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“a fine effort, but too expensive” I have not had an opportunity to hear the newest release of this live performance under the Karajan Gold series, but have played through the original version twice. I cannot in all honesty say this is a definitively superior account to Karajan’s original studio recording done two years [...]

“One of the best recordings of Branderburg concertos” I own quite a few recordings of the Branderburg concertos (Suzuki, Saval, Boston Baroque…) this one is one of the best.
There is an evident feel of musical joy coming out of this recording. I can’t find other ways to describe it.
The musicians are enthusiastic about [...]

“Hello Sky, Hello Trees” While there are those individuals, less sophisticated than my wonderful self, who are wont to dismiss Debussy as music only for those whose horticural inclinations run contrary to the course of gravity, I would have to venture that they don’t know a good thing when they see one, and that [...]

“They’re opera singers. OPERA.” Ok, so I have been a fan of Broadway and Opera for quite some time, and I think most people can agree that there are distinct differences between the two genres. There is a difference in vocal training, tone, and style.
Renee Fleming and Bryn Terfel are amazing opera [...]

“Absolutely the best Lucia di Lammermoor around” Dame Joan Sutherland makes this Lucia special. I dare say the best there is. She is simple a miraculous singer with wonderful notes at her disposal that are well above high C. And she has the magnificent voice as well. I think one of the most [...]

“A Desert Island Recording…” This is one recording that lives up to its hype. On the podium, Fritz Reiner brings all of his storied strengths – an extraordinary sense of architecture, an outstanding ear for color, and an unparalleled (did someone say “sadistic”?) degree of discipline – to create the most beautifully conceived “Pictures” [...]

“not realy an “amazing grace”…” Of corse, an amazing voice of Kathleen battle… but for this title, I was expecting “more grace”, the titles are short and very different, more a “overview” low

“Extraordinary!” I am not an expert on music so the “technicals” are not what matters to me. The extradinary voice of Mr. Daniels HAS to be heard to be believed. No matter how many times I listen to the CD, I am amazed at his execution, his style, and the robustness [...]

“Reviwed For Pricing Purposes Only” I’m reviewing this only to provide availabilty and pricing info to compare with these inflated used prices.
As of 03/25/08, Amazon.uk (England) was offering as “New” this recording at 9 pounds (18 US dollars). It has a different cover, a copy of the original Lp issue cover, but it’s [...]

“Singing through a tunnel” True. This CD is a timeless masterpiece. I would have given it five stars if RCA/BMG would have done a better job remastering. Just listen to other 40’s/50’s artists like Perry Como, Nat King Cole and Peggy Lee – and you’ll notice the difference in sound quality. What did RCA/BMG [...]

“Fine collection of new and slightly used McCartney composito” There’s a lot of McCartney’s music that is perfectly suited to classical interpretation. What is here of the older material isn’t radically different than the originals although still pleasant. The new compositons, particularly A Leaf, Haymakers and Tuesday all show McCartney’s growth as a [...]

“Leon Fleisher Brahms Piano Concerti et al “ I have lone been a lover of the Brahms concerti. Recently on the radio, I caught the final movement of the #1 in d minor. The playing was astounding, breathing new life (for me) into the movement of the concerto that I preferred less. [...]

“Cynthia Harvey is the STAR of this ballet” I have seen many other versions of this ballet, but Ms. Harvey is superb. She outshown Mikail Baryshnikov. She is wonderful. I fully enjoyed the ballet, but most especially her excellent performance!

“A Study in Stark Philosophic Contrasts” I’m of the school of thought that believes it amply demonstrable that with few exceptions the work of modern composers is utterly unlistenable junk, an aesthetic reflection of the philosophic disintegration of the late 20th century. (N.B. – I’m also one who flatly refuses to sugar-coat a [...]

“My Favorite” This is my favorite play and cast recording because it was my first Broadway play. I had no idea who anyone was in the play except Sam Harris and that is why I went. After going to the show, I purchased the CD and it is awesome. It is [...]