| 1. Women of Ireland |
| 2. Planxty Irwin |
| 3. Four Green Fields |
| 4. My Laggan Love |
| 5. Belive Me If All Those Endearing Young Charms |
| 6. Rocky Road to Dublin |
| 7. Eleanor Plunkett |
| 8. Carrickfergus |
| 9. Harp That Once Through Tara's Halls |
| 10. West Wind |
| 11. Avondale |
| 12. Star of the County Down |
| 13. Blind Mary |
| 14. Galway Races |
| 15. Londonderry Air |
| 16. Summertime |
| 17. Foggy Dew |
| 18. She Moved Thro' the Fair |
| 19. Lonesome Boatman |
Spirit of Ireland,The Gardyne Chamber Ensemble,Crimson Productions,Celtic/Irish,Int'l & World Music,Pop
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Spirit of Ireland
ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00008IHPI Release Date: 2003-01-07 |
Tracks:
- Over The Hills
- The Fairy Ring
- The Shore Of Kinsale
- Cherish Ladies
- The Festival
- Shadows of the Myst
- Song Of The Silkie
- Morning Ride
- Call Of The Sea
- Farewell to Coolman.
Album Description
In the tradition of international musical phenomenon's RIVERDANCE and LORD OF THE DANCE, Spirit of Ireland captures the wonder and enchantment of the Emerald Isle with breathtaking energy and heartfelt emotion. This collection of original Celtic music by acclaimed producer and composer David Arkenstone is sure to become a classic and a staple for collectors of Celtic/New Age recordings.Customer Reviews:
Falls a little flat.......2006-08-29
Spirit vs. Book.......2003-12-06
I'm not saying the Spirit is a bad CD, because it is not (if you own it you know) but there is a difference between good and excellent. And that is the difference between the Spirit and the Book. If you are considering buying the Spirit I strongly suggest at least to listen to the Book first; if you already own the Book: the Spirit has nothing extra to offer you.
But all this is of course our personal opinion, everyone is free to think of it otherwise. And one thing is sure: Arkenstone's music is superb !
Kind regards,
Marianne and Hans.
Welcome back to Eireann!.......2003-08-11
One thing I love about this music is that every instrument when you hear it rings out loud and crisp and clear, from delicate harp and ocassional piano to soaring flutes and whistles to lovely stringwork and the pounding beat of the bodhran (the Celtic goatskin drum). The instrumentation is very nice here. VERY nice indeed.
Over The Hills- As is fitting for the beginning track, this starts off slowly with a kind of mystical feel, then picks up with bodhran drumming and heavy use of the violin or fiddle. It really does give you a feel of galloping thorough lush meadows on horseback, perhaps seeing mountains in the distance. At least it did for me.
The Fairy Ring- This piece is fast too. Fairly fast to me anyway. It has the same energy as Over The Hills, but to me it feels more like a celebration. It seems to suggest a festive or mystical dance, rather than the beginning of an epic adventure or battle.
The Shore Of Kinsale- There is only one word for this track. BEAUTIFUL. Soaring whistles and flute and absolutely lovely violin work capture the spirit of Ireland with a great emotional tug. When I envsion the natural beauty of Ireland in my head, I usually imagine hearing a tune like this.
Cherish Ladies- No this is not a tribute to the famous all female Irish band. This is another festive peice that is sort of mid-range as far as tempo goes. When I hear it, I envision either lovely lasses dancing in a circle, or a big clan gathering where everybody is happy to be home.
The Festival- This is easily the fastest cut on the album, with driving bodrhan, strings and violin work and some other instruments too. It's party time, get on your dancing shoes, you don't want to miss the fun. That's what this track is. Fun and playful and happy. I actually found myself smiling and chuckling to it and at it, but in a GOOD way. It's funny and happy and playful without being silly or goofy. It's a great track and just plain fun to hear.
Shadows Of The Myst- This is easily the most distinctive cut on the CD. It is performed mostly with keyboard effects, some of which sound vaguely choral in nature to me, and lovely plucked or strummed string work. It captures a mystical feeling of awe and wonder, rather than the festive feel of the earlier pieces on the CD.
