs album, she sings the folk songs from the beautiful shores of Caspian sea; Gilan, Mazandaran, to the songs coming from the green peaks of the Kordestan mountains, from the pleasent music of the planes and mountains of Lorestan to the happy tunes of the sweet people of Shiraz and from the brave tribes of Boyer Ahmadi, to the pleasant sounds of the slopes of the proud Alborz mountains.
Customer Reviews:
Absolutely Beautiful...........2006-11-28
This is the best music I've ever heard. I bought it for myself and now the whole family listens to it! I love it! It's absolutely beautiful. I have now started a hoby of collecting all of her CD's. I am so happy that she is my aunt. It's so cool. See you Auntie Minoo I love your music bye!
Persian Folk Music Revived.......2001-10-05
I was very lucky to come across this Album first in Los Angeles and then on Amazon.
For me the Album brought back memories of Iran, all its diverse cultures and its people, which even though far away, we can never be apart from.
I had heard bits and pieces of Persian Folk music as I grew up on Iran's National Radio on Friday mornings in Tehran. Those are days long gone. For me this album was a link to something, which has not been tangible to me for almost thirty years, My homeland.
The quality of the recording is superb. Both the Artist and the orchestra are exquisite.
Average customer rating:
- A Traveler's Dream
- Compelling, mature and mysterious
- It rises from simple folk to highly expressive music...
- Mystical Moods of Celtic music and more!
- A trip, not an adventure
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A Traveler's Dream: Celtic Explorations
Maggie Sansone
Manufacturer: Maggie's Music
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
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- Mystic Dance: A Celtic Celebration
- Mist and Stone
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- Traditions
ASIN: B00000I12Y
Release Date: 1999-02-09 |
Tracks:
- Humours of Rockstown/ Paddy Lynns's Delight/ Ril Roscomain
- Samhain Set: All Hallow's Eve/ The Seeker
- Bear Dance
- Go to Berwick Johnny
- Farewell to Nigg
- Seas Are Deep Dervish
- Flower Among Us All/ Johnny Armstrong
- Helen O'Grady/ Drops of Brandy
- Banks of the Barrow
- Traveler's Dream
- Lughnasa Set: Green Fields of Woodford/ Summertime/ A Morning in Summe
- Gaelic Reels
Album Description
The ancient hammered dulcimer followed the migrations of early travelers across Asia Minor and onto the European continent -- from the Black Sea to the North Atlantic shores. In Sansone's hands, the visions of the Celts come alive in the modern world. Listen to the journey.Music from Ireland, Scotland, Northumberland, and Sweden.Persian-flavored improvisations and Sufi rhythms.Celebrations of Samhain and Lughnasa - the seasonal festivals of the ancient Celts. Original compositions with multi-layered textures and the spirit of innovation. The compelling rhythmic pulse of mallet-struck instruments -hammered dulcimer, marimba, xylophone and world percussion.
Joining Maggie Sansone are: With maggie are: BOBBY READ - Clarinet, bass clarinet, flute, bamboo flute,alto flute, melodica, soprano saxophone, xaphoon, accordion, kalimba, piano, organ, electric bass, xylophone, piccolo, frame drums,medieval snare drum, bells, temple blocks & shakers;AL PETTEWAY guitar,BONNIE RIDEOUT - Scottish fiddle,ARAN OLWELL - Irish flute;DAVID SHEIM - Celtic harp;SARA NISENSON- Irish fiddle;ANDREA HOAG - Swedish fiddle,T.J.JOHNSON - Mandolin & cittern;DEBBIE HUNTER - Viola da gamba;PADDY LEAGUE - Bodhran, tabla & dombek;ROBERT JOSPÉ - Slit drum, mondo drums & marimba.It's produced by Bobby Read and recorded at Bias Studios, Springfield, VA, USA.
Customer Reviews:
A Traveler's Dream.......2007-05-20
This is the first CD I have from Maggie Sansone. I saw that she has several out. It is very melodic and rather traditional Celtic music; very enjoyable. I would definately purchase another of her CDs.
