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Product Description
Soprano Singer from Lebanon who Sings About Arab Nationalism and Resentment of the Bloodshed in the Lebanese Civil War.

Words,Majida El Roumi,RCA,World Music

Average customer rating: stinky for Einstein Lame Sounds like a cheap plastic toy would make you sleepy.. Kid's Music

Baby Einstein: Lullaby Classics Manufacturer: Buena Vista ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by J.S. Bach | Bach, Johann Sebastian | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Beethoven | Beethoven, Ludwig van | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Brahms | Brahms, Johannes | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Dvorák, Antonín | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Debussy | Debussy, Claude | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart | Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus | ( M ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Mendelssohn | Mendelssohn, Felix | ( M ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Pachelbel | Pachelbel, Johann | ( P ) | 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 Smetana | Smetana, Bedrich | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Vivaldi | Vivaldi, Antonio | ( V ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Bagatelles | Short Forms | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Sonatas | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Sonatinas | Sonatas | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Romantic | Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Tone Poems | Theatrical, Incidental & Program Music | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | 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 | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Violin | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Cantatas | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Cantatas | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Children's Music | Styles | Music Lullabies | Children's Music | Styles | Music General | Vocal Pop | Pop | Styles | 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 CDs | Music & Video | Products | Similar Items: Baby Mozart Baby Beethoven Baby Neptune Baby Einstein: Playtime Music Box Baby Einstein: Traveling Melodies ASIN: B0001IXTU4 Release Date: 2004-03-16

Tracks:

1. Variations (Twinkle, Twinkle), K265/300e
2. Minuet In G From Anna Magdalena
3. Piano Sonata In C, K 545, 2nd Movement
4. Spring Song
5. Piano Sonata In D, K 576, 3rd Movement
6. Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring, BWV 147
7. Canon
8. The Moldau
9. Preludes Book II, Clair De Lune
10. Sonata No.14 (Moonlight), 2nd Movement, Op.27
11. Symphony No.9, New World
12. Fur Elise, WoO 59
13. The Four Seasons, Winter, RV267, 2nd Movement
14. Orchestral Suite No.3 In D, Air, BWV 1068
15. Sonata No.8 (Pathetique), 2nd Movement, Op.13
16. Kinderscene, Op.15
17. Waltz No.15, Lullaby

Product Description

The Lullaby Classics A Concert for Little Ears music CD is a 17-track, 35-minute concert featuring a collection of soothing classical melodies perfect to calm little ones as they wind down for nap time, bedtime or a bit of quiet time. Each piece, re-orchestrated for little ears by the Baby Einstein Music Box Orchestra, was specially selected to lull babies into sweet, blissful dreams. Lullaby Classics opens with ?Ç£Twinkle, Twinkle?Ç¥ variations by Mozart and includes calming and delightful melodies from composers such as Bach, Beethoven, Dvorak and Debussy. It ends with Brahms' ?Ç£Lullaby?Ç¥ tucking baby in for a cozy, restful sleep.Musical Selections:1. Variations (Twinkle, Twinkle), K265/300e, Mozart2. Minuet In G From Anna Magdalena, Bach3. Piano Sonata In C, K 545, 2nd Movement, Mozart4. Spring Song, Mendelssohn5. Piano Sonata In D, K 576, 3rd Movement, Mozart6. Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring, BWV 147, Bach7. Canon, Pachelbel8. The Moldau, Smetana9. Preludes Book II, Clair De Lune, Debussy10. Sonata No. 14 (Moonlight), 2nd Movement, Op. 27, Beethoven11. Symphony No. 9, New World , Dvorak12. Fur Elise, WoO 59, Beethoven13. The Four Seasons, Winter, RV297, 2nd Movement, Vivaldi14. Orchestral Suite No. 3 In D, Air, BWV 1068, Bach15. Sonata No. 8 (Pathetique), 2nd Movement, Op. 13, Beethoven16. Kinderscene Op.15, Schumann17. Waltz No 15, Lullaby, Brahms Age: birth +Awards:* Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award (2005)* National Parenting Center Seal of Approval (2004)* National Parenting Publications Awards (2004)

Customer Reviews:

stinky for Einstein.......2007-08-03

Generally Einstein is always a winner but this was not in our book (Baby and Me) Try someone else before buying . The libary is a great resource to check it out ahead.

Lame.......2007-07-22

I was really disappointed in this CD. I was expecting a toned-down version of real classical music, but it sounds really fake and tinkley and weird. Not soothing at all.

Sounds like a cheap plastic toy.......2007-06-20

I have these DVD's and I can tell you that they will not be a huge part of my baby's development. I received them as a gift from someone that thinks that all you need to do is plunk your child in front of a TV all day without giving the baby any attention. You can see why these DVD's are popular at Day Care Centers or what I like to call, "Concentration camps for baby's with lazy parents", because they know that they can sit their kid/baby in front of the TV and let them turn into a thoughtless zombie while they listen to Baby Einstein totally ruin classics by Bach and DeBussy by playing the music with very cheap midi keyboards. I can get better quality music by whistling Dixie with a mouth-full of saltine crackers.

Also, it has been proven that classical music has nothing to do with the cognitive development of young people. Now, teach them how to play piano or violin and you have yourself an actual YOUNG EINSTEIN, but listening to this kind of music does nothing for the development of the brain. It is just for lazy parents that can't sit down with their kids and play with them or read them a book.

would make you sleepy.........2007-06-15

its a good product with very fine music and my toddler realizes that it is sleep time, if I play it. he goes to bed and sleeps after a couple songs. I have trouble in some songs are some months.. dont know why.

Kid's Music.......2007-06-08

I bought this CD for my grandniece, but after listening to it, I determined that no one would ever play this for her except me. I would have kept it for myself but I have the grown-up versions of each of the classical masterpieces on this CD. So, I ended up returning it for a full refund. If you want your kids to be exposed to classicl music, it's a great buy. But if you don't think they will get to listen to it, don't waste your time.

Baby Einstein: Lullaby Classics

Average customer rating: Great AMERICAN HEAVY METAL!!! real metal at its finest i love devildriver Whatever..... Let the chaos reign!

Last Kind Words DevilDriver Manufacturer: Roadrunner Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: The Blackening Cannibal Ithyphallic HELLYEAH Way of the Fist ASIN: B000PHX8C0 Release Date: 2007-07-31

Tracks:

1. Not All Who Wander Are Lost
2. Clouds Over California
3. Bound By The Moon
4. Horn Of Betrayal
5. These Fighting Words
6. Head On To Heartache (Let Them Rot)
7. Monsters Of The Deep
8. Tirades Of Truth
9. Burning Sermon
10. When Summoned
11. The Axe Shall Fall

Album Description

UK pressing of the 2007 release from this Hardcore Metal band formed by former Coal Chamber vocalist Dez Fafara. Their third album overall, Last Kind Words features 11 tracks including 'Not All Who Wander Are Lost', 'Bound By The Moon' and 'Clouds Over California'. Roadrunner.

