El Album

1. Yendo de la Cama Al Living

2. Superheroes

3. No Soy un Extraño

4. No Se Va a Llamar Mi Amor

5. Dinosaurios

6. Inconciente Colectivo

7. Vos Tambien Estabas Verde

8. Nos Siguen Pegando Abajo (Pecado Mortal)

9. Como Me Gustaria Ser Negro

10. No Me Dejan Salir

11. Raros Peinados Nuevos

12. Promesas Sobre el Bidet

13. Bancate Ese Defecto

14. Demoliendo Hoteles

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

The Most Relaxing Piano Album in the World...Ever! Manufacturer: EMI Classics ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Minuets | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music Waltzes | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music 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 All Works by Chopin | Chopin, Frédéric | ( C ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Fauré, Gabriel | ( F ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Granados, Enrique | ( G ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Grieg, Edvard | ( G ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Liszt | Liszt, Franz | ( L ) | 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 Satie | Satie, Erik | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Robert Schumann | Schumann, Robert | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Shostakovich | Shostakovich, Dmitri | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Debussy | Debussy, Claude | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Rachmaninov | Rachmaninov, Sergei | ( R ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Etudes | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Preludes | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Bagatelles | Short Forms | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Character Pieces | Short Forms | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Nocturnes | Short Forms | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Sonatinas | Sonatas | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Variations | Forms & Genres | Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Piano | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Compilations | Classical | Styles | Music Lullabies & Berceuse | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Cantatas | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Easy Listening | Pop | Styles | Music Pop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Classical | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 25% Off | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: The Most Relaxing Classical Album in the World...Ever! The Most Relaxing Classical Album In the World Ever, Volume II The Most Relaxing Classical Music in the Universe The Most Relaxing Jazz Music in the Universe The World's Favorite Piano Music ASIN: B000059Q4Q Release Date: 2001-03-27

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: Excellent Introduction to Spanish Classical Guitar Music The guitar is an orchestra in miniature! GUITAR MAJESTY Sweet, sweet music, an essential addition to your collection A True Classic

Spanish Guitar Music Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Ballets | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music Albeniz, Mateo Pérez de | ( A ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Falla | Falla, Manuel de | ( F ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Granados, Enrique | ( G ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Tarrega | Tarrega, Francisco | ( T ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Turina | Turina, Joaquin | ( T ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Villa-Lobos, Heitor | ( V ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Sonatas | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Sonatinas | Sonatas | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Ballets & Dances | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Villa-Lobos, Heitor | Composers | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Guitar | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music 4-for-3 Classical | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Classical Instrumental Music | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Sony | Computers Brands | Computers Features | Electronics | Desktops | Monitors | Networking | Notebooks Similar Items: Essential Guitar: 33 Guitar Masterpieces 300 Years of Guitar Masterpieces Baroque Guitar Masters of Flamenco Guitar Classic Williams: Romance of the Guitar ASIN: B00005YJ4Q Release Date: 2002-01-29

Tracks:

1. Albeniz: Asturias
2. Albeniz: Tango
3. Sanz: Canarios
4. Rodrigo: Fandango
5. Torroba: Nocturno
6. Segreras - El Colibri
7. Albeniz: Sonata in D
8. De Falla: The Corregidor's Dance
9. De Falla: Fisherman's Song
10. De Falla: The Miller's Dance
11. Torroba: Madronos
12. La Nit de Nadal
13. El Noy de la Mare
14. Granados: Ma Maja de Goya
15. Abeniz: Cordoba
16. Tarrega: Recuerdos de la Alhambra
17. Granados: Spanish Dance No. 5
18. El Testamen de Amelia
19. Villa-Lobos: Prelude No. 4 in E Minor
20. Albeniz: Sevilla
21. De Falla: Homanaje
22. Mudarra: Fantasia
23. Turina: Fandanguillo

Customer Reviews:

Excellent Introduction to Spanish Classical Guitar Music.......2005-09-18

As a sampler, this CD is an excellent introduction both to Spanish classical guitar music and to guitarist John Williams.
The music ranges from Renaissance composers (Sanz, Mudarra) and harmonized folk melodies to standard 20th Century works (Rodrigo, Torroba etc).

John Williams is excellent throughout. The CD is also cheap, and can be used either just for enjoyment, or further to explore other recordings by Williams, the classical guitar repertoire, or other classical guitarists.

As a marketing ploy, it is very effective.

For the collector or classical guitar enthusiast, the chief disadvantages of the CD are duplication of other recordings, and that the way at least some of the works on this CD are listed isn't helpful in telling the listener the set(s) to which these pieces belong and how to find them (e.g. "from ______, Op # "). The font listing the titles and track numbers is small and somewhat hard to read.

However, this CD should attract many listeners and enthusiasts both to the classical guitar, the repertoire, and guitarist John Williams - and I'm all for that.

Over 70 minutes playing time.

Recommended.

The guitar is an orchestra in miniature!.......2005-02-05

This admirable concept belongs to Hector Berlioz and it must not be a surprise the best guitarrists in the story have in common this trademark.

John Williams has always known the delicate equilibrium between the expresiveness and the glamouer. His impresive technique however is not exposed as his prima edonna. He goes directly to the soul of the composer, melts in his spirit and let the music sharp the qith eloquent conviction the composer's demanded atmosphere.

From Granados to Albeniz, from Rodrigo to Agustin Barrios - El indio Mangore -, from Moreno Torroba to Ponce , you will find the warmth, the passion and the Midas touch of this golden guitarrist.

GUITAR MAJESTY.......2004-12-21

John Williams is a true Guitar virtuoso. His repetoire is very extensive and I use his music in my office while I work at my daily office duties. This album is a must for all guitar enthusiasts old or young.

Sweet, sweet music, an essential addition to your collection.......2004-12-07

I originally bought this album three years ago, looking for a good introduction to Spanish guitar music. And this one fits that need perfectly. I still listen to and enjoy it today. I play this for guests at happy hour or dinner for a relaxed atmosphere. At Amazon's current price, this is a great value.

A True Classic.......2004-01-26

This album/cd is extraordinary. All the songs are gorgeous and exciting to listen to. John Williams' interpretation and technique are perfect. After 22 years of listening to it, I still enjoy and appreciate it more every time. I love giving it as a gift.