Song Of The Selkie- Like the Shore Of Kinsale, there is only one word for this piece to me. It's lovely.
Morning Ride- This piece is great and struck a very emotional chord for me. It is lighthearted and airy, almost noble-sounding. It does not invoke the feeling of a raucous horse race or adventure as Over The Hills did for me. Rather, when I hear this a picture an Irish Cheiftain or king out in the meadows with his queen or Lady as they enjoy a leisurely morning ride together out over the meadows, glens, and lakes of thier home. Nice and relaxing and very emotional. I love it.
Call Of The Sea- This a yet another excellent peice of work. For me it does a perfect job of capturing the beauty of the Irish coast and the loneliness of a sailor's life, but also the love a man or woman might feel towards the ocean if they spent their lives on or around it.
Farewell To Coolman- As the opener of the CD "Over The Hills" was fast and adenturous, this tune, the closer, is slow, stately, and a bit somber. It is reverent and has a noble sound with a touch of sadness in it. It is for me a very emotional piece that makes me envision the clans of Ireland saying a tender and loving farewell to one of their own, perhaps like a a noble king who has been slain after a valiant effort in an epic and heroic battle.
In short, this tribute to Ireland in music is a grand one. It really does capture her beautiful and majestic spirit, and it does her justice. Give it a shot. You just might love it like I do. God bless you all. Always. Thanks for reading this review. Peace. :)
BEAUTIFUL...............2003-04-10
IS ALIKE IN MANY WAYS. BUT MAINLY IT IS BEAUTIFUL.
THIS CD, AS ALL DAVID ARKENSTONE CDS, IS WONDERFUL. HE IS ONE OF
THE MOST GIFTED COMPOSER/PRODUCER/MUSICIANS ALIVE TODAY. EVERY
THING HE DOES IS WONDERFUL AND WITHOUT EQUAL.
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS CD TO THOSE WHO LOVE GODD IRISH MUSIC.
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The High & The Mighty
Richard Kaufman , London Symphony Orchestra , and (Soundtrack) Manufacturer: Varese Sarabande ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000BRD720 Release Date: 2005-11-22 |
Tracks:
- The High And The Mighty - Dimitri Tiomkin
- Those Magnificent Men In Their Flying Machines - Ron Goodwin
- The Boy Who Could Fly - Bruce Broughton
- Spitfire - Sir William Walton
- Spitfire - Sir William Walton
- E.T. The Extraterrestrial - John Williams
- The Spirit Of St. Louis - Franz Waxman
- The Great Waldo Pepper - Henry Mancini
- Out Of Africa - John Barry
- 633 Squadron - Ron Goodwin
- Airplane! - Elmer Bernstein
- The Last Starfighter - Craig Safan
- The Tuskegee Airmen - Lee Holdridge
- Star Trek: The Motion Picture - Jerry Goldsmith
- A Century Of Flight - Brian Shyer
Customer Reviews:
The High & The Mighty.......2007-07-20
A Perfect Recording.......2005-12-03
Richard Kaufman and the London Symphony Orchestra have created an album featuring some of film music's greatest moments, all of them related to flight. The title track, "The High and the Mighty" features a theme that literally soars, capturing the sweeping energy and pensive drama of the film. Bruce Broughton's "The Boy Who Could Fly" is a beautifully lyrical and tender work.
There are many great films about military flight and fliers, and this recording features some of the best music of the genre. One of the highlights of this album is the great Prelude and Fugue from "Spitfire" by Sir William Walton. One feels the tension and courage exhibited by the great pilots of the RAF. Ron Goodwin's "633 Squadron" and Craig Safan's "The Last Starfighter" are two significant contributions to the genre.
Some of the best loved music about flying is from comedies, and there is no funnier and more clever score than the one Elmer Bernstein created for "Airplane!" Featuring a choir that literally screams, this music is laugh-out-loud funny. With it's homage to John William, "Airplane!" is joined on this disc by one of the greatest pieces of "flying" music ever written - John Williams' brilliant Flying Theme from "E.T. The Extraterrestrial."