Customer Reviews:

Great AMERICAN HEAVY METAL!!!.......2007-08-07

This is an all out, in your face American Heavy Metal Album! DevilDriver have progressed even more with THE LAST KIND WORDS! No filler, and every song kicks you right in the mouth! HEAD ON THE HEARTACHE is a great metal song! LET THE ROT!!!!!!!

real metal at its finest.......2007-08-02

devildriver is some of the best metal out there these days. if you miss pantera or superjoint ritual or even early 80s metallica then this is for you!

i love devildriver.......2007-08-02

i was blasting this cd in my car today with the windows rolled down and i came to a stop next to this other car and some old man looked at me disapprovingly like i was the freak
devildriver rules awesome live band great cd
pick it up if you haven't already

Whatever............2007-08-02

Does anyone else think this band is just trying too hard to be accepted by the metal fans of the world? They just seem so forced to me. As far as I'm concerned, all their stuff sounds pretty much the same. Bottom line: I believe they're always going to be a "wanna-be" band, trying to show everyone how "heavy" they are. Any of you clowns who have been bamboozled by them, here's a hot tip, check out the new Behemoth "The Apostasy", or the new Obituary "Xecutioner's Return", or for real thrash the new Exodus this fall, or new Testament next March.

Let the chaos reign!.......2007-08-01

Without a doubt the heaviest of the three albums, DevilDriver has really nailed it home with "Last Kind Words". The CD is intense and, for lack of a better term, driving. It truly seems like DD has found their niche, and is quickly becoming the forefront of a new wave of metal to-come. Their combination of melodic, death, and thrash metal is brilliantly refined and fuses seamlessly. After first popping in the CD, you will instantly be blown away by the first track "Not All Who Wander Are Lost". You'll instantly notice the CD kicks off fast, hard, and heavy. The pace WILL create uncontrollable body movements, believe you me, and does a fantastic job of drawing you in.

"Not All Who Wander Are Lost" is DevilDriver's first single of the CD, and with good reason. The lyrics are much more intelligent and well thought-out in comparison to the self-titled album and "The Fury of Our Maker's Hand". You will also notice the band got a little carried away with guitar solos, however, they definitely add a unique flavor to each song. The next of my favorites is "Clouds Over California" which is eargasmic. The track truly displays the band's skill as a whole. "Horn Of Betrayal", "These Fighting Words", and "Head On To Heartache (Let Them Rot)" are also just as equally amazing.

Overall, I am becoming more and more blown away with each album. Long live DevilDriver.

Average customer rating: A Nice Collection of John Mellencamp's Work Very good compilation! review songs John Mellencamp's Words Can't Say How Good This Music is!

Words & Music: John Mellencamp's Greatest Hits John Mellencamp Manufacturer: Island ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Rock | Styles | Music Roots Rock | Rock | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Hard Rock | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Album-Oriented Rock (AOR) | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Pop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Classic Rock | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Rock | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Alternative Rock | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 25% Off | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Freedom's Road Greatest Hits Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers - Greatest Hits Bob Seger - Greatest Hits The Essential Bruce Springsteen ASIN: B0002XL252 Release Date: 2004-10-19

Tracks:

1. Walk Tall
2. Pink Houses
3. Lonely Ol' Night
4. Jackie Brown
5. Rain On The Scarecrow
6. Love And Happiness
7. Check It Out
8. Peaceful World
9. Paper In Fire
10. Your Life Is Now
11. Human Wheels
12. When Jesus Left Birmingham
13. Authority Song
14. What If I Came Knocking
15. Crumblin' Down
16. Small Town
17. R.O.C.K. In The U.S.A.
18. Cherry Bomb
19. Pop SInger

Tracks:

1. Thank You
2. Martha Say
3. Key West Intermezzo (I Saw You First)
4. Hand to Hold on To
5. I Need a Lover
6. Hurts So Good
7. Get a Leg Up
8. Wild Night
9. Dance Naked
10. Teardrops Will Fall
11. Ain't Even Done With the Night
12. Just Another Day
13. Jack and Diane
14. Rumble Seat
15. I'm Not Running Anymore
16. Again Tonight
17. This Time
18. Now More Than Ever

Amazon.com

Compare this to John Mellencamp's previous hits set, The Best That I Could Do 1978-1988, and it quickly becomes apparent how much the artist formerly known as John Cougar has grown in the second phase of his career. Following a 1994 heart attack, the songwriter transformed from cocky jukebox hero to compassionate everyman, trading in big pop riffs for sublime, politically charged songs that echo the outspoken work of Bruce Springsteen and Neil Young. Spanning 25 years, this 35-track set incorporates most of the last collection along with more recent hits over two discs in nonchronological order. --Aidin Vaziri

Customer Reviews:

A Nice Collection of John Mellencamp's Work.......2007-07-27

I discovered "John Cougar's" music in the early 80's when Jack and Diann hit the local air-waves, purchased the Uh-Huh album due to all the exposure on MTV, and once he put out Scarecrow, I and almost everybody I knew was enjoying his music.

I casually bought a few more of his offerings over the years, but had kind of lost interest over-all. I wasn't really into the Folk-rock style he was shifting towards. All of that changed in 1995 with the release of Whenever We Wanted. It ROCKED! It is my personal favorite album besides Scarcrow. Anyway, in the past couple of years I have been slowly replacing old CD's with newer "remastered" versions. Mr. Mellencamp's entire catalog of albums has been re-released. Currently, they are at bargain prices. And many offer bonus tracks.

Well, I had a decision to make. Should I buy all of his single albums or this collection which has the hits off practically all of his albums? Some of his early albums really had only one or two tracks that I wanted and those were found on this collection. So, even though I already had bought about 6 of his remasters (from American Fool thru Whenever We Wanted) I decided to go ahead and purchase this 35 track 2-CD set.

When I sat down to load it into my Ipod, I realized there were about 19 new songs that I previously did not own. Sound quality is good. Basically identical to the re-master series. This would be a great collection for any casual fan, or as an introduction to Mellencamp's music.

Very good compilation!.......2007-07-24

This is a great introduction to JMC to casual fans. I have listened to a few songs of his on the radio and but never owned any of his older albums. This one sums up his entire music career. He is a great singer/song writer and I would highly recommend this album.

review songs.......2007-06-11

There is a whole lot of songs in this album. There were many good signature songs that I enjoyed and got to know but there were a few songs that I did not want to hear again. I think I got more of my money's worth on this album.

John Mellencamp's.......2007-05-03

Excellent, keeps you rockin' & dancing to the beat. Makes a great gift for those who love John Mellencamp's music. Hey we are over 50 & we just love his music!!!

Words Can't Say How Good This Music is!.......2007-03-31

Two CDs, 37 songs and most of them were massive hits this album is great value. There's so many hits on here, you select and listen to the big songs you here all the time on radio and played by cover bands in pubs all the time such as Jack and Dianne and Small Town to name just two, then as the CD moves to the next track you realise this next title whose name you'd forgotten is actually another great song and big hit that you also hear all the time. I never knew Mellencamp had so many hits but this album is more than evidence of his great talent.