Average customer rating: Best of the the popular Copland... A Great American Album Must have this one...

Ultimate Copland Album Manufacturer: Decca ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Ballets | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Copland | Copland, Aaron | ( C ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Marches | Theatrical, Incidental & Program Music | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Ballets & Dances | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Vocal & Song | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Baltimore Symphony Orchestra | ( B ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Detroit Symphony Orchestra | ( D ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Marches | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music The Decca Records Store | Specialty Stores | Music Similar Items: Bernstein Century - Copland: Appalachian Spring, Rodeo, etc / Bernstein, New York PO Copland: Music for Films Copland: Appalachian Spring; Rodeo; Fanfare for the Common Man Bernstein Century - Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue, etc Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue - Piano Concerto in F - An American in Paris ASIN: B00002S5EW Release Date: 1999-11-09

Tracks:

1. Fanfare For The Common Man
2. From Four Dance Episodes From 'Rodeo': Saturday Night Waltz
3. From Four Dance Episodes From 'Rodeo': Hoe-Down
4. From Old American Songs: Simple Gifts
5. Appalachian Spring: Variations On A Shaker Hymn
6. From Music For Movies: Grovers Corners (From Our Town)
7. From Billy The Kid: Introduction - The Open Prairie
8. From Billy The Kid: Street In A Frontier Town
9. From Billy The Kid: Mexican Dance
10. From Billy The Kid: Gun Battle
11. From Billy The Kid: Celebration (After Billy's Capture)
12. From Billy The Kid: The Open Prairie Again
13. From Billy The Kid: El Salon Mexico
14. Appalachian Spring: Very Slowly
15. Appalachian Spring: Allegro
16. Appalachian Spring: Moderato: The Bride And Her Intended
17. Appalachian Spring: Fast: The Revivalist And His Flock
18. Appalachian Spring: Allegro: Solo Dance Of The Bride
19. Appalachian Spring: Meno Mosso
20. Appalachian Spring: Doppio Movimento: Variations On A Shaker Hymn
21. Appalachian Spring: Moderato: Coda

Customer Reviews:

Best of the the popular Copland..........2004-12-26

Here's a great introduction to the popular music of Aaron Copland. When "Fanfare for the Common Man" begins, sparks of recognition will fly for most listeners. This song has been everywhere: presidential inaugurations, the olympics, commercials, movies, etc. Some flatten it as hopelessly clichéd, while others find it moving and inspiring. Copland also reprised it in the finale of his Third Symphony. Arguably Copland's most famous piece, "Appalachian Spring" closes the CD. In between, more great Copland: excerpts from 'Rodeo' (apparently the beef lobby has appropriated "Hoe-Down" as one of their themes); a great vocal rendition of "Simple Gifts" and a large chunk of another of Copland's best known works: "Billy the Kid". The only confusing piece is the "Variations on a Shaker Hymn" from Appalachian Spring when the entire Appalachian Spring is already included. Seems slightly redundant.

Though most of the pieces on this CD were written in the 1930s and 1940s, they tend to evoke the old west. With titles such as "Rodeo" and "Billy the Kid" this shouldn't surprise too many people.

Copland went on to compose more dissonant and twelve tone compositions later on in his career. These obviously weren't as popular with the public in general as the pieces on this CD. Nonetheless, if this disc whets the appetite, a foray into Copland's less popular works will yield much. It will help to expose the totality of Copland's output. This disc only represents a small portion of his work. Regardless, this disc is a great starting point for getting to know one of the United States' best known composers of the twentieth century.

A Great American Album.......2004-02-13

This is a great album representing true patriotic American music. Songs like "Hoe-Down" are lively and energetic and give rememberance to what one can imagine as the true American spirit.

Must have this one..........2002-09-17

I like all types of music, I wanted this album because I liked the song "RODEO" that is used on the beef commercials. This CD has made me into a Copland fan. It has many great songs. If you want a CD that says "I am an American." This is it. I am sending copies to a friend in Bombay and Tel Aviv. This is who I am put to music.

Average customer rating: Wonderful, sensitive playing.... John Bayless is awesome The One CD in My Collection I Never Tire of Listening To Gorgeous arrangements. Very dramatic and melodic.

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Tracks:

1. Il Postino, From The Postman - Visi d'Arte, From Tosca
2. El Canto de Ensarria - The Summer Knows, From Summer Of '42 - Concierto de Aranjuez, 2nd Movement
3. A Time For Us, Love Theme From Romeo And Juliet- Adagio In G Minor
4. Theme From Schindler's List - Prelude In C-Sharp Minor - Hatikva (Interlude)
5. Somewhere Out There, From An American Tail - Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini Variations No.18
6. When I fall In Love, From Sleepless In Seattle - Liebestraume
7. Moon River, From Breakfast At Tiffany's - Piano Concerto No.2, 1st Movement
8. Beauty And The Beast, From Beauty And The Beast - Prayer From Hansel And Gretel
9. Over The Rainbow, From The Wizard Of Oz - Legends

Customer Reviews:

Wonderful, sensitive playing...........2003-11-02

Ah, reader, consider this album. I have been listening to Bayless music for years, from Bach Meets the Beatles to his crazy happy birthday album in a dozen styles (Stravinsky's Rite of Birthday, a favorite), but this one has something special going on. The playing is so beautifully, and sensitively played that one is really swept away by the original movie tune, interwound with a classical piece, so seamless and amazing. One of my all-time favorite albums.

John Bayless is awesome.......2003-10-13

He's such a great talent, I was lucky enough to meet him almost 2 years ago. I got this CD autographed! :) He was such a nice person and performed so well on the stage. Buy this album, it's really awesome!

The One CD in My Collection I Never Tire of Listening To.......2001-03-24

John Bayless had a vision for this album---to combine the most beautiful classical pieces along with the most romantic and engaging movie themes of all time. The arrangements and the way in which he weaves the varous pieces together, sometimes playing both themes simultaneously, are incredible. They lift you up and carry you away. The various instrumental additions (such as the guitar in track 2, drums in track 6, strings in track 5, the sound of the wind in track 4) add just the right touch---lightly sprinkled in when needed. As a professional pianist myself, I also appreciate his considerable technique and the emotion with which he infuses his music. Anyone who likes classical music and movies should own this CD. Anyone who has friends who like classical music and movies should purchase this CD for them. They will love you for it. It is my favorite CD. I never tire of listening to it.