Compelling, mature and mysterious.......2004-01-02
This recording, subtitled "Celtic Explorations", is a masterpiece of understated intrigue. Ever changing, the moods and styles range from lilting, traditional Celtic and dreamy New Age to shimmering Persian taxims and innovative modern chamber music. Maggie Sansone's original compositions and arrangements are defined by her scintillating playing of the hammered dulcimer and supported by guest instrumentalists who provide gentle, multilayered accompaniments. Featured prominently is Bobby Read, an amazingly versatile musician who seems to play just about every wind, keyboard and percussion instrument under the sun! Also contributing are a host of other artists, many of whom appear as soloists or accompanists on other releases produced by Sansone under the label "Maggie's Music". They are: Al Petteway on guitar; multi-national fiddlers Bonnie Rideout (Scottish), Sara Nisenson (Irish) and Andrea Hoag (Swedish); flutist Aran Olwell; harper David Sheim; Debbie Hunter on viola da gamba; T.J. Johnson on mandolin and cittern; and percussionists Paddy League and Robert Jospe. The dreamy, imaginative wanderings of "A Traveler's Dream" are a treat -- something different and well worth hearing. If you enjoy this sort of music, you may like the innovative Celtic- and Renaissance-inspired work of the "classical" group Ensemble Galilei as well. Try also Maggie Sansone's other solo recordings, and "Celtic Mist: Quiet Moods From Ancient Lands", a sampler album showcasing the gentle elegance of various "Maggie's Music" artists.
It rises from simple folk to highly expressive music..........2001-09-20
The hammered dulcimer is a perfect instrument. It's melodic in a percussive way, perfect for combining with other instruments. With the right musicians, the dulcimer rises from simple folk instrument into a highly expressive, extremely moving one. Maggie Sansone is a worthy musician who has developed a true feel for its capabilities. She wrings every ounce of emotion from it. In her hands, it not only dances, it swings. Her understanding plus her musicianship allows her not just to adapt traditional tunes but also to write pieces suited to it. A Traveler's Dream delves nicely into different cultures while retaining Celtic toots, with Sansone leading the way, assisted by the occasional addition of fiddle, guitar, percussion and more
Mystical Moods of Celtic music and more!.......2000-10-25
Maggie's sixth solo release and it exlores in innovative ways.. music from Ireland, Scoland, Sweden, Cape Breton and the Northumberland region of England. Also are Persian and sufi-influenced compositions by Sansone and sets celebrating the ancient Celtic holiday's of Samhain and Lughnasa. This album is one of the most innovative album featuring hammered dulcimer around with its multi-layer textures and layering of sometimes 3 hammered dulcimer sounds together, plus various tonal qualities are explored with different textures of mallets on the strings and use of other mallet struck instruments and along with complex origianal compositions more like tone poems that takes the listener on a mysterious journey. A visionary meeting of Celtic and world music influences.
A trip, not an adventure.......1999-07-02
Like Maggie Sansone's other recordings, this is tasteful, exquisitely performed, and a pleasure to listen to. The tunes span the Celtic world, and the arrangements enhance the qualities of the acoustic instruments rather than blurring them in an electronic mist. What seems to be missing is guts: the traveler doesn't actually take a journey (and return with blistered feet and a pack full of silk and incense), she just dreams about it! Or, to paraphrase the title of one of her other albums, she dances on the shore rather than diving into the waves. This is possibly my personal taste rather than anything actually "lacking" in the CD. But some tracks (such as the "Dervish" improvisation and the intriguing "Bear Dance") show hints that she's capable of considerably more original and passionate work, and I'd like to hear what would happen if she turned loose the Wild Woman side of her personality!
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- from Solo Piano Publications
- The most beautiful, calming music...
- Peaceful Escape
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Generations
George Skaroulis
Manufacturer: Evzone Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
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- Sanctuary
ASIN: B00004R8PJ
Release Date: 2000-04-11 |
Tracks:
- Hopes and Dreams
- Castelli
- Shenandoah
- Photographia
- White Ribbons
- Nostalgia
- Agape
- Generations
- My New Friend
- Anniversary Song
- Dreams of Children
- Parents
- Alethia
- Se Ymnumen
- Melodia
- Farewell
Customer Reviews:
from Solo Piano Publications.......2003-10-05
"Generations" is the original theme music composed to accompany "The Generations Music and Photography Exhibit," which featured historical family photographs taken in the 1920's by George Skaroulis' grandfather,Theo Patronis. Patronis was born in Greece in 1897 and came to the US in 1913. With his camera, Patronis documented the family history as well as the old and new worlds he called home. The photography exhibit opened in Patmos, Greece in July 2000, and then had its premiere in the US in Atlanta, Georgia in January 2001. Pianist George Skaroulis' music captures an appreciation of life's simplest moments, as do the photographs in the 8-page booklet that accompanies the CD. For the most part, the music is quiet and peaceful. Some of the tracks have additional instrumentation, but the album is gentle and serene, and some of the pieces are breathtaking in their simple elegance and heartfelt emotion.