You can also get this double album in a version that comes with a DVD (check first which version you are buying as the Amazon one on this page I'm reviewing is just two CDs) but even just the double CD of music is more than worth whatever the price is.

Average customer rating: Conjuring up an uncanny feeling. Serenity in Music Beautiful! Voice of the Violin Disappointed

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Tracks:

1. Vocalise, Op. 34, No. 14
2. Ave Maria
3. Pourquoi me riller from Werther
4. Aprun r, Op. 7, No. 1
5. Song to the Moon from Rusalka
6. Laudate Dominum from Vesperae solennes de confessore for soloists, chorus & orchestra, K. 339
7. None but the Lonely Heart, Op. 6/6
8. Una furtiva lagrima from L'Elisir d'Amore
9. In trutina from Carmina Burana
10. May Breezes from Songs without Words, Op. 62, No. 1
11. Beau soir
12. Estrellita
13. Nana (Bercuese) from Siete conciones populares Espanolas
14. Je crois entendre encore from The Pearl Fishers
15. Morgen! Op. 27, No. 4

Amazon.com

Constantly exhorted to "sing," string players naturally try to emulate that most beautiful musical instrument, the human voice; no wonder they literally want to get their fingers on the treasures of the vocal repertoire. Joshua Bell has appropriated some of its best-loved songs and operatic arias, from Mozart through the romantics to Orff. Slow, sustained, lovely and yes, singing, these beguiling melodies and wide emotional range are eminently well suited to the violin. Credit for most of the arrangements is given to J.A.C. Redford, a well-known film and television composer, and indeed the throbbing strings and jarring modulations typical of sound-tracks invade his orchestrations, in startling contrast to the composers' own. In Debussy's "Beau soir," pianist Frederic Chiu partners Bell so beautifully that one wishes he had supplanted the orchestra in all the songs with piano accompaniment. The violin transcriptions of the vocal line closely follow the originals, except for Redford's compulsive habit of adding octaves in the repeats and jumping from the lowest to the highest register. Of course, Bell is very good at all this, and it's the playing that's really the thing. His tone is ravishingly beautiful, warm on the G-string, radiant up high, and always deeply expressive. His love and innate feeling for the music---its inward simplicity, romantic yearning and passionate ardor---speak straight to the heart. In the only authentic violin part, the obbligato of Richard Strauss' "Morgen!" he is joined by the golden-voiced soprano Anna Netrebko; at first overly intense, she relaxes into a blissful, magical ending. --Edith Eisler

Customer Reviews:

Conjuring up an uncanny feeling........2007-08-07

This album sounds beautiful. The violin playing is superb, the effect highly lyrical and pleasing. BUT as it progresses track after track, having listened almost to the last, I have an uncanny feeling that the violin here is simply competing with the human voice for want of repertoire.
On the one hand we have super singers like Cecilia Bartoli singing almost all the difficult arias with her coloraturas that should better have been reserved for strings - violas, violins, but were composed to test the limits of the human voice. Here, the exact opposite happens. What technical challenge is there for the violin in these basically soprano arias and songs?
Fine that music is NOT just about pyrotechnique. Any music lover and student knows that the violin is the instrument that resembles most closely the soprano human voice. It is more expressive in that its owns a much wider range than the normal human voice. Otherwise it lacks the human warmth and any slight imperfections of intonation. Musical repertoires have evolved along this line. Fine again that musical instruments may 'cross-over', but the feeling conjured in this CD's otherwise beautiful music leaves one feeling emotionally incomplete and deprived, until the human voice of Anna Netrebko appears at the last track.
Honestly don't think that this is a successful cross-over attempt.

Serenity in Music.......2007-07-29

This is a beautiful cd. The playing is exquisite, there is a lovely variety of music and it just flows. If you're feeling stressful, this is the music to listen to, if you're feeling thoughtful, this music will make the process even more meaningful. If you need a spirtual tonic, this music can help fill you. It is now one of my favorites and I play it often!

Beautiful!.......2007-06-14

I think the reason I love this cd is because the music was not primarily written for the violin. Joshua Bell makes the violin "sing" the pieces. I especially liked Tchaikovsky's "None but the Lonely Heart." I've loved it since we sang it many years ago in our High School chorus and it is not on any of my classical cds.

Good choice.

Voice of the Violin.......2007-06-13

I was disappointed in Bell's popular music style. I love him playing Mozart with his verve and energy - as Mozart would have wanted his music played. This seemed slow and draggy.

Disappointed.......2007-05-17

I had heard one of the tracks on the radio, so I bought the CD. It was too high-ended, a little screechy.

Average customer rating: Grandmother's Review great cd! Absolutely Love It!!! My daughter loved this before she was born enjoyable

UltraSound - Music for the Unborn Child Manufacturer: RCA ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Ballets | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by J.S. 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Tracks:

1. Reverie
2. Suite No. 3: Air On The G String
3. Kinderszene-Traumerei
4. Thais-Meditation
5. Sonata For Two Pianos, K.448-II: Andante
6. Lullaby: Cradle Song
7. Nocturne For Harp
8. The Nutcracker: Dance Of The Sugar-Plum Fairy
9. Concerto, Op. 8, No. 4 'Winter': II. Largo
10. Clair e lune
11. Eine kleine Nachtmusik-II. Romanze: Andante
12. Berceuse
13. Russian Lullaby
14. Orfeo ed Euridice: Dance Of The Blessed Spirits
15. Lyric Pieces, Op. 68, No. 5: Cradle Song
16. Madama Butterfly: Humming Chorus
17. Ave Maria

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While many hospitals across the country send new mums and babes home equipped with discs of classical music to soothe and gently stimulate babies' tender minds, Ultrasound brings together a delightfully well-rounded set specifically chosen for those still in the womb. Expectant moms will appreciate the effects of the mellow strains of Bach's Suite No. 3, the delicate playfulness of Tchaikovsky's "Dance of the Sugar-Plum Fairy," and Mozart's proven-to-make-you-smart Sonata for Two Pianos featuring André Previn. Debussy's "Clair de lune" is especially lovely as conducted and fluted by James Galway, and Leontyne Price is a warm blanket of comfort giving voice to Schubert's "Ave Maria." Indeed, these songs are aural balm to both parent and child long after birth. --Paige La Grone

Customer Reviews:

Grandmother's Review.......2007-05-21

I purchased this product for my expectant daughter, and she says that it is the best gift she has ever received. She, herself, finds the music very soothing and relaxing, and she is certain that it is wonderful for her child.

great cd!.......2007-05-14

This is a fantastic product! I bought it to play for my unborn daughter and I started it when I was around five mos. pregnant. She moves all over the place when I put the headphones on my belly and I can even tell by her movements that she likes some songs more than others. I have done a lot of research into playing music for unborn babies, including the helpfulness as far as birthing positions when the music is played regularly. This cd fits the bill for all of the research I've done. It is completely worth the money!