Gorgeous arrangements. Very dramatic and melodic........1999-11-16

Don't be scared off by the "clown-like" picture on the cover. This album, by a true piano virtuoso/arranger, blends familiar movie and light classical melodies together into unique arrangements. Every time it's been on while I have guests, someone always asks "What's that beautiful music?"

Average customer rating: El Loco isn't a classic but good. Garbage Remix With 80's Gimmickry ZZ TOP'S PEAK ALBUM**1981** GET IT WITH DEGUELLO! I LOVE THIS RECORD!! El Fantastico!

El Loco ZZ Top Manufacturer: Warner Bros / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Blues Rock | Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Hard Rock | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Southern Rock | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Album-Oriented Rock (AOR) | Classic Rock | Styles | Music General | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Arena Rock | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Degüello Tejas Rio Grande Mud ZZ Top's First Album Tres Hombres ASIN: B000002KMP Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

1. Tube Snake Boogie
2. I Wanna Drive You Home
3. Ten Foot Pole
4. Leila
5. Don't Tease Me
6. It's So Hard
7. Pearl Necklace
8. Groovy Little Hippie Dad
9. Heaven, Hell Or Houston
10. Party On The Patio

Customer Reviews:

El Loco isn't a classic but good........2006-09-26

After reading a fellow reviewer report I have to disagree with him/her.This album was released before Eliminator.This one was released in 81,Eliminator was in 83.This album has a new wave sound like so many albums from this time frame.I admit it was quickly put together due to the record company pushing for a hit.Cheap Sunglasses was huge for them in the 70's.Although its not a commercial succsess like Eliminator[thanks to mtv videos of those girls} their careers took off.El Loco isn't a classic album but its fun for entertainment purpose.

Garbage Remix With 80's Gimmickry.......2006-03-07

As part of an attempt to capitalize on the success of their Eliminator sound, ZZ Top decided to go back into the studio and remix and also re-record parts of their first 6 albums thinking it would make them more money and entice fans of their newer sound to go back and buy their earlier records. Well guess what, in the process their older fans who were used to the original versions on the old cassettes and albums were shocked when they listened to any of these first generation CD releases. They heard bogus reverbed drums, and entire sections of both music and vocals re-recorded. Talk about tarnishing the legacy of a great band's output. Well someone finally wised up and now at least Tres Hombres and Fandango are now available in original mix, remastered form. So stay away from this trash and wait for the entire back catalog to be released in it's original mix, remastered form on CD.

ZZ TOP'S PEAK ALBUM**1981** GET IT WITH DEGUELLO!.......2005-09-20

In 1979 ZZ TOP did what I consider to be their first masterpeice DEGUELLO.

Two years later they did this one. Almost as good in some ways and even actually better in others this album is equally a classic.

Still got the fuzzy, raw blues feel going, only here we start mixing in a few synths that would evntually take over on the next album.

HERE though they compliment the tracks very well and work throughout the whole album. THIS WHOLE THING IS WORTH EVERY DIME but my most favorites are

TUBE SNAKE BOOGIE: perhaps my favorite of all time, tied with 79's BAD-NATIONWIDE.
TEN FOOT POLE: very cool
PEARL NECKLACE: probably the most eighties sounding track but still good.

I recommend this and the previous over all other ZZ TOPS even any greatest hits you may find. The two are sleazy, raw, and a whole ton of fun. DEFINATLEY GET BOTH!

I LOVE THIS RECORD!!.......2005-05-29

Never being a "serious fan" of ZZ TOP, other than seeing their now familiar series of videos on MTV in the mid- Eighties, I never took the plunge and purchased a full length album from these legendary Texas rockers until a few years ago. A friend of mine turned me on to this cassette about ten years ago and I copied it, loving all the songs. Seriously fun, boogie-woogie blues, rockers, a few ballads, even a dance song ( the middle part of "Heaven Hell or Houston" has a great dance beat as well as some incrdeible guitar playing. ) ZZ TOP purists would probably hate me for saying this, but I think it's their best overall album ( I have since purchased quite a few of their discs. ) Oddly enough, my favourite track on this album is the most unconventional, most "this doesn't sound like ZZ TOP" song "Groovie Little Hippie Pad" starts with a few synth squiggles, then blasts off with a herky jerky rhythm and drum machine patterns that quite frankly wouldn't have sounded out of place on the first B-52's album ( and to me, that's not a bad thing.) Finally, a hard rocking album you can dance to. Great at parties, there's something here for literally everyone.

El Fantastico!.......2004-05-09

Wondering what they're doing in those greasy overalls shown on the cover? They were working very hard on another sweet album!

ZZ sounds more contemporary on this album than they ever had before, while at the same time throwing down some funky blues (Tube Snake Boogie, Don't Be Cruel), sweet 70's country-flavored ballads (Leila, It's So Hard), and a couple truly bizarre, genius tracks (10 Foot Pole, Heaven Hell or Houston).

As with Tejas, Billy's tones are more frequently in the Strat realm than the fat Les Paul territory he is widely known for. He doesn't hold back on this one, slingling his gun with great zeal. Tube Snake, Don't Be Cruel, and Heaven, Hell or Houston all feature some of his sweetest solo work, in my opinion.

Out of my five star rating I give one star to each of these tracks:

*Tube Snake
*10 Foot Pole
*Leila
*Don't Be Cruel
*It's So Hard
*Heaven, Hell or Houston

Whoops, that's 6 stars. It's just a sweet thing!

