| 1. Vancouver |
| 2. When We're Together |
| 3. Redoutable |
| 4. Donne-Toi |
| 5. Une Maison AprS La Mienne |
| 6. Etrangec Com Die |
| 7. Sad Limousine |
| 8. Tu Sais Que Je T'aime Bien |
| 9. Full Tilt Frog |
Vancouver,Veronique Sanson,Wea,World Music
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Affairs of the Heart: Music of Marjan Mozetich
Manufacturer: Cbc ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00005Y7MN Release Date: 2000-08-15 |
Tracks:
- Affairs Of The Heart: Con - Juliette Kang
- Postcards From The Sky: I. Unfolding Sky
- Postcards From The Sky: II. Weeping Clouds
- Postcards From The Sky: III. A Messenger
- The Passion Of Angels - Nora Bumanis/Julia Shaw/Marc Destrube/Diane Berthelsdorf/Roger Cole/Christopher Milard
Customer Reviews:
Juliette Kang.......2006-03-23
Mahler meets Glass--and so much more.......2003-05-26
Schmaltz that works.......2003-03-24
This may be the best CD in my 500+ classical collection.......2003-02-28
I'd like to meet Marjan Mozetich.
I bought this CD for "The Passion of Angles" that I heard on PBS a few months ago. But before I could get to my "passion", which was the 5th cut, I started at the begining........to my wonderous ears appeared "Affairs of the Heart" that I have grown to love with as much or possibly even more passion.
Now understand that I am a classical freak. Example, I currently have 21 CD's of just 3 works. I love anything from Beethoven on to Rachmaninov, not much outside this, although I am always looking for the next "classical" contemporary composer.
By "classical" I mean if it doesn't have a melody, count me out. It has to have a melody.
Mozetich is my man. These two pieces are understated works of art. They have beautiful, simply stated melodies....they are not over orchestrated, and the combination of harp and violin in these concertos is just plain breathtaking.
...Unhesitatingly, and without conditions, this is one of the best composed, played and recorded pieces that has come down the pike since Rachmaninov's piano concertos.
It would have been interesting if Marjan would have put a second movement in the middle of these two pieces and called the whole work something like "The Affairs of the Angles". Bravo Mr. Mozetich...I would like to meet you.
Maybe you can get Ken Schermerhorn and the Nashville Symphony to play these works.
GG
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Live With Vancouver Symphony
Jann Arden Manufacturer: Umvd Import ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00006RAKT Release Date: 2002-10-15 |
Tracks:
- Could I Be Your Girl
- Waiting In Canada
- You Dont Know Me
- The Sound Of
- Mend
- I Would Die For You
- Saved
- Sorry For Myself
- Never Mind
- Good Mother
- Make It Christmas Day (Bonus Track)
Album Description
Full title - Live With The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. Jann Arden, one of Canada's foremost singer songwriters releases her first full-length live recordings from her highly successful 2002 across Canada tour. This special recording is the perfect gift for any Jann Arden fan & is available for this holiday season only. Featuring 50 minutes of music mixed with Jann's witty banter & wonderful stories plus a bonus Christmas track, 'Make It Christmas Day'. UNI. 2002.Album Details
Ms. Arden's First Full Length Live Recording features 50 Minutes of Music Mixed with her Witty Banter and Wonderful Stories plus a Bonus Christmas Track "Make it Christmas Day". One Dollar from the Sale of Each CD Will Be Donated to the Band Aid Fund in Canada Established to Benefit Canada's High School Music Education Programs.Customer Reviews:
Great mix of songs and laughs............2005-12-17
comedian. Blessed with such a strong voice that bends with her
moody songs and soars and bleeds, no small feat. Jann Arden
songs have been in and out of my cd players for years, she rarely ever dissapoints, and on this live outing she is spectacular in the way she mixes the laughs through some very
funny strange tales and the way she connects with the crowds
and then the delivery of these classy songs. Jann really needs
to work her magic here in the states, its not surprising to
me she had been working for years with some of those folks
that made Bonnie Raitts recordings so special all during the
90's(Ed Cherney). Sure Jann Arden works that melancholy side
but I really don't know of any performer that is so gifted at
doing it this way, she writes such beautiful, sad songs about
life and relationships but she can rock when she wants, and talk and tell some really funny stories. Shes doing a better
job of mixing her styles on the lastest(2005) release, I look
forward to seeing her live one day.
This is a fine collection, don't miss it.
Great songs & stories.......2003-01-17
Overall, a lot of fun.
If you like Jann Arden, you'll also like Dar Williams.
Rocky start, smooth finish.......2003-01-07
Jann Arden--best performer EVER.......2002-11-17
But enough about her music, Jann Arden creates such great performances because of her humour, and wit and...everything...The way she relentlessly tells stories and makes jokes about her parents, and how she plays off what the crowd does...Jann Arden will make you laugh, no doubt about it and it will not detract from the music at all. If you ever have the chance to see her live...DO IT. It is the least regrettable thing you can do.