Absolutely Love It!!!.......2007-04-02

I have a 6 month old daughter. I first purchased this CD when I was pregnant and would place my earphones on my belly for her to listen. I now use it in her room at bedtime and I absolutely love it. I have a collection of other CD's, but honestly this is my favorite. It is a very nice blend of songs. It is soothing for baby and parents. If you only buy one CD I would recommend you make it this one.

My daughter loved this before she was born.......2006-12-15

When I was about 18 weeks pregnant I bought this and two other CDs of gentle classical music and played one of them for her every 2nd or 3rd night, putting headphones on my belly. I was actually skeptical about this being "music for the unborn" but she really did react to this one much more than anything else I ever played for her. If she hadn't been very active that day I could always lay down in the evening with the headphones and play her music, and she's wriggle around. She especially liked #5 and #10. :)

She didn't seem to have much connection to it after she arrived, but she does enjoy music in general. (She's currently almost 11 mo old.)

enjoyable.......2006-08-03

I have enjoyed this cd thus far. If you have the money to spend, this is relaxing and enjoyable, however you can get similar music for free on your local classical station. So if you would rather save your money...just tune in on your radio dial. I am glad I bought the cd for the familiarity of the songs, but I also love just plain old classical radio.

Average customer rating: Who Is Jill Scott? Words & Sounds, Vol. 1 If you didnt know.... jill scott Jill Scott is Neo-Soul OVER 500 PEOPLE TOOK TIME TO REVIEW THIS CD....

Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds, Vol. 1 Jill Scott Manufacturer: Hidden Beach ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Contemporary Blues | Blues | Styles | Music Contemporary R&B | R&B | Styles | Music General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music Quiet Storm | R&B | Styles | Music $9.99 and Under | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Pop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music R&B | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music $9.99 and Under | Prices | Blowout Music | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 25% Off | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Beautifully Human: Words and Sounds, Vol. 2 Experience: Jill Scott Baduizm Acoustic Soul Mama's Gun ASIN: B00004UARR Release Date: 2001-01-03

Tracks:

1. Jilltro
2. Do You Remember
3. Exclusively
4. Gettin' In The Way
5. A Long Walk
6. I Think It's Better
7. He Loves Me (Lyzel In E Flat)
8. It's Love
9. The Way
10. Honey Molasses
11. Love Rain
12. The Roots (Interlude)
13. Slowly Surely
14. One Is The Magic #
15. Watching Me
16. Brotha
17. Show Me
18. Silent
19. Silent
20. Silent
21. Silent
22. Silent
23. Silent
24. Silent
25. Silent
26. Silent
27. Silent
28. Silent
29. Silent
30. Silent
31. Silent
32. Silent
33. Silent
34. Silent
35. Silent
36. Silent
37. Silent
38. Silent
39. Silent
40. Silent
41. Silent
42. Silent
43. Silent
44. Try

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Jill Scott's debut, Who Is Jill Scott?, is a luscious portrait of the artist as a grown woman. In R&B, black femininity has often been reduced to two dimensions: sex and materialism. But Scott lives in 3-D, and it shows in her voluptuous songwriting. She combines a beautiful voice with an extreme generosity of spirit, making her music a dreamy, soulful delight. Lizz Mendez Berry

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Jill Scott is the singer-songwriter who wrote the unforgettable hook on the Roots' "You Got Me." Jill Scott is a better singer than the garble-mouthed Erykah Badu, who mangled those lines (albeit prettily) on the Roots' single. If Scott had sung them (which she does, and marvelously so, on the group's live album, The Roots Come Alive), we would have known what the hell the words were. Thankfully, Jill Scott has put out her own album, which exceeds all hook-derived expectations. She is, in fact, a wonder--a magically soulful tunesmith who writes tunes like "The Way" and "Watching Me" that feel as comfortable, warm, and sexy as Al Green on a cold day. And then she rips into the songs' haunting melodies with a gorgeous honey-crisp alto that'll leave you wanting more. --Sylvia W. Chan

Customer Reviews:

Who Is Jill Scott? Words & Sounds, Vol. 1.......2007-07-21

I agree with previous posters that it's hard to expound further on this cd when others have so eloquently written their reviews of it but I love the artist and the cd so much that I'm going to add my two cents...

This is a disc that still gets constant play in my house, in the car & at work! There was such a huge buzz on Jill Scott prior to the release of her debut that I could not wait to get my hands on it. Every song & interlude just flows so magically into the track making this not only one of the best debuts by any artist but also one of the best "neo-soul" albums ever produced so those who still don't know who Jill Scott is but enjoy good music will not be sorry in adding this disc to their collection.

My fave tracks to this day are: THE WAY, I THINK IT'S BETTER, WATCHING ME, ONE IS THE MAGIC #, HE LOVES ME, IT'S LOVE & HONEY MOLASSES. Another honorable mention goes to LOVE RAIN (although I like this version very much, I adore how she switched it up on her live cd).

If you didnt know...........2007-07-09

Jill Scott is a genius.Her voice is earthy, soft, powerful, flawless....mixed in with her poetic flair...this album is sexy, inspirational, and just somthing to sit back and groove to. Its mainly for mature listeners, but few young fans like myself can appreciate Jill Scott's many talents. Her music inspires your mind and turns you on, with her romantic and sexy poetry. She's the first of ther kind, with many artists following her pathway. Im not sure if she won grammy's for one but its Grammy worthy. I have all her albums and this is by far my favorite one.

jill scott.......2007-06-30

her album is a story. each song takes you on a journey. not a lot of artist can do that.

Jill Scott is Neo-Soul.......2007-06-27

I LOVE HER! LOVE HER! LOVE HER! This is the first cd that I played so much it started to skip. I enjoy how her similies for love, being a poet her melodic tunes and metaphorical stanzas profoundly inspire me. Buy "Jill Scott" cds and any cd she collaborates.

OVER 500 PEOPLE TOOK TIME TO REVIEW THIS CD.... .......2007-05-18

So what more can I say except, I wish she could do it again.
If you are looking for more good music check out Chrisette Michele's.. I Am.