Average customer rating: A great and daring mix of pieces performed by the best in the business! Pure

#1 Piano Album Manufacturer: Decca ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Dichter, Misha | ( D ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Rogi, Pascal | ( R ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Compilations | Classical | Styles | Music The Decca Records Store | Specialty Stores | Music Similar Items: The World's Favorite Piano Music Romantic Piano Adagios Essential Piano: The Ultimate Piano Collection #1 Classical Album The #1 Tenor Album ASIN: B000075A7R Release Date: 2002-11-12

Tracks:

1. Piano Sonata No. 15 In C, K 545: Allegro - Mitsuko Uchida
2. Piano Sonata No. 11 In A, K 331 'Alla Turca': Alla Turca (Allegretto) - Ingrid Haebler
3. Piano Sonata No. 14 In C Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No.2 'Moonlight': Adagio Sostenuto - Claudio Arrau
4. Fur Elise(Bagatelle In A Minor, Woo 59) - Alfred Brendel
5. Nocturen No.2 In E Flat, Op.9 No.2 - Tamas Vasary
6. Mazurka No.4 In B Minor, Op. 33 - Nikita Magaloff
7. Walt No.6 In D Flat, Op.64 No.1 'Minute Waltz' - Tamas Vasary
8. Polonaise No.6 In A Flat, Op. 53 - Shura Cherkassky
9. Moments Musicaux, Op.94 D 780 No.3 In F Minor (Allegro Moderato) - Mitsuko Uchida
10. Impromptus D 935, Op. 142 No. 2 In A Flat - Allegretto - Wilhelm Kempff
11. Kinderszenen, Op. 15 Traumerei - Alfred Brendel
12. Three Romances, Op.28 Einfach - Wilhelm Kempff
13. Rondo Capriccioso, Op. 14 - Wilhelm Backhaus
14. Songsw Without Words, Op. 62 'Spring Song' - Daniel Barenboim
15. Liebestraum No. 3, Op. 62 - Jorge Bolet
16. Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 In C Sharp Minor - Misha Dichet
17. Lyric Pieces Notturno, Op. 54 No. 4 - Emil Gilels

Tracks:

1. Islamey - Julius Katchen
2. Rhapsodie No. 2 In G Minor, Op. 79 - Amrtha Argerich
3. Etude In C Sharp Minor, Op. 42 No. 5 - Yevgeny Kissin
4. Prelude In C Sharp Minor, Op.3 No.2 - Shura Cherkassky
5. Prelude In G Minor, Op.23 No.5 - Sviatoslav Ricther
6. Prelude In G, Op.32 No.5 - Vladimir Ashkenazy
7. Goyescas, Book 1 Quejas O La Maja El Ruisenor - Alicia De Larrocha
8. Gymnopedie No. 1 - Pascal Roge
9. Suite Bergamasque: Clair De Lune - Jorg Demus
10. Preludes, Book 1 : Girl With The Flaxen Hair - Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
11. Etude No. 11 Pour Les Arpeges Composes - Alexis Weissenberg
12. Jeux D'eau - Matrtha Argerich
13. Pavane For A Dead Princess - Vladimir Ashkenazy
14. Le Tombeau De Couperin - Pascal Roge
15. Allegro Barbaro, BB 63, SZ 49 - Zoltan Kocsis
16. Tocacata In C, OP.11 - Martha Argerich
17. Prelude In C Sharp Minor: Andante Con Moto E Poco Rubato) - Werner Haas
18. Prelude No.23 In F (Moderato), Op.34 - Olli Mustonen
19. Prelude No.24 In D Minor (Allegretto), Op.34 - Olli Mustonen

Customer Reviews:

A great and daring mix of pieces performed by the best in the business!.......2006-10-16

I must agree with the prior review - there are SO many classical piano compilations that have the same overplayed Romantic-era pieces on them - and usually not terrific performances of them at that. Decca put together the opposite of your average "piano for relaxation" collection here. I'll just make a quick list of why this is better than the rest - an atypical review for me, but necessary to point out why this album stands far above what's generally a lousy genre of compilation CDs.

-The first CD is generally Romantic-period and prior music and progresses in roughly chronological order. The second is composed of primarily 20th century pieces - sure, the order is not totally faithful on either CD, but it is refreshing to see a collection arranged so that one can literally listen to the trends in piano composition grow and fade.

-Decca chose top-notch pianists, many of whom are widely regarded as the supreme interpreters of Composer X. For this reason, you have a very simple piece like Grieg's Notturno played with an emotional urgency and crystal clarity you're unlikely to hear from a lesser pianist than Emil Gilels, or a very complex, often banged-out piece like Prokofiev's Toccata navigated fearlessly by the Argentine goddess of piano, Martha Argerich.

-They showed some guts in their choice of pieces. Sure, no Schoenberg appears here, but this is not your typical conservative don't-rock-the-boat piano collection. Bartok's aggressive, relentless Allegro Barbaro pairs wonderfully with the Ravel and Prokofiev toccatas on either side of it on disc 2; a quick tour of Rachmaninoff's Preludes follows an incredible rendition of Balakirev's harrowingly difficult Islamey. One of the most beautiful piano works ever composed - and ignored by 99% of piano music compilers - makes an appearance in the middle of disc 2: Granados's Goyescas (Quejas, o la maja y el ruiseñor), an infinitely subtle and sublime - and modern twist on the late Romantic/Impressionistic piano tradition - handled impeccably by the composer's compatriot and student Alicia de Larrocha.

I haven't said quite enough about CD 1 - sure, their choices of Chopin, Schubert, and Liszt works are good as well. But I'm showing where my heart lies in solo classical piano - impressionists and early 20th century composers, I feel, are as good as it gets. Für Elise makes its token appearance, but even it seems well contextualized on the first CD between the immortal Adagio of the Moonlight Sonata and Chopin's delightfully simple Nocturne in E Flat, which immediately recalls Roman Polanski's "The Pianist" for those who have seen it.

In short, CD 1 and 2 share the unique qualities of a careful yet daring selection of piano pieces played by indisputable masters of the instrument. If CD1 is good as gold, then CD2 is platinum. Simply amazing. Thanks Decca!

Pure.......2004-06-12

This album has it all, believe it or not. There are loads of cheesy #1 blah blah albums that are horridly popular. Sure, there are many well-known pieces on this, such as Alla Turca, the Adagio Sostenuto of the Moonlight, Fur Elise and the Minute Waltz. But almost everything else is relatively unheard of outside of the closely knit piano community.