"Hopes and Dreams" opens the CD with piano and oboe in an almost wistful duet that sets the tone of the album. "Photographia" is a beautiful piece with a simple melody that mirrors the poignance of the photos. As the title implies, "Nostalgia" is a reflective, bittersweet piece, remembering times gone by. The title track begins with a variation on Chopin's Prelude in Cm, and evolves into a wonderfully flowing piece that includes flute and strings along with piano; this is one of my favorites on this album - very soulful and emotional. "Dreams of Children" captures a gentle innocence along with a moving forward. "Se Ymnumen" is another favorite - a very minor piece full of passion. It was inspired by a liturgical piece heard often in Greek Orthodox church services. (It was also on Skaroulis' debut CD, "Homeland.") "Melodia" is a simple, compelling piece that is reflective and very poignant.
A self-taught pianist, George Skaroulis doesn't have a lot of bells and whistles in his music, and none are needed. The messages are clear and straightforward, and Skaroulis is one of the more expressive pianists on the contemporary scene. Another exceptional album by an exceptional artist. Very highly recommended!
The most beautiful, calming music..........2001-11-28
This music is sooooooo beautiful. What a lovely surprise to discover this musician! I received a brochure with some Greek tapes, videos and CDs in the mail and came across the name of George Skaroulis. I had never heard of him, but decided to try amazon.com to listen to some of the selections... ahhhhhhh...
as I listened to each selection, my breathing began to slow down and my body began to relax...and a peaceful feeling began to take root. I am SOOOO grateful for this beautiful music.
Also.. his "Season Traditions" CD is one of THE most beautiful albums... Its music is sooo calming and beautiful that you can truly listen to it ALL YEAR LONG. Put this CD on and curl up with a good book by the fire... ah.. a little bit of heaven.
Peaceful Escape.......2000-08-31
I purchased this CD after I skimmed every track for about 10 seconds each. I play this cd almost everyday. George's rendition of Shenandoah evokes different deep emotions out of me everytime I listen to him. All of the other songs bring such peace and is a great relaxer or backround music while I'm at work. Hopes and Dreams, Castelli, My New Friend, and Dreams of Children are my favorites. I think I might have to buy another copy of this cd before I wear out my current one. And a bonus, George is a great guy.
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Das Nonstop-Programm
1L
Manufacturer: Res Freq
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
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ASIN: B0006NZT48
Release Date: 2005-04-19 |
Tracks:
- Trax
- My Komputre
- Elektrovulse
- Analyze & Duplicate
- I Got the Rock
- I Like Analogue
- Waif
- You Got the Funky
- My Baby Got It More
- My Komputre [Instrumental]
- Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'
Product Description
1 Trax 2 My Komputre 3 Elektrovulse 4 Analyze & Duplicate 5 I Got the Rock 6 I Like Analogue 7 Le Waif 8 You Got the Funky 9 My Baby Got It More 10 My Komputre [instrumental] 11 Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'
Average customer rating:
- Good intro to a few artists
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Accordéon: Nostalgic Poet of Paris
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Asv Living Era
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
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ASIN: B000001HJN
Release Date: 1996-11-19 |
Tracks:
- Sous Les Toits De Paris - Maurice Alexander
- La Mattchiche - Emile Vacher
- T'aimer, C'est La Folie - Emile Vacher
- On M'suit - Emile Vacher
- Les Momes De LA Cloche - Edith Piaff
- Marionettes - Marceau
- Napoli - Marceau
- Le Bonheur N'est Plus Un Reve - Robert Daron
- Tel Qu'Il Est, Il Me Plait - Frehel
- C'est Un Bureaucrate! - Maurice Alexander
- Les Patineurs - Louis Vola
- La Java De Doudoune - Louis Vola
- Radieuse, Radiant - Emile Vacher
- Tant Que La Femme Mentira - Emile Vacher
- Pouet-Pouet - Emile Vacher
- La Java De Cezigue - Edith Piaff
- Souvenir De La Varenne - Marceau
- Athletic - Marceau
- Lina - Marceau
- Souvenir De Clichy - Marceau
- Amusez-Vous! - Jean Cyrano
- Sur Le Plancher Des Vaches - Jean Cyrano
- Musette Folie - Rene Pesenti
- Cascadeuse - Rene Pesenti
- L'Accordeoniste - Renee Lebas
Customer Reviews:
Good intro to a few artists.......2006-06-13
This is one of my favorite musette compilations. It has a couple of very good Emile Vacher songs (Tant que... and Radieuse...).
Plus it has a song many people will recognize: Les Patineurs. Most of the other selections are good, too.
If you're looking for a good introduction to bal-musette music, this is a good bet.
The only downside is that it relies heavily on a few artists, while ignoring others (Gus Viseur, Colombo, etc).
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Pop Music
pop music
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