Average customer rating: something to have Excellent Music buy now Lovely Aesthetically Pleasing

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Tracks:

1. II: Andante - Stephen Hough
2. I: Adagio Sostenuto - Dame Moura Lympany
3. Jesus Bleibet Meine Freude (Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring) - Dame Moura Lympany
4. Nocturne No. 2 In E Flat - John Ogdon
5. Clair De Lune - Dame Moura Lympany
6. II: Adagio - Cecile Ousset
7. Tango - Dame Moura Lympany
8. Liebestraum No. 3 In A Flat - John Ogdon
9. Waltz No. 9 In A Flat - Dmitri Alexeev
10. Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini - Cecile Ousset
11. Traumerei - Dame Moura Lympany
12. La Maja Y El Ruisenor - Magda Tagliaferro
13. Nocturne No. 5 In F-sharp Minor - Maurizio Pollini
14. Gymnopedie No. 1 - Aldo Ciccolini
15. Fur Elise - Dame Moura Lympany
16. Etude In E 'Tristesse' - John Ogdon
17. Fruhlingslied - Daniel Adni
18. II: Andante - Dmitri Alexeev

Tracks:

1. II: Adagio Cantabile - Walter Gieseking
2. II: Romanze - Annie Fischer
3. Aria - Maria Tipo
4. II: Romance (Larghetto) - Garrick Ohlsson
5. Granada - Gonzalo Soriano
6. Waltz No. 15 In A Flat - Maura Lympany
7. II: Largo - Andrei Gavrilov
8. An Den Fruhling - Daniel Adni
9. Nocturne No. 10 In A Flat - Daniel Adni
10. II: Adagio Un Poco Mosso - Walter Gieseking
11. La Fille Aux Cheveux De Lin - Dame Moura Lympany
12. Cancons I Dansas No. 1 - Gonzalo Soriano
13. II: Adagio Sostenuto (Opening) - Cecile Ousset
14. Prelude No. 15 In D Flat 'Raindrop' - Dmitri Alexeev
15. Gnossienne No. 1 - Aldo Ciccolini
16. Berceuse - Jean-Philippe Collard
17. Minuet In G - Dame Moura Lympany
18. Berceuse In D Flat - Peter Donohoe

Customer Reviews:

something to have.......2007-03-14

These CD's are filled with all the awesome relaxing songs for the evening when you need it. It is just one of those must have items in your CD collection.

Excellent Music.......2007-02-19

This album was a "try and see" purchase but I love it. It makes great dinner music, great music to drift off to sleep with, or just nice background filler during social events needing a softer tone. It is not all solo piano music if that s what you are after; the other instruments blend very well however and don't challenge the piano playing. It is a piano album after all!

buy now.......2006-09-01

Want to know why I think the piano is the best musical instrument ever invented? Because no matter how the piano is played, it will always sound good. Whether the music is fast, slow, quiet or loud, it ALWAYS delivers with an appealing sound. This is something you need to buy.

Lovely.......2006-02-22

This is a beautiful calming cd. The playing is excellent and the pieces are well chosen.

Aesthetically Pleasing.......2005-09-14

I simply love piano music. If you're looking to relax, enjoy a peaceful time, then you must check out this album. If you truly enjoy piano music, this album is by far one of the best you can purchase.

As it says....it is the "Most Relaxing Piano Album in the World...Ever..." Well, I haven't listened to all piano albums in the world, but I don't need to, this one is just perfect for me, and I think you will agree!

I would say the pianists' are extremely accomplished. At times, I would admit-it's a bit 'spine tingling'!

Average customer rating: great job and thank you Best musical creation in existence. Airplay in 1992? Where images and words are running deep Simply amazing !

Images and Words Dream Theater Manufacturer: Atlantic / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Progressive Rock | Progressive | Rock | Styles | Music Progressive Metal | Progressive | Rock | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Hard Rock | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Awake Metropolis Part 2: Scenes from a Memory Six Degrees of Inner Turbulence Train of Thought Octavarium ASIN: B000002JPA Release Date: 1992-07-07

Tracks:

1. Pull Me Under
2. Another Day
3. Take The Time
4. Surrounded
5. Metropolis- Part 1 'The Miracle And The Sleeper'
6. Under A Glass Moon
7. Wait For Sleep
8. Learning To Live

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Proof positive that one can be a virtuoso musician and also have heart, Dream Theater are in impressive form on this album, arguably their best. They do it by never allowing technical flash to overwhelm their songs; there's substance under the style, in the form of ear-catching riffs and aggressive rhythms. The opening "Pull Me Under" is, quite simply, a great song, from its sparse introduction to its heavy-duty main riff to its memorable lyrics. Dream Theater, as its name implies, is an introspective band, exploring the complexities of the human heart and bringing them to life with songs like "Learning to Live," "Take the Time," and "Wait for Sleep". Unlike many metal bands, they favor an optimistic outlook, as with "Another Day" and "Surrounded," and even the dazzlingly complex "Metropolis, Pt. 1" is an entertaining listen. -- Genevieve Williams

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Customer Reviews:

great job and thank you.......2007-07-23

i have no prob with amazon but you might want to check what you 3rd party people are doing thanks again

Best musical creation in existence........2007-06-21

After hearing this album, just WOW. I used to listen to most of DT's later stuff, which is quite different from this album, and thought that was the best, until I heard this.

First off, let me start off by saying it is Dream Theater's best work. Take a look at the band members:

James LaBrie--his voice isn't tainted at all. He hits AMAZING notes. Check out "Learning to Live" at 7:00. Other examples are in Another Day and Take the Time.

John Myung--a terrific bassist. Its a shame the bass is probably the least audible in heavy metal, but boy is he good.

John Petrucci--I'm dead serious, he's arguably the best guitarist in the world, knocking Joe Satriani himself on his knees. He can play virtually anything. The only problem, if any, is that his style doesn't allow him to express himself and bring soul into his music. He's a freaking machine.

Mike Portnoy--Arguably the best drummer in the world. He can play virtually anything, but, unlike J.P., he can really bring his soul into his playing.

Kevin Moore--At this point of time in D.T. history, he is the weakest link, but that's not saying much. The keyboards are huge in the band sound, and he plays his part well.

Ok so for the Lyrics: they are absolutely AMAZING! Here are two examples:

Take the Time:
Just let me catch my breath...
I've heard the promises
I've seen the mistakes
I've had my fair share of tough
breaks
I need a new voice, a new law,
a new way
Take the time, reevaluate
It's time to pick up the pieces,
Go back to square one
I think it's time for a change

Learning to Live:
There was no time for pain
No energy for anger
The sightlessness of hatred
slips away

Wow, the lyrics are so poetic and....magical almost. Amazing.

Now for each individual song, flawless in their own respect:

Pull Me Under (10/10): Lyrics are based off Hamlet. Really neat effects to give a certain mood. Also the creative twist at the end.

Another Day (10/10): I can't see why people don't like this song. This could be LaBrie's best song. The lyrics are about J.P.'s father's struggle with cancer. Jazzy with the saxophone.

Take the Time (10/10): Amazing vocals, amazing lyrics. Great show from all the band members.

Surrounded (10/10): I'll admit, the beginning of the song threw me in a weird mood the first time I heard it. It grows on you though.

Metropolis (10/10): Wow, so musically dynamic and creative. Lyrics are complicated its about a story that's hard to pick up. Maybe the best on the album.

Under a Glass Moon (10/10): Amazing solo. The lyrics are weird, I'm trying to figure them out, based on other DT songs, there's no way they just threw a bunch of words together.

Wait for Sleep (10/10): Moore really shines. Great piano/singing duet. Basically a prelude to Learning to Live.

Learning to Live (10/10): Wow, could be the best on the album. Great lyrics, epic portrayal of the theme, and AMAZING note hit by LaBrie. (at about 7:00) The lyrics have something to do with AIDS.