That said, these CD's opened my eyes to some of the greatest piano works of all time, those including: Schubert Impromptu in A-flat, Rondo Capriccioso, Liszt's Liebestraum, Liszt's second Hungarian Rhapsody, Islamey, all three Rachmaninoff preludes, Granados' Goyescas, and Prokofiev's Toccata in C. I have begun learning a good many of these pieces as a result.

This set will not dissapoint. Do yourself a favor and buy it.

Average customer rating: The Only Demonstration Disc You'll Ever Need An Adventure For Your Ears Blows Away All Other Such Compilations! The perfect movie theme collection This is the best cd I have ever bought

The Great Fantasy Adventure Album Manufacturer: Telarc ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Elfman, Danny | ( E ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Herrmann | Herrmann, Bernard | ( H ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Kamen | Kamen, Michael | ( K ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Movie Scores | Soundtracks | Styles | Music Movie Soundtracks | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music Similar Items: The Big Picture Star Tracks 2 Fantastic Journey Time Warp Beautiful Hollywood ASIN: B000003CZH Release Date: 1994-04-26

Tracks:

1. El Cid: Fanfare And Entry Of The Nobles
2. Hook: Main Themes
3. T. Rex!
4. Jurassic Park: Main Themes
5. Splitting Hairs
6. Robin Hood: Main Titles
7. Henry V: Opening And Closing Titles
8. Willow: Main Themes
9. The Seventh Voyage Of Sinbad: Overture
10. The Abyss: End Titles
11. Clash Of The Titans: Main Titles, Love Theme, And End Titles
12. The Rocketeer: To The Rescue And End Titles
13. Bettlejuice: Main Titles
14. Total Recall: Main Titles
15. The Princess Bride: Main Titles
16. Wizards And Warriors: Main Titles
17. Conan The Barbarian: Anvil Of Crom
18. The Hunt For Red October: Hymn To Red October
19. Cybergenesis
20. Terminator: Theme
21. Jurassic Lunch

Customer Reviews:

The Only Demonstration Disc You'll Ever Need.......2006-06-10

Well, I suppose that depends on the type of music you're testing your equipment for. However, go to almost any online discussion of audio equipment, particularly subwoofers, and you'll come across this disc. Sure, most of the other reviewers mention the sound effects in less than glowing terms. It remains though that this disc contains some of the crazy lowest signals one can buy on disc. The T rex footsteps shake the windows in my house despite being below my hearing range with my Velodyne 12" sub. Incredible stuff. And the glass shattering sound effects in the Terminator theme can melt your tweeters too if turned up too loud. Don't take yourself too seriously for a few minutes and enjoy the noise!
Beyond that, musically this is one of the Cincinatti Pops' finest soundtrack collections. Perhaps the best. Almost all of their recordings are sonically of the highest quality (Copland: Music of America won a Grammy for best engineering), but all too often in recent years the releases have not met the standard of this album. Arrangers that don't begin to care what the composer's intent was or tacking on pre-fab endings are the worst offenders, but most of the selections here meet or exceed the quality of the original soundtracks. All around, a great soundtrack collection.

An Adventure For Your Ears.......2004-06-01

The Cincinnati Pops do an excellent job of faithfully reproducing movie soundtracks and this album is a perfect example. In fact after listening to this CD a few times, I tracked down some of the original soundtracks because I enjoyed the selections on here, such as the "El Cid" music and "Jurrasic Park." I also really enjoyed the music from "Henry V" "Robin Hood,"and "Hunt for Red October." The different tracks go together surprisingly well, like many of the pops other thematic CD's. While it might be helpful to have seen some of the movies the soundtracks come from, it is not crucial. The added soundeffects are a little gimmicky, but fairly short and on seperate tracks, so they can be skipped. If you enjoy movie soundtracks, this is a great investment.

Blows Away All Other Such Compilations!.......2003-04-02

"Caution: Digital Sound Effects of high levels with intrasonic frequencies to 5 Hz. Please establish safe playback levels before playing tracks [3], [5], [19], [20], and [21]. Excessive playback levels could result in damage to equipment."

The above quote is found prominantly on the back cover and is a warning not to be taken lightly. The respective tracks are awesome and should be played, as well as listened to, with great care.

A 20-bit digital recording that is perfect for surround-sound systems, "The Great Fantasy Adventure Album" is a wonder for fans of the sci-fi/fantasy film genre. Highlighting some truly landmark films, the 1994 release showcases compositions from the legends of past and contemporary film scoring. Themes from the likes of Rosza, Williams, Horner, Herrmann, and Elfman are grandiosely featured here.

The best cuts are Goldsmith's "Total Recall: Main Title", "Conan the Barbarian: Anvil of Crom" (Poledouris), and Brad Fiedel's "Terminator: Theme".

Upon hearing this trio, chills will not just go up the spine but will permeate every ounce of one's body

The perfect movie theme collection.......2000-08-16

I have a good number of Kunzel CDs, but this one could easily be called "Mark's Favorite Movie Themes." It doesn't matter that I have many of these repeated on other CDs; it saved me the trouble of having to burn my own 'faves' disc. It's good to see Basil Polodouris' "Conan" and "Red October" themes, he's often overlooked as a film composer, in my book, and regardless what one might think of the movie, the Conan score is still probably the best thing he's ever done. And the hard-to-find "Terminator" theme is hard NOT to listen to, with its highly unusual rythmic motif. I enjoy all the music selections, but having James Horner's sublime theme from "The Rocketeer" was well worth the price of the CD by itself. This is what a movie themes CD should be, and it helps that I happen to like Kunzel's choice of selections, for once. The sound effects that typically accompany these CDs are generally annoying, but I like the sonar segue into "Red October," and the T-Rex roar that precedes "Jurassic Park" is useful for scaring kids at Halloween.

This is the best cd I have ever bought.......1999-10-27

No words can compare how remarkable this cd is. Combined with incredible sound quality, this cd will twist and turn you emotions with every single score. i can honestly say that this disc is the perfect relaxation and energizing thing ever.