While the music itself is brilliant, the performance by Richard Kaufman and the London Symphony is breathtaking. This orchestra has a long history of performing the soundtracks for motion pictures, but this recording features performances that are, for the most part, even better than the originals. The brass plays with more richness and the strings with more finesse than can be heard in a movie theater.
Richard Kaufman has created a perfect album - a compilation of film music built around the theme of flight that covers every emotion, every nuance and every sensation of the genre - performed with more skill and passion than has ever been captured on a recording before. You have to hear this one!
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English Hymn 1
Manufacturer: Hyperion UK ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000038I68 Release Date: 1999-12-14 |
Tracks:
- Christ Triumpant, Ever Reigning (Guiting Power)
- How Shall I Sing That Majesty [Coe Fen]
- Like a Mighty River Flowing (Old Yeavering)
- Father, Hear the Prayer We Offer (Cypress Court)
- I Vow to Thee, My Country (Thaxted)
- We Sing the Praise of Him Who Died (Bow Brickhill)
- I, Lord of Sea and Sky (Here I Am, Lord)
- All My Hope on God If Founded (Michael)
- Give Me the Wings of Faith (San Rocco)
- Lord Jesus Christ (Living Lord)
- For All the Saints (Sine Nomine)
- My Song Is Love Unknown (Love Unknown)
- Praise the Lord of Heaven (Vicars' Close)
- Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken (Abbot's Leigh)
- Come Down, O Love Divine (Down Ampney)
- Hark What a Sound, and Too Divine for Hearing (Highwood)
- King of Glory, King of Peace (Redland)
- Holy Spirti, Ever Dwelling [Salisbury]
- For the Fruit of His Creation [East Acklam]
- Lead, Kindly Light (Alberta)
- Lord, for the Years Your Love Has Kept and Guided (Lord of the Years)
- Thy Hand, O God, Has Guided (Thorbury)
Customer Reviews:
a voice teacher and early music fan.......2007-02-05
The opening hymn:'Christ, triumphant, ever reigning' is a good opener in that it is quick and begins with the boy sopranos and immediately gets your attention. John Barnard's majestic 'Guiting Power' tune sweeps the words up in a wide-ranging,flowing melody that creates from them a fine hymn.
'I, the Lord of sea and sky(Here I am, Lord) is a truly striking hymn! The words of this song begin with a proclamation in the verses; this is answered in the refrain by the singer's commitment to service. This is reflected in the tune. The melody for the verses has a vigorous movement to proclaim the work of God in creation, His continuing love for that creation,and His call for service. Both the words and music are by the American Jesuit musician Daniel L. Schutte, who has served both on college campuses and in parish ministry.
'All My Hope On God Is Founded' the tune of which is written by Herbert Howells and is called 'Michael'in memory of his son who died in childhood. It is a lovely melody and the words suit it very well.
The composer Ralph Vaughan Williams was the music editor of the 'English Hymnal'. The most widely used of his own tunes was the 'Monk's Gate' which he created from a folk tune. It is subtly contrived, as the rhythm of the alleluias shows. 'Sine nomine' simply means without a name.The resulting hymn is 'For All the Saints'.
The Wells Cathedral Choir under the direction of Malcolm Archer accompanied by Rupert Gough on the organ have produced an excellent disc.