The thing with DT is that no one song sounds just like another one of their songs. If you listen to one don't be turned away if you don't like it, odds are you'll like one of them.

All that being said, BUY THIS SIMPLY PERFECT ALBUM! It is the best thing that has ever happened to me in my life, and a lot of people I know, please don't miss out!

Airplay in 1992?.......2007-06-12

It was hard enough to get any airplay on the rock and alternative radio stations in the early 90's unless you were Pearl Jam, Nirvana, or the like. Dream Theater managed to do it with an eight minute epic in Pull Me Under, what a fantastic song. The rest of the album isn't too shaby either, a definite recommendation for any rock fan.

Where images and words are running deep.......2007-06-09

Sometimes, really good things happen by coincidence. Before I actually review "Images and Words", an album of epic magnitudes, I would like to explain my discovery of Dream Theater.

While listening to AOL Radio, I clicked to, I believe the progressive station, and heard the "Rover/ Achilles Last Stand/ The Song Remains The Same" seven and a half minute medley from Dream Theater's mostly-covers album, "A Change of Seasons". Not knowing the glorious band I was about to get into, I bought that album and instantly loved it (I mean, come on, a 23-minute title track!)

It had been quite some time before I would soon rediscover my love for Dream Theater. Every now and again, I would look at lists of musicians and how high they rank, alongside bands and albums, and for each, Dream Theater ranked high (I read somewhere "Images and Words" ranked #2 on a list of the greatest progressive metal albums of all time). Deciding it couldn't hurt to revisit the band, and after listening to samples of "Pull Me Under", "Another Day", and I believe "Metropolis Part 1", (though I can't remember my reactions to the online previews), I bought it one day.

I didn't really know how I would feel after I listened to the album. However, I did know two things: 1) In an album, I look for the musical chops that I love and that will keep me hooked. 2) I knew what made me want to LISTEN to something.

That's the question I often consider when looking at an album. What about it will make me want to listen? Is it the clever use of lyrics that keep me puzzled and searching for the answers? Is it the untouchable talent that leaves me breathless (especially considering I am a multi-instrumentalist). Or is it the overall quality of something that keeps me listening to it?

Well, one night I sat down on my bed and played this album, and then it hit me: Dream Theater is an excellent band with dazzling songwriting, furious musical talent, and, to solve my own (problem may be overstating it, so I'll say concern), that it made me want to listen!
The way everything came at me was breathtaking! From the album jacket itself, the bright colors of the pictures, that flaming heart in a mansion's bedroom, the band's picture inside it what appears to be some coliseum, and the summery glow behind them. The vivid images easily accompany the music itself.

Ahh, there it is: the music itself. John Petrucci's blazing, and I mean BLAZING, guitar work. Eddie Van Halen and Yngwie J. Malmsteen may have invented the shred-solo technique, but John Petrucci gives many guitarists competition, as he displays intricate riffing, speedy solos, catchy hooks, and goes the whole, nine yards for us. John Myung, while not as dominant as John Petrucci, runs a tight ship, as well, displaying energetic basswork that will satisfy people who want to hear that. From the hammer-on solo (how many bassists have ever recorded THAT?!), to his overall basslines, he is a great musician.

Kevin Moore, though he didn't last, made a serious impression while still with Dream Theater. In just eight songs, he can prove that he can do it all. Dreamy, haunting piano lines, warm, lush synth solos (ahhh, that just says it all), and just general virtuoso skills on the keyboard. Mike Portnoy is an animal on the drumset. He pounds those big ol' plates like there's no tomorrow. This guy has some stunning chops, and yet, I feel sorry for the fact that he has an alcohol problem. You're in our thoughts, Mike. Anyway, as a musician, he's nothing short of magnificent.

And finally, there's the dramatic, ever-quotable James LaBrie. From his soaring, almost operatic vocals to his cool bounce-and-sway rhythm, he is the ideal frontman for a band like Dream Theater. I can hardly imagine them with a different lead singer, and can hardly imagine James LaBrie being any more perfect in a different band. When you put these five musicians together, you get the one-of-a-kind Dream Theater.

"Pull Me Under": A progressive opener that is perfect for kicking off an awesome album, with lyrics that say the person talking basically accepts death and all it brings. The heavy guitars and drums drive this song throughout, and James' repeated, "Pull me under", during the chorus, shows the hypnotic effects a song like this will leave on you. A great display of lyrics keep rolling, the instruments fire all of their guns at once (to quote Steppenwolf's "Born To Be Wild") and the song keeps it explosion at large until...everything stops! An amazing, eight-minute masterpiece stops on the spur of a moment, what an unusual concept!
"Another Day": Ooooh, there's a lot to say about this song. In terms of time, it's shorter than "Pull Me Under", at four and a half minutes. Lyrically, its focus is to keep faith and spirit and don't give up, hence the lyric, "so die another day". The songwriting on this untouchable song is in a balladic style. The acoustic-to-electric style of guitar-playing, a songwriting technique that is always used but never getting old, works perfectly, the lovely soprano sax guest musician provides two great solos and some unbelievably beautiful saxophone lines. Uhhh, it just displays the summery tinge this album can't help but contain. It makes me wanna pick up my own sax again (though I play alto), and learn this stuff again! James put his soaring vocals to use to just add more and more to the beauty of this. His vocal lines make me feel like I'm floating on a cloud in heaven! And of course, Kevin Moore's keyboards perfectly accompany this wonderful masterpiece. Such a beautiful song, man, that's just about the best way to sum it up!
"Take The Time": Another longer, progressive song, but nothing short of stunning, these lyrics are a bit more literal, telling you to take things as they come. It was also written as a bit of a autobiographical thing, describing how the guys in Dream Theater felt about all that was going on in their lives.
"Surrounded": A five-and-a-half minute work of absolute art! The first thing I noticed about this song is the synthesizer line taken from the Styx song "Loreli", that opens this song. There's just so much to love about this song, it's nearly impossible to describe! However, it's the perfect type of song to end your night listening to before you go to sleep. Lyrically, it seems to talk about refreshing your spirit, but I can't say too specifically the meaning of all the lyrics. However, this song will prove to be absolutely magnificent, along with all the others!
"Metropolis, Part 1: The Miracle and the Sleeper": A preview to the '99 album, "Metropolis Part 2: Scenes From A Memory". However, without delving too deeply into that, I'll describe this song. First off, it's one of the greatest metal songs of all time, period. It has that certain atmosphere, hard to describe what it is, but the opening, keyboard work gives you that feel that something great is about to approach. Then comes in John Petrucci's monstrous, chugging riffs, Mike's drums slam into it, and the whole song explodes into a nine and a half minute musical treasure! Musical chops all over the place, dramatic use of vocals, it paints such an interesting scene that you really want to know more about. It seems to go on and on like a road filled with fantastic journeys, because, well, that's what this album is. On that note, you might wanna check out, "Scenes From A Memory" to conclude this amazing tale. What a rocker this thing is, and completely artistic at the same time!
"Under A Glass Moon": This is one of my favorite songs on the album. Well, that's a bit of an ironic statement, because I absolutely adore all songs on this epic piece of art. Anyway, the opening chord progression gives the song a very night-time atmospheric feel to it, just so incredible. Then the rest of the song comes in and another great work is born! I especially love the part of the song where the drums speed up and James sings, "Outside the soundness of your mind/ Bathing your soul in silver tears/ Beneath a blackened, summer sky/ Praying for time to disappear". Oooh, the combination of the music and James' voice just sends a feeling to you that makes you grasp the huge proportions of it all. This seven-minute wonder has an enormous feel to it, and contains a stupendously awesome guitar solo by John Petrucci. I can't believe the critics at, I believe Rolling Stone, put it at #98 (but then again, these are the same critics at listed Eddie Van Halen at #70 of the greatest rock guitarists). Anyway, this song totally rocks, I mean, you can just feel John Petrucci GRIND out that guitar work, SHRED out those solos. The practically overwhelming experience of this, after "Metropolis, Part 1", is sure to deliver sixteen and a half minute of undoubted bliss. And, to some extent, this is a religious song, like "Surrounded". It seems as though somebody has died and they are going to heaven, hence the lyric, "Night awaits the lamb's arrival" and "By your hand, I've awakened/ Bear this honor in my name".
"Wait For Sleep": A two and a half minute ballad completely written by Kevin Moore, about a female friend of his who felt a bit empty inside and needed something good to believe in. The haunting, yet romantic piano line perfect accompanies the incoming string section, and James adds a bounce with his vocal rhythm that incorporates an even greater feel to the song.
"Learning To Live": Ahhh, the closer of a dynamic album, and at eleven and a half minutes, it's sure to last. The keyboards open, the instruments progress, and James tells the tale of, in my opinion and the opinions of others, learning to live with AIDS. This song may also just mean living with the everyday troubles life gives you, but lines like, "The 90s bring new questions/ New solutions to be found/ I fell in love to be let down", and "Once you're touched you stand alone/ To face the bitter fight/ Once I reached for love/ And now I reach for life". In all honesty, it's a sad topic, but it's delivered in such a beautiful way, this song, though it may actually drag on in some areas, is just dynamic and is a great way to end an album on this level.