I knew from the instant the opening of 'Thing For You' began that a CD from this symphony tour she was on would be created in Heaven. There's no doubt that Jann Arden is one of the best singers in the world. Check this CD out, and you'll find that she's probably the best performer in teh world too.
Spectacular.......2002-11-14
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Barber, Korngold, Walton: Violin Concertos
Manufacturer: Cbc ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000I6AITO Release Date: 2006-10-31 |
Tracks:
- I. Moderato Nobile
- II. Romance: Andante
- III. Finale: Allegro Assai Vivace
- I. Allegro
- II. Andante
- III. Presto In Moto Perpetuo
- I. Andante Tranquillo
- II. Presto Capriccioso Alla Napolitana
- III. Vivace
Customer Reviews:
A Rising Violin Star Plays Three 20th-Century Romantic Violin Concerti Gorgeously.......2006-12-07
Korngold's luscious concerto, written in a style I've always thought of as '1940s Hollywood chromatic' (think of Raksin's 'Laura' or Korngold's own film scores) was premiered by Heifetz in 1947 (recorded by him in a best-selling recording of the period) and incorporates themes from several of Korngold's film scores (e.g., Another Dawn, Juarez, Anthony Adverse and The Prince and the Pauper). Ehnes's tone is perhaps less cholesterol-rich than some but he plays this crowd-pleasing work with conviction and brilliance, using robust or delicate tone where called for. He is particularly effective in the songful middle movement and in the set of variations that make up the finale.
The story is well known of how Barber was commissioned to write his violin concerto for the protégé of a rich industrialist only to have the young violinist refuse to play it because the finale was technically too difficult. The first two movements brim with ultra-lyrical themes that are underscored by plush orchestral accompaniment that place the soloist directly in the spotlight. The finale -- presto in moto perpetuo -- is a knuckle-busting showpiece. All three movements are given sensational performances by Ehnes.
William Walton's Violin Concerto has been given marvelous recordings by Kyung-Wha Chung, Lydia Mordkevitch and, best of all, by Nigel Kennedy, the latter with the spectacularly effective orchestral accompaniment by the Royal Philharmonic conducted in nonpareil fashion by André Previn. Tough competition. But Ehnes, accompanied here as in all three concerti by the superb Vancouver Symphony under Bramwell Tovey, is definitely in the same league as the others. The Walton is not, in its first two movements, as technically demanding as the Korngold or Barber, but it may be the most emotionally complex of the three; it does not do well in the hands of young and emotionally inexperienced violinists. One need have no fear of a deficit in that regard by Ehnes. This is a superb rendition that eschews flash for emotional radiance. The Walton's finale -- presto capriccioso alla napolitana -- is fiercely difficult, however, written as it was for Heifetz who had asked for something demanding; it is a tarantella with a slew of off-accents, awkwardly placed (but breathtaking) double-stops and superhumanly complicated bowing. Ehnes manages all this with aplomb.
This disc is quite frankly a must-have for lovers of these three concerti. I for one will be eager to hear anything Mr Ehnes chooses to record and will certainly be on the look-out for Ehnes performances anywhere near my neck of the woods.
Strong recommendation.
Scott Morrison
Just Heard The Korngold Live.......2006-11-28
Hilary Hahn was originally scheduled to play, but could not due to an illness. Ehnes was asked to fill in on Monday. While I'm a fan of Ms. Hahn, I think she would be hard pressed to play the Korngold any better than James Ehnes. How can you surpass perfection? -smile-
As for the Korngold, I had not heard it in thirty years. In hindsight, I greatly regret this. It is a magnificent work. At the end of the first movement, the word "WOW" kept going through my head. I found the second movement so emotionally moving, I had to bite my lip to keep from falling apart and disturbing the audience. A plus was the sound of James Ehnes's Stradivarius (on loan), which was so beautiful, especially in the upper ranges of the instrument.
This was a truly remarkable performance, by a truly remarkable talent. I think we will be seeing much more from this relatively young Canadian violinist in the future. I heard Perlman, Zukermann, and Yo-Yo Ma early in their careers. It would not surprise me in the least if Ehnes eventually reaches their ranks in terms of popularity. His playing very well may already be there. We will see.
After I receive the CD and have listened to it, I will edit this review. I have also ordered Shaham to compare.
As an aside, I remain delighted by the exceptionally high, world class level of playing by Houston Symphony. At this time, I can't think of a single orchestra that I would prefer to hear over this one. Eschenbach mined the diamonds, and Graf has cut and polished them to perfection.