Dan Schutte's Here I Am, Lord.......2001-01-08
Dan Schutte's Here I Am, Lord.......2001-01-08
God is an Englishman.......2000-06-05
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Riverdance on Broadway
Original Cast Recording Manufacturer: Decca U.S. ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00004SZVU Release Date: 2000-05-02 |
Tracks:
- Reel Around The Sun
- The Heart's Cry
- The Countess Cathleen
- Caoineadh Cu Chulainn (Lament)
- Shivna
- Firedance
- At The Edge Of The World
- Slip Into Spring
- Riverdance
- American Wake (The Nova Scotia Set)
- Lift The Wings
- Amanzi
- I Will Set You Free
- Let Freedom Ring
- Macedonian Morning
- Marta's Dance/The Russian Dervish
- Ri Ra
- Endless Journey
Amazon.com
There have been moments when it seemed every shopping mall in the Western world had succumbed to Riverdance, when every speaker and video monitor in every store and public square was pulsing with the rhythmic Celtic beat of a score of vibrant young hoofers tapping fervently to fiddle and tin-whistle. The phenomenon has now gone Broadway, and composer Bill Whelan--who's done for his native Irish folk music what Freddie Mercury and Queen did for Italian opera--has raised the musical stakes considerably. Whelan's familiar, amped-up take on the Chieftains is supplemented here by harmonically brave a cappella refrains and even the fusion-minded use of Spanish guitar and flamenco rhythms. Whelan has written six new songs for this production, which features vocals by Brian Kennedy and Tsidii Le Loka (who has appeared in Broadway's The Lion King as Rafiki). The album thus presents the most comprehensive and up-to-date version of the evolving Riverdance phenomenon. Whelan is what many critics hate most--a consistent crowd pleaser. --Jerry McCulleyCustomer Reviews:
Good for easy listening, not the thrilling stuff.......2005-02-11
And the rest of the good stuff attributed to something as famous as this one.
This CD lacks the thrill and excitment which Riverdance: Music From The Show [SOUNDTRACK] ASIN: B000005B2O this CD has, however this is a excellent CD for those audiance who love riverdance and usually go very easy on their ears, and not looking for riverdance to increase their heart rate 1 and a half the normal. I am very passionate about music, I said precisely "passionate". so this is not a good buy for me.
A perfect supplement.......2004-11-28
Inspired, heartfelt and stunning!.......2003-12-31
A wonderful facelift for an enduring Celtic classic...........2002-07-02
One of the most pleasing aspects for me was the addition of vocals by Brian Kennedy, a singer from Belfast with a voice of spun gold whose voice adds a remarkable dose of Irish pathos. I was familiar with some of Brian's other works: he was a backup singer with Van Morrison for several years, has appeared as a guest artist on at least a dozen albums, and recently recorded a beautiful track on the new Secret Garden release "Once In A Red Moon" titled "You Lift Me Up." His smooth, soulful voice is a much-needed lift to Riverdance favourites such as "Lift the Wings" and "Reel Around the Sun," and a driving force for the new songs (including "At the Edge of the World" and "Endless Journey"). Unfortunately, Brian is relatively unknown in North America and the majority of his albums are only available in the UK.
Also, Tsidii Le Loka (Rafiki in the Lion King on Broadway) is a spectacular regal presence that truly imparts a new African feel (most evident on the new song "Amanzi") to a tried-and-true show.
Other than the six new songs and the additions of two new singers, the album closely follows the Riverdance: Music from the Show formula. It is a foot-tapping blend of Celtic, flamenco, Eastern, and African, blending low whistles, accordion, Uillean pipes, fiddle and percussion, with performances by such notable musicians as Davy Spillane, Eileen Ivers, Tommy Hayes and Maire Breatnach. Riverdance on Broadway is perfect for Riverdance fans, stepdancers, and fans of Irish/ world music.
Extraordinary Album!.......2001-07-28
The show I saw featured Athena Tergis on fiddle, although I don't believe she performed on this album. If you like this genre, you might consider her excellent album, Journey Begun, as well.