Average customer rating: Viva Los Pretenders An excellent album Their best since "Packed" 4 good songs, some mediocre ones and some bad ones Pleasant Sounds

Viva el Amor The Pretenders Manufacturer: Warner Bros / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music New Wave | New Wave & Post-Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Alternative Styles | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Album-Oriented Rock (AOR) | Classic Rock | Styles | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Alternative General | Alternative Rock | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Alternative General | Alternative Rock | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | New Wave | Alternative Rock | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | New Wave | Alternative Rock | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Oldies | Pop | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music 4-for-3 Alternative Rock | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Classic Rock | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Pop | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Rock | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Loose Screw Last of the Independents Get Close The Isle of View Packed! ASIN: B00000JC6F Release Date: 1999-06-22

Tracks:

1. Popstar
2. Human
3. From The Heart Down
4. Nails In The Road
5. Who's Who
6. Dragway 42
7. Baby's Breath
8. One More Time
9. Legalise Me
10. Samurai
11. Rabo De Nube
12. Biker

Amazon.com

Chrissie Hynde is back to kick some ass. ¡Viva el Amor!, the Pretenders' first studio album since 1994's Last of the Independents, provides a reading on the singer's state of mind and relationships. Hynde and company--stalwart drummer Martin Chambers and an assortment of complementary players--take the energy level to breathtaking heights, especially on "Legalise Me," which matches Jeff Beck's incendiary guitar work against our heroine's rapid-fire delivery. Hynde shows that she can still sneer with the best of them on "Popstar," her biting send-up of late-'90s girl singers (and reportedly a roman à clef aimed in part at Patsy Kensit, who was once married to Hynde's former husband, Simple Minds' Jim Kerr). "Baby's Breath" skewers a young lover and showcases her sangfroid vocals at their chilling best. Hynde pours on more vitriol in "Biker," the record's final cut, which pairs steel-hard lyrics with an incongruously sweet string section. Nearly two decades after the release of the Pretenders' landmark debut, the Great Pretender is still feeling feisty. --Jaan Uhelszki

Customer Reviews:

Viva Los Pretenders.......2006-08-20

It's too bad the Pretenders aren't still tops of the pops, for this unheralded gem should rank with among their best work. It is certainly the most varied. Chrissie Hynde has always been great for mixing toughness and tenderness. Here she's no different. Her rock and pop sensibilities are certainly also intact.

Chrissie and company show more adeptness here than their fine work 'Last of the Independents'. Experience with the same players brings out the best in the helmswoman and her able band. Here they're power pop perfect on "Human" and "Baby's Breath". Yet, we get both sides of the Chrissie Hynde coin: The former shows her at her most vulnerable, and the latter demonstrates she's not one to be taken lightly. "Who's Who" meets both character traits with a delivery that's nearly pop/rock perfect and more pleasing. There's at least one song with an edginess not appearing anywhere else: "Dragway 42," which adapts alternative like the band invented it. The album almost could be defined as having a Pretenders' "wall of sound," but they don't have the complacency to become formula, either. "Do It One More Time" is a mixed moment. Besides being a hard rock song, it starts with torch nightclubbiness that even increases the eclecticism of this effort. It is substantial, even if Hynde's voice uncharacteristically falters in the refrain. Then, there are spare moments that are accentuated. "My Favorite Samurai" has much more than what the surface conveys (musically, anyway). "Biker," however, is a fine anthem finale that is as bottom line musically as it is lyrically. Thoughtful, like the lead songstress, it punctuates all the observations of the good and bad in a love life, then figures out an ideal to follow up on. If it doesn't seem varied and engaging by now, then "Pop Star" and the athletic "Legalise Me" should stand up as more than exercises in rock and roll longevity.

Maybe, "They don't make 'em like they used to..." as she sings on her acerbic "Pop Star," but for the lucky few who have stayed with The Pretenders have been rewarded by a continuing update of Hynde and Co. as they continue to give it to us straight.

An excellent album.......2004-07-02

I've been listening to the Pretenders since the beginning. I still think their debut is on a different level from anything else they've recorded, but otherwise this is my favorite. After years of session musicians and changes in style, the Pretenders sound like a cohesive rock band again on this album. The songs are all good and some ("Popstar", "Legalize Me") are first rate.

Their best since "Packed".......2003-11-06

This CD is, like most later Pretenders material, both a treat and a disappointment. Some reviews here call it their best recording since "Learning to Crawl". I wouldn't go that far, but it is certainly their best since "Packed". The music may be more tightly played or better produced than anything since "Learning to Crawl", but it lacks the consistency of "Packed", both in quality and in its variety of musical styles. There seem to be divergent opinions here as to which songs are best, but a loose consensus that there are several songs you'll enjoy and several you won't. Personally, I think "Popstar", "From The Heart Down", "Baby's Breath", and "One More Time" are the only keepers, but they're enough to make me glad I bought this CD.

"Popstar" is a catchy pop song with great lyrical and musical hooks that make for a good listen, but the theme is of limited interest, and when you take Chrissie Hynde's magnificent ability to be scathing and put it behind accusing someone of eating red meat, a great talent is being wasted a bit. "Human" is a light pop song reminiscent of songs on "Packed". "From the Heart Down" is a gorgeous slow love song that's among her best. The CD is largely downhill from there. "Nails in the Road" is a musically pleasing slow rocker, with well-written verses, but the nails-in-the-road metaphor in the chorus borders on silly, the "tires about to explode" line perhaps crossing the border. "Who's Who" is bubblegum-light pop, and Chrissie does such songs well, e.g. "Don't Get Me Wrong". The bitter lyrics here just don't match the sweet sound. "Dragway 4z" is a mediocre slow rocker with modal moments that faintly echo the beautiful "Tradition of Love". (This is not an endorsement of the disappointing "Get Close"; several songs on this CD are just reminiscent of songs on that one).