The great thing about "Images and Words" is that it brings out my reflective, sensetive side, while still being able to also draw out the side of me that can listen to an eight-minute rocker. It explores different emotions with different approaches, yet Dream Theater has a very noticeable style that sticks out when compared to other bands of their (slightly recent) time frame. There's a lot to love about this album, A LOT, I mean it. I don't know if any reviews can cover the vastness this album covers, but I did my best to describe with a leviathan of a musical masterpiece "Images and Words" is. There's really no other album like it, so if you get, and I really hope you do, cherish it for what it is, all the beauty in the images (album booklet) and words (the music itself), and together, how it paints such a stunning picture.

If you like music with incredible talent, deep, epic meaning and the power of, say, a modified Rush, "Images and Words" may just be that album. It seems to be just so much to describe, but I, both as a musician and a music-lover (and I can say that I've heard quite a few acts out there), I give kudos to this album without a doubt, as it is truly worthy of a five-star rating. For your enjoyment, get this, as I know you'll love it as much as I do.

Simply amazing !.......2007-05-08

I have recently discover Dream Theatre, a band that I knew but never took the time to listen to their albums. Now I did and I have discover one of the best band that I have ever known, they are so talented!
The music is complex, played with perfection by incredible musicians!
The more I listen to them, the more I like, think I'll turn into a fan soon ! This album is amazingly good. A perfect score !

Average customer rating: a little let-down jill scott Just TRY to Justify Your Hatred For This Album It's Jill Scott... of course it's hot Just Beautiful

Beautifully Human: Words and Sounds, Vol. 2 Jill Scott Manufacturer: Hidden Beach ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Contemporary Blues | Blues | Styles | Music Contemporary R&B | R&B | Styles | Music General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music Philly Soul | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Funk | R&B | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music $9.99 and Under | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Pop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music R&B | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music $9.99 and Under | Prices | Blowout Music | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 25% Off | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds, Vol. 1 Experience: Jill Scott Collaborations Baduizm Floetic ASIN: B0002S94RK Release Date: 2004-08-31

Tracks:

1. Warm Up
2. I'm Not Afraid
3. Golden
4. The Fact Is (I Need You)
5. Spring Summer Feeling
6. Cross My Mind
7. Bedda At Home
8. Talk To Me
9. Family Reunion
10. Can't Explain (42nd Street Happenstance)
11. Whatever
12. Not Like Crazy
13. Nothing (Interlude)
14. Rasool
15. My Petition
16. I Keep

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While most neo-soulsters crank out albums like their hip-hop counterparts, Jill Scott takes a more traditional approach to her craft. Four years after the release of her debut, Who Is Jill Scott, Words & Sounds Vol. 1, Scott returns with the masterful Beautifully Human: Words & Sounds Vol. 2. The album features a collection of lush and hypnotic songs that will make you want to fall in love, live life, and be a better person all at the same time. Lead single "Golden" is a prime example of this. Set to a midtempo groove made for the dance floor, "Golden" is a shiny, beautifully-written narrative about living life to its fullest. The old-school R&B ballad vibe of "Petition" is reminiscent of Minnie Ripperton or early Chaka Khan. However, "Bedda at Home" is anything but laid back. Combining elements of jazz, soul, and old-school hip-hop breakbeats, Scott extols the greatness of her man with a swagger that can only be described as cool. Other highlights include "Family Reunion" and the socially conscious "Rasool."

The album's only flaw may be that it ends too soon, but then again it's always better to leave a listener wanting more. For Scott, being "Beautifully Human" means just that--finding the allure in all that life has to offer and that's well worth the wait. --Rashaun Hall

Customer Reviews:

a little let-down.......2007-06-30

her first album really raised the bar, a bar she herself couldn't leap, climb, or crawl over with her next. there's a few good songs on this one yet the pace as a whole is slumpy and slower...not as upbeat and uplifting.

jill scott.......2007-06-30

she is an amazing talent. really enjoyed this album. she has a way with words

Just TRY to Justify Your Hatred For This Album.......2007-06-30

Because it will always be unfounded. No matter what, you can't say that this entire album is horrible. From our hauting intro to the continuing positivity throughout it, this album is just wonderful. I got started on Jill way too late into the game, but it's never to late to love this girl. Can't find a track that I don't want to play here, especially since, like her first album, they relate to humans! All of us feel certain ways, and need messages promoted here: Golden-Life is good, and we should live it. (The Fact Is) I Need You-Many people don't like to admit it, but sometimes, we do need that other being in our lives for love. Spring Summer Feeling-Thank you for denouncing that materialistic mentality that plagues present day urban music. You can go on and on with this, from the funky "Bedda At Home" & the huge Jazz Band in "Talk to Me", to the reality of "Family Reunion", and the sensuality of "Whatever", "Not Like Crazy", and the interlude. And, then you have your socially conscious music with "Rasool", and "My Petition". What a wonder! But, many say that this album is not good ONLY because they are comparing it to Vol. 1. Nah, they are in two different catagories. Vol. 1 & Experience, then Vol. 2, and probably whatever is coming next. Keep living, Jill Scott! You've made many see that there is still room for true music in this world. Get the album, then head over to Experience for her live set. Matter of fact, get everything. At least we can know that we can keep playing her 4-6 years from now.