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Spirit of England II
Manufacturer: Nimbus Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B0000037GB Release Date: 1995-10-03 |
Tracks:
- Ste: The Planets, Op.32: Mars, The Bringer Of War - Philharmonia Orch/William Boughton
- Ste: The Planets, Op.32: Venus, The Bringer Of Peace - Philharmonia Orch/William Boughton
- Ste: The Planets, Op.32: Mercury, The Winged Messenger - Philharmonia Orch/William Boughton
- Ste: The Planets, Op.32: Jupiter, The Bringer Of Jollity - Philharmonia Orch/William Boughton
- Ste: The Planets, Op.32: Saturn, The Bringer Of Old Age - Philharmonia Orch/William Boughton
- Ste: The Planets, Op.32: Uranus, The Magician - Philharmonia Orch/William Boughton
- Ste: The Planets, Op.32: Neptune, The Mystic - Philharmonia Orch/William Boughton
- The Perfect Fool, Op.39: Ballet Music - Philharmonia Orch/William Boughton
Tracks:
- Vars On An Original Theme, Enigma, Op.36: Enigma - English SO/William Boughton
- Vars On An Original Theme, Enigma, Op.36: I. C.A.E. - English SO/William Boughton
- Vars On An Original Theme, Enigma, Op.36: II. H.D.S.P. - English SO/William Boughton
- Vars On An Original Theme, Enigma, Op.36: III. R.B.T. - English SO/William Boughton
- Vars On An Original Theme, Enigma, Op.36: IV. W.M.B. - English SO/William Boughton
- Vars On An Original Theme, Enigma, Op.36: V. R.P.A. - English SO/William Boughton
- Vars On An Original Theme, Enigma, Op.36: VI. Ysobel - English SO/William Boughton
- Vars On An Original Theme, Enigma, Op.36: VII. Troyte - English SO/William Boughton
- Vars On An Original Theme, Enigma, Op.36: VIII. W.N. - English SO/William Boughton
- Vars On An Original Theme, Enigma, Op.36: IX. Nimrod - English SO/William Boughton
- Vars On An Original Theme, Enigma, Op.36: X. Dorabella - English SO/William Boughton E
- Vars On An Original Theme, Enigma, Op.36: XI. G.R.S. - English SO/William Boughton
- Vars On An Original Theme, Enigma, Op.36: XII. B.G.N. - English SO/William Boughton
- Vars On An Original Theme, Enigma, Op.36: XIII. *** (Romanza) - English SO/William Boughton
- Vars On An Original Theme, Enigma, Op.36: XIV. E.D.U. (Finale) - English SO/William Boughton
- The Wand Of Youth Ste No.2, Op.1b: I. March - English Str Orch/William Boughton
- The Wand Of Youth Ste No.2, Op.1b: II. The Little Bells, Scherzino - English Str Orch/William Boughton
- The Wand Of Youth Ste No.2, Op.1b: III. Moths And Butterflies, Dance - English Str Orch/William Boughton
- The Wand Of Youth Ste No.2, Op.1b: IV. Fountain Dance - English Str Orch/William Boughton
- The Wand Of Youth Ste No.2, Op.1b: V. The Tame Bear - English Str Orch/William Boughton
- The Wand Of Youth Ste No.2, Op.1b: VI. The Wild Bears - English Str Orch/William Boughton
- An English Ste: I. Prld - English Str Orch/William Boughton
- An English Ste: II. In Minuet Style - English Str Orch/William Boughton
- An English Ste: III. Saraband - English Str Orch/William Boughton
- An English Ste: IV. Pastoral - English Str Orch/William Boughton
- An English Ste: V. Air - English Str Orch/William Boughton
- An English Ste: VI. Frolic - English Str Orch/William Boughton
Tracks:
- Eclogue - Martin Jones
- There Is A Willow Grows Aslant A Brook - English Str Orch/William Boughton
- Florida Ste: Daybreak - English SO/William Boughton
- Florida Ste: By The River - English SO/William Boughton
- Florida Ste: Sunset - English SO/William Boughton
- Florida Ste: At Night - English SO/William Boughton
Tracks:
- Ov: The Wasps - English SO/William Boughton
- A Downland Ste: Minuet - English Str Orch/William Boughton
- Henry V: Two Pieces: Passacaglia: Death Of Falstaff - English Str Orch/William Boughton
- Henry V: Two Pieces: Touch Her Soft Lips And Part - English Str Orch/William Boughton
- Ser: I. Vivace - English Str Orch/William Boughton
- Ser: II. Andantino - English Str Orch/William Boughton
- Ser: III. Allegro Moderato - English Str Orch/William Boughton
- Ser: IV. Lento - English Str Orch/William Boughton
- Four Sea Interludes: Dawn - English SO/William Boughton
- Four Sea Interludes: Sunday Morning - English SO/William Boughton
- Four Sea Interludes: Moonlight - English SO/William Boughton
- Four Sea Interludes: Storm - English SO/William Boughton
- The Young Person's Guide To The Orch - English SO/William Boughton
Customer Reviews:
Surpassingly beautiful.......2001-08-02
Just one final note about Eclogue: composer Gerald Finzi worked on this piece for piano and orchestra for decades (l920s - 1956) and died before it was named or performed. It was first performed in a memorial concert dedicated to Finzi. This piece is truly a passionate and fitting elegy for a supremely-talented composer. There is a brief section in the work which is performed in triple time. Without fail, whenever I listen to it, my heart starts to beat in triple time, my throat tightens and I have to take a moment to recover. It is a rare work that can evoke such a strong response.