"Baby's Breath" is one of the better songs here, with a catchy chorus and a metaphor that does work well. The verses are weaker, and this is another enjoyable but disposable pop song that is almost too clever. Like several other reviewers, I'd say that's a weakness of many of the songs here - they sometimes seem overly crafted, overly clever. "One More Time" is a 60's-style soul song reminiscent of "Chill Factor". I agree with the reviewer who singles this one out for amazingly passionate singing, with Ms. Hynde playing it much safer on the other tracks. "Legalise Me" is catchy and captures a bit of the early Pretenders sound, but the Amazon review saying energy levels are taken to "breathtaking heights" seems way over the top; those heights were left behind 20 years ago, and that's OK - it would be foolish to try to reach for them at age 50. I largely agree with a reviewer who felt the final 3 songs could have been left off entirely. "Samurai" is very slow, pretty 80s pop with mediocre lyrics and music. I could have done without the Pretenders accompanied by accordion on "Rabo de Nube", or at least would have preferred the song in a different context - Chrissie Hynde doing an Astrid Gilberto-style album might be pleasant enough, but this song really doesn't fit here. I can't decide about "Biker"; it sounds alternately like an embarrassingly bad cliche or a great closing to me, usually the former.

Hynde and her band are skillful and crafstmanlike on this CD, but are often recycling old sounds and hooks to make new and lesser songs that are enjoyable but ultimately forgettable. There are rare artists who manage to re-invent themselves in interesting ways on and off for decades, many who degenerate into self-parody or oldies bands, and then there are those like Hynde who are workmanlike, continue to create, and continue to please with the same sort of music, relying heavily on their early material. If you want to hear Chrissie Hynde doing new songs in great vocal form, no longer trying to sound like she's 30, you'll likely enjoy "Viva El Amor". If you're looking for truly great new songs or sounds, or haven't been satisfied by other Pretenders albums since the early 80s, "Viva El Amor" may not be for you. This is no "Pretenders" or "Learning to Crawl", it's just Chrissie Hynde making some good music.

4 good songs, some mediocre ones and some bad ones.......2003-10-30

This is the Pretenders seventh studio album. It was released in 1999. It has 12 tracks and is 45 minutes long. The songs are 3 to 5 minutes long. Sound quality is very good. The mix and sound are basic middle of the road rock.

Jeff Beck plays guitar on this CD. His presence is felt on some of the tracks. But, for the rest of the CD, it could be anyone on guitar.

This CD is similar to everyone the Pretenders have done since Learning to Crawl. A lot of short songs in a pop/rock tradition. Most of them contain a cute illusionary turn of a phrase (Nails in The Road). She puts enough of these songs on an album that some hit and some miss.

There are 4 very good songs on this album. I think some people immediately like this CD because it starts out so well with the song Popstar. The other good songs include Dragway 4Z and Legalise Me. The songs have the emotion and energy that makes the Pretenders so good.

The bad songs are pedistrian pop songs trying to find a clever hook. These include Baby's Breath (Why did you send me flowers/save them for someone's death/it's just baby's breath) and Nails in the Road (Everytime I try to get close to you/you throw nails in the road).

The CD ends up with the ridiculous Biker. She sings "You bring The Biker out in Me", but it is to a lush, mushy, heavily orchestrated tune. It is more like someone brought out the mother in her. If she is going to sing about being a biker, it should be to rough, energetic rock.

The good songs are in the 4 star category. There just aren't enough of them. Last of the Independents is a much better CD.

Pleasant Sounds.......2001-03-23

After several plays through, I found this collection of songs to one of the best releases of 1999. The opening song (Popstar) sets the pace for the whole record. It made me miss a good old rock and roll pop song absent from today's radio. The song even takes a slam at everything that is wrong with the music industry today. Chrissie Hynde has one of the best rock and roll voices the industry has ever heard. "One More Time" showcases her talents. I found this album much more accessible than "Last of the Independents". Her ensemble is tight. Musically, you will find a little bit of everything here..One in which I feel is a strength for the band. Chrissie Hynde has matured as a songwriter. You won't find teenage angst in this record. I am excited about the future of the Pretenders after listening to this album. Should this be their swan song, it is a good way to go out. Only fans will miss the sounds of the Pretenders.

Average customer rating: Great Guitars A good mix Great music CD collection for guitar music listeners This is a really good choice for your morning music CD Great music played by great musicians

Mad About Guitars Manufacturer: Deutsche Grammophon 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 Falla | Falla, Manuel de | ( F ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Granados, Enrique | ( G ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Domenico Scarlatti | Scarlatti, Domenico | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Tarrega | Tarrega, Francisco | ( T ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Sonatinas | Sonatas | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Renaissance (c.1450-1600) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Guitar | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Compilations | Classical | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Songs & Lieder | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Movie Scores | Soundtracks | Styles | Music Movie Soundtracks | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | 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 CDs $7 - $10 | Sonatas | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Sonatas | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music Deutsche Grammophon: Music | Specialty Stores | Music Similar Items: Mad about Piano Mad About Violins Mad About Baroque Mad about The Classics Mad About Bach ASIN: B000001GKH Release Date: 1993-07-13

Tracks:

1. Cavatina
2. Granada
3. Spanish Dance No. 5
4. Romance D'Amour
5. Fantasia For A Gentleman: Adagio
6. Fantasia For A Gentleman: Danza de las hachas
7. Malaguena
8. La Filla Del Marxant
9. The Three Cornered Hat: The Miller's Dance
10. Recuerdos de la Alhambra: Andante
11. Sonata: Presto
12. Concierto de Aranjuez: Adagio
13. Concierto de Aranjuez: Allegro gentile
14. Portrait
15. Sonata, K. 322: Allegro
16. Greensleeves
17. Georgia On My Mind
18. Fugue In G Minor - Bach

Customer Reviews:

Great Guitars.......2007-03-28

A really spectacular show of top guitarists in famous works
I enjoy it often and it inspires me when I write my columns

Leo Blok
(Journalist from the Netherlands)

A good mix.......2006-11-11

A good collection for someone fairly new to classical guitar. I have over 300 guitar recordings, but I still enjoyed this CD - a good one on the road, for example. Nice pieces and performances.

Great music CD collection for guitar music listeners.......2002-03-15

I really understand that there's no music CD could fulfill our satisfaction of music. But it does. I can find most of my favorite guitar classical songs here, and it's very nice listening them: Cavatina (from the Deer Hunter), Romance D'Amour, Recuerdos de la Alhambra, etc. I have several favorites not included in this album: Capricho Arabe-Lagrima-Adelita, and lucky me I have them on my other CDs. Go get this CD!! By buying this 1 CD, you'll have more than half of classical guitars you've ever wanted!