It's Jill Scott... of course it's hot.......2007-05-18

some cuts resonated with me the first time I heard them... a few of the songs are more personalized and less universal, so they took a little longer to grow on me (but they do grow on you)... it's Jill Scott... you have to add this to your collection

Just Beautiful.......2007-05-09

I have never heard anything that can put me in such a relaxed state of mind.It brought back memories of things I haven't thought of in years. Good memories!! It is by far my favorite album. I lost my first cd and I purchased it again

Average customer rating: Peter and the Wolf Howls!!!! Great telling of a classic story as a classical music introduction Excellent for kids and adults Dont have this CD but have the vinyl My son's discovery of classical music

David Bowie Narrates Prokofiev's "Peter and the Wolf" Manufacturer: RCA ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Britten | Britten, Sir Benjamin | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Tchaikovsky | Tchaikovsky, Peter Ilyich | ( T ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Prokofiev | Prokofiev, Sergei | ( P ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Variations | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General Christmas | Holiday | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Holiday Music | Miscellaneous | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music General Christmas | Holiday Music | Special Features | Music $7.99 and Under | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music All Classical Music Blowout | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Britten, Sir Benjamin | ( B ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Prokofiev, Sergei | ( P ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Tchaikovsky, Peter Ilyich | ( T ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Instrumental | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Classical Instrumental Music | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Similar Items: Saint-Saens: Carnival of the Animals Classical Music for Children: A Toddler's Introduction to Classical Music Pavarotti's Opera Made Easy-My Favourite Opera For Children Peter And The Wolf Children's Favorites ASIN: B000003F6R Release Date: 1992-02-11

Tracks:

1. Peter And The Wolf: Introduction
2. Peter And The Wolf: The Story Begins
3. Peter And The Wolf: The Bird
4. Peter And The Wolf: The Duck, Dialogue With The Bird, Attack Of The Cat
5. Peter And The Wolf: Grandfather
6. Peter And The Wolf: The Wolf
7. Peter And The Wolf: The Duck Is Caught
8. Peter And The Wolf: The Wolf Stalks The Bird And The Cat
9. Peter And The Wolf: Peter Prepares To Catch The Wolf
10. Peter And The Wolf: The Bird Diverts The Wolf
11. Peter And The Wolf: Peter Catches The Wolf
12. Peter And The Wolf: The Hunters Arrive
13. Peter And The Wolf: The Procession To the Zoo
14. Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Theme: Full Orchestra
15. Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Theme: Woodwinds
16. Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Theme: Brass
17. Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Theme: Strings
18. Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Theme: Percussion
19. Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Theme: Full Orchestra
20. Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Variation I: Flute, Piccolo (Presto)
21. Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Variation II: Oboes (Lento)
22. Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Variation III: Clarinets (Moderato)
23. Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Variation IV: Bassoons (Allegro alla marcia)
24. Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Variation V: Violins (Brilliante alla pollaca)
25. Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Variation VI: Violas (Meno mosso)
26. Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Variation VII: Cellos
27. Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Variation VIII: Double basses (Cominciando lento, ma poco accel.)
28. Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Variation IX: Harp (Maestoso)
29. Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Variation X: French Horns (L' istesso tempo)
30. Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Variation XI: Trumpets (Vivace)
31. Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Variation XII: Trombones & Tuba (Allegro pomposo)
32. Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Variation XIII: Percussion (Moderato)
33. Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra: Fugue: Full Orchestra
34. The Nutcracker Suite: Overture
35. The Nutcracker Suite: March
36. The Nutcracker Suite: Dance Of The Sugar-Plum Fairy
37. The Nutcracker Suite: Russian Dance
38. The Nutcracker Suite: Arabian Dance
39. The Nutcracker Suite: Chinese Dance
40. The Nutcracker Suite: Dance Of The Mirlitons
41. The Nutcracker Suite: Waltz Of The Flowers

Customer Reviews:

Peter and the Wolf Howls!!!!.......2007-07-28

My boys, 4.5 and 2, absolutely loved and were captivated by this rendition of the Peter and the Wolf. The 2 year simply enjoyed the music, but my 4.5 year old was very excited to know that a French Horn was the wolf and according to him, "how the wolf eats the duck". When certain instruments played, he learned that certain characters in the story were going to be involved. Highly recommend it and its a great way to spend time with your kids, listening to classical music and picking out the different instruments.
Husband of Natalie, ADS, Studio City, CA

Great telling of a classic story as a classical music introduction.......2007-01-04

I remember being introduced to the idea of classical music telling a story with Peter and the Wolf many, many years ago. As each character in the story appears, its theme (and the instrument playing it) is introduced. Then the story takes over and builds to its climax and resolution with just the right amount of fright and humor for 2-4 year-olds.

Peter is clearly presented as a child who is disobedient and mildly punished for it, but then he is also brave and resourceful in fixing the situation he has caused. Finally is also merciful to the wolf (although he does put the wolf in a zoo, if that really bothers you). So the story has some subtle hints at morality without it being too oppressive.

In this CD version, the narration is clear and the pacing seems very adequate for even 2 year-old's attention. They often ask to hear it again, and they love the picture book I bought to go with it - see another review. They know all the instruments names, and can identify the characters just from hearing the music.

Excellent for kids and adults.......2006-11-04

A very good version of the original. Bowie's voice is just right and the orchestra is right on. Excellent to demonstrate to kids the different instruments in a orchestra and a good story as well. I listened to it when I was young and also now when I am old. It still is great to listen to the music and the story telling.

Dont have this CD but have the vinyl.......2004-05-26

I admit I do not have this CD, but I do have the vinyl version of this album. It contains just the first two pieces, Peter and Britten's Young Person's Guide... It was released by Columnbia on green translucent vinyl! Combine that with the Red Label that Columbia used and it is quite the colorful Album... I remember that I bought the album for the Britten, big Britten fan here, and partially the novelty of Bowie narrating Peter. The Britten is great, and Peter is very good with the beauty of the Philly strings, which has always been Philly's strong point. If I were looking to replace my vinyl copy, which I am not, I would not hesitate to get this disk.

My son's discovery of classical music.......2003-05-17

My son's growing obsession with this story has truly sprouted since the purchase of this album.
Oddly enough, I never really knew this story or I don't remember it from my childhood, but once my dear sweet boy discovered it's haunting and charging sound, it's become a staple in my vehicle.

A perfect way to introduce classical music to any child -- tell them a story and have all the parts of the story be different instruments from an orchestra. Beautiful, just beautiful..

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