Magnificent selection of British music--light and serious.......2000-06-14
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The Spirit of St. Louis
Manufacturer: RCA Fs Imports ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00004LMQK Release Date: 2004-11-16 |
Tracks:
- Spirit of St. Louis/Prelude
- Spirit of St. Louis/Building the Spirit
- Spirit of St. Louis/New York to Cape Cod
- Spirit of St. Louis/Nova Scotia
- Spirit of St. Louis/St. John
- Spirit of St. Louis/Asleep
- Spirit of St. Louis/Ireland
- Spirit of St. Louis/Plymouth
- Spirit of St. Louis/Landing at le Bourget
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Spirit of Uluru
Various Artists Manufacturer: Laserlight ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000040JL9 Release Date: 2002-09-30 |
Tracks:
- Spirit of Uluru
- Noorooma: Myths and Magic
- Ilingka: The Dreamtime
- Bieningana: Eternal Sunrise
- Sacred River
- Kiparra: Awakenings
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Spirit of the Nation
Wolfe Tones Manufacturer: Celtic ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B00005JGTO Release Date: 2005-12-19 |
Tracks:
- Dingle Bay
- No Irish Need Apply
- Down by the Glenside
- Bold Fenian Men
- Paddle Your Own Canoe
- Padraic Pearse
- Lough Sheelin Eviction
- Song of the Celts
- Butterfly
- Protestant Men
- Only Our Rivers Run Free
- Saint Patrick Was a Gentleman
- Ireland Unfree
- Carolan's Concerto
- Streets of New York
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Spirit of the Nation
Wolfe Tones Manufacturer: Shanachie ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000000E0Q Release Date: 1991-09-30 |
Tracks:
- Dingle Bay
- No Irish Need Apply
- Down By The Glenside
- Bold Fenian Men
- Paddle Your Own Canoe
- Padraic Pearse
- The Lough Sheelin Eviction
- Song Of The Celts
- Butterfly
- Protestant Men
- Only Our Rivers Run Free
- Saint Patrick Was A Gentleman
- Ireland Unfree
- Carolan's Concerto
- Streets Of New York
Customer Reviews:
Great range songs,from rebelion to immagration,wonderful........1999-06-10
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Spirit Of Uluru: Music Of Australian Aborigine
Various Artists Manufacturer: Delta ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000006N1U Release Date: 1998-03-31 |
Tracks:
- The Spirit Of Uluru
- Noorooma: Myths And Magic
- Ilingka: The Dreamtime
- Bieningana: Eternal Sunrise
- Sacred River
- Kiparra: Awakenings
Customer Reviews:
Great Music!.......2005-07-27
It's hard to complain when it costs $6.......2004-04-29
Well..........2001-02-20
Don't miss this!.......2000-04-03
A great intro for those who want to sample Native Australian music,at a price that can't be beat. It's one of my favorites.
World Music:
- Tezerdi
- The Eternal Spirit
- The Music of Puerto Rico / Tribute to Rafael Hernandez
- Tiro De Bodoque [Import]
- Traditional Music from Central Java
- Tu Emamorado
- Um Amor Assim [Import]
- Unity Riddim Sessions Vol 1
- Verte Campagne [Import]
- Virgem Sertao Roseano [Import]
World Music
Classical Broadway [Cast Recording]
Chant Gregorien: Messe du temps Pascal 2
Diary of Alicia Keys [Enhanced] [Import]
Decade: Ten Years of Fierce Panda [Import]
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 "Choral"