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Vancouver 1958
Oscar Peterson Trio Manufacturer: Just a Memory ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B0000BWVCY Release Date: 2003-09-09 |
Tracks:
- How High the Moon
- We'll Be Together Again
- Joy Spring
- Daahoud
- I Like to Recognize the Tune
- Golden Striker
- Patricia
- Pogo
- Music Box Suite (aka Daisy's Dream)
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Moment
ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000GW8QZS Release Date: 2006-08-01 |
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In Concert, Vol. 1: Live in Vancouver
Zakir Hussain , Pandit Jasraj , and Harprad Chaurasia Manufacturer: Eternal Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000001Z1Z Release Date: 1997-02-03 |
Tracks:
- Rag Behag
- Rag Behag
- Bhajan In Kafi
- Rag Bhairavi
Customer Reviews:
Partake in this celebration.......2007-04-09
Niranjani Narayani
SriKaliikaka Pardhini
Ma-Mahisasura Mardhini
Karunamyi Katyayani
Niranaji Narayani
An Excellent Performance by triple Maestros.......2004-08-26
This CD has just only one raga (...) in great details in all parts like "alap", "jhor", "jhala", "madha-laya", and "drut". All three maestros have showed their awesome ability to play and create a magical melody before a charming crowd in Vancouver, Canada. Among three of them I liked Pandit Harprad Chaurasia (flute) the most. Through out the performance he dominated over the vocal performance by Pandit Jasraj. Chaurasia has shown a brilliant mix of melody and creativity. Jasraj was really good but some time lacking his ability by trying to imitate flute performance. But it was a heck of a performance by the dual with as expected tabla accompaniment by Ustad Zakir Hussain. His tabla was soft and bold with rich mix of melody and creativity.
A private label called Eternal Music published this CD. Never heard of them before but the quality of audio is very good especially if you listened it in a high-end system without any digital tweaking. The CD contains the original recording without any digital filtering or enhancements.
I will recommend this CD to every music lovers.
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Schumann & Wieniawski
Manufacturer: Cbc ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B00004STQ1 Release Date: 2000-05-16 |
Tracks:
- I. In Kraftigem, Nicht Zu Schnellen Tempo
- II. Langsam (Segue)
- III. Lebhaft, Doch Nicht Schnell
- Legende In G, Op. 17
- I. Allegro Moderato
- II. Romance. Andante Non Troppo
- III. Allegro Con Fuoco - Allegre Moderato (A La Zingara)
Customer Reviews:
Good combination of rarely coupled repertoire.......2006-10-04
This CD is marketed by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation and must have been meant for circulation in North America, given that its notes are printed only in French and English, the two langauges of Canada. Kang is a Canadian as is -- obviously! -- the Vancouver (British Columbia) Symphony Orchestra.
I'd never seen these two concerti paired before, either on LP or CD. This version of the Schumann concerto is a big step up from the last one I owned, by Bell and the Cleveland Orchestra under Ashkenazy. Compared to the routine run through the more famous soloist gave the music, Kang is leisurely, broadly paced and -- in the first movement -- verges on a Kennedy-like languor that leaves the score dripping with tenderness.
The pairing of soloist and conductor is more electrically charged in the Wieniawski Concerto No. 2, where there is more than incremental delicacy in the delightful second movement romance & andante, followed by the full blown Slavic flavor of the closing allegro's virtuosic gypsy dance.
Wang plays 1730 & 1740 violins in this performance which includes Wieniawski's Legend in G Minor, an 8 1/2 minute piece of virtuosity and romance. Wang is as clever and individual here as in the Schumann and is equally as successful as before.
This, then, presents a mating of romantic concertos you probably don't have together in your collection. The recording has value in its program and in the discovery (for most people) of the Canadian soloist, who is a talented player with a strong technique and certain ideas about the music she plays. She is well-recorded and placed a bit forward from the orchestra, whose playing is good but not always clearly defined.
Whether the Schumann will stand up to the legendary account by Szeryng, or whether the Wieniawski can compete against your favorite performer, are questions only repeated listening can answer. For me, this recording has a strong beginning in that direction.
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Vancouver
Véronique Sanson Manufacturer: Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00000IIJT Release Date: 1984-12-11 |
Tracks:
- Vancouver
- When We're Together
- Redoutable
- Donne-Toi
- Une Maison Aprla Mienne
- Etrange Come
- Sad Limousine
- Tu Sais Que Je T'Aime Bien
- Full Tilt Frog
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Liszt: Works for Piano and Orchestra
Manufacturer: Music & Arts Program ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B00000JISI Release Date: 2006-01-01 |
Tracks:
- Concerto No.1 In E-Flat
- Malediction (Orchestral) For Piano And Strings
- Concerto No.3 In E-Flat, Op. Posth.
- Malediction (Chamber) For Piano And Strings
- Totentanz
Customer Reviews:
For the Lizst lover.......2001-04-14
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In Concert, Vol. 2: Live in Vancouver
Zakir Hussain , Pandit Jasraj , and Harprad Chaurasia Manufacturer: Eternal Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000001Z20 Release Date: 1997-02-03 |
Tracks:
- Alap
- Compositions In: Rupak Tal
- Compositions In: Sitarkhani
- Compositions In: Tintall
Rock Music:
- Vanishing Treasures
- World of Gypsies, Vol. 3
- Ya Mustapha
- 20 Pa' Ketama
- Acústico [Enhanced] [Live] [Import]
- Antologia Cubana / Roberto Faz
- Awedony [Import]
- Bonjour La France Retro V.1 [Import]
- Bossa Nova & Samba: Gold Collection [Import]
- Burning Up the Tracks
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Music Review: 18 Dance Mix Classics
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