This is a really good choice for your morning music CD.......2001-11-08

There is something about classical guitar that is just so appropriate to background morning music as "Mad About Guitars" will quickly prove to you. Like most people, I am not overly familiar with classical guitar pieces; once you get past "Granada" I certainly could not name another work that I would expect to hear on such an album. The only other familiar pieces are "Greensleeves" and "Georgia on My Mind," and, yes, now that I think of it "Greensleeves" is a guitar piece, but then this album concludes with Bach's Fugue in G. So this collection is certainly going to broaden your horizons in terms of classical guitar. You will also come away with a great appreciation for Giran Sillscher, who plays the guitar on two-thirds of the selections. In fact, "Portrait," was written for Sillscher by Stanley Myers, which is certainly a nice testimonial to his skill. If you have a CD player in your alarm clock, this is an excellent choice for finding a happy home therein.

Great music played by great musicians.......2000-03-20

I think this CD is the best compilation of classical guitar music that's out there. Deutsche Grammophon has done a great job of picking the best pieces and the best players. Buy this CD!

Average customer rating: Essential listening for the guitar lover Brilliant For the love of a father, and of the music they shared The greatest guitarist in the world.This CD again shows why! His best solo CD yet!

Songs My Father Taught Me Manufacturer: Philips ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Mazurkas | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by J.S. Bach | Bach, Johann Sebastian | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Brahms | Brahms, Johannes | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Chopin | Chopin, Frédéric | ( C ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Schubert | Schubert, Franz | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Robert Schumann | Schumann, Robert | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Turina | Turina, Joaquin | ( T ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Lute | Instruments | Early Music | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Cello | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Guitar | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Lute | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Romero, Pepe | ( R ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Similar Items: The Art of Pepe Romero: Guitar Favorites The Royal Family of the Spanish Guitar Flamenco! Essential Guitar: 33 Guitar Masterpieces Antonio Vivaldi: Guitar Concertos, Los Romeros ASIN: B00000I93V Release Date: 1999-03-09

Tracks:

1. Fandanguillo
2. Cello Suite No. 3 In C, BWV 1009: Courante
3. Prelude In C Minor
4. Lute Suite In E, BWV 1006a: Gavotte
5. Album Fur Die Jugend, Op.68: Melodie
6. Album Fur Die Jugend, Op.68: Frohlicher Landmann
7. Album Fur Die Jugend, Op.68: Soldatenmarsch
8. Minuet No. 6
9. Minuet No. 7
10. Minuet No. 5
11. Estudio. La Mriposa
12. Madronos
13. Waltz, Op. 39 No. 15
14. Drei Deutsche Tanze
15. Mazurka in G Sharp Minor, Op. 33 No. 1
16. Danza Andaluza No. 1
17. Guasa (Danza)
18. Guajiras. Cuban Fantasy
19. Romanza
20. El Testament d'Amelia
21. El Noi de la Mare
22. Estudio XIX
23. Fantasia XVI
24. Cello Suite No. 3 In C, BWV 1009: Gavotta I & II

Customer Reviews:

Essential listening for the guitar lover.......2006-02-11

Pepe Romero's tribute to his late father Celedonio is not only a beautiful celebration of the life of one of the most important guitarists ever, but a great triumph simply on the merits of the pieces presented and the performances thereof. Of particular interest are the heartfelt renderings of transcriptions of piano works by Schumann, Brahms, Schubert and Chopin; while the Romero family has always taken pains to make sure the world has the opportunity to enjoy the riches of the Spanish guitar repetoire, Pepe's beautiful performances of the transcriptions referred to above allow him to display the full breadth of his musical understanding. Wonderful!

Brilliant.......2001-02-17

I can't add too much to what as already been said in praise of this wonderful CD. Pepe is brilliant. I recently saw him in concert and his confidence with the instrument blew me away. I have never seen such confident, fluid, beautiful movement on the classical guitar. And it comes out in the music.

Emotionally stunning, technically flawless, Pepe is the best and this is my favorite classical guitar record.

For the love of a father, and of the music they shared.......2000-01-25

This CD, a collection of songs that Pepe Romero learned from and shared with his father, is a finely, wonderfully, lovingly crafted work evoking in the listener the emotions that the music brings to Mr. Romero. They are all songs played not as displays of technical skill, though the skill is impressive, but as celebrations of the joy and love that music and relationships can bring. Ranging from pieces by Bach to Pepe's father, Celedonio, there isn't a clinker in the bunch, and much to be savored sweetly on a sunny morning with a coffee in hand.

The greatest guitarist in the world.This CD again shows why!.......1999-03-21

An inspiring, emotional tribute of repertory taught to Pepe Romero by his late father, Celedonio, who himself was an incredible guitarist and composer. Flawless technique, combined with Spanish heart and soul, set a standard for all other guitarists to emulate. Repertory ranges from beginning guitar pieces to flamenco-inspired pieces by his father. Also includes everything from Bach, Brahms, and Chopin to Spanish composer Moreno Torroba.

His best solo CD yet!.......1999-03-21

Pepe Romero is perhaps the most gifted guitarist living today, and it shows with this CD. A long time fan, I'm a little biased, but I would absolutely recommend this CD to any fan of the classic guitar. And it has a great and unusual variety of music. Great for beginning listeners.

Salsa Music:

1. El Pueblo Unido [Import]
2. En Hora Buena
3. Enamorate de un Ladron
4. Ese Soy Yo
5. Exitos
6. Exitos Del Momento
7. Exitos Y Mas Exitos
8. Fina Estampa
9. Guillermo Davila 5
10. Inolvidables

Salsa Music

salsa music

Salsa Music

Surfing With the Alien [Original recording remastered] [Import]

Beth Tomassetti & Matt Cooper

By Request

I Walk the Line: Country Legends

Believe

Cada Vez Mas Grande

Beyond a Doubt

Brahms: Liebeslieder Waltzes, Op52; Waltzes Op39

Always on My Mind/Best of [Import]

Agua Nueva [Import]

Antbox [Box set] [Import]

A Tribute to Norah Jones

Asian Wellness Dreams [Import]

Klein: Le Peche Originel; Sonata for piano

Shadow of the Cat