Medieval and Renaissance: Minstrels, Songs & Dances Review

This was one of the first recordings of early music I ever bought.It's a broad survey of styles and periods, from the 12th to 17th centuries.I've become a more sohisticated listener since then, but I still get this one out fairly regularly.The recording is apparently old and the digital remastering was not done extraordinarily well, but those who are more interested in music than in audio equipment should be able to listen through the occasional (minor) vinyl surface noise.My major complaint (why I gave it 3 stars instead of 4) is the lack ofdocumentation--there is no information about the musicians, and many of the composers are uncredited (some because they actually are anonymous, but sometimes out of apparent laziness).Still, at this price it's a bargain.

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Medieval and Renaissance: Minstrels, Songs & Dances by Musica Antiqua
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Overdose d'Amore (The Ballads) Review

This album showcases Zucchero's greatest quality, his beautiful voice.Here, he melds Mediteranean rythms with soul and creates beautifully melodious songs.Zucchero is an amazing talent and is muchunderappreciated in America, take it from artists such as Miles Davis, Ericclapton, Sting and Bono who have worked with him.This is a beautiful cdthat anyone interested in his music should own.

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Along Gypsy Trails Review

This is NOT highlights from a radio broadcast, it IS the radio broadcast - in its entirety - with commentary/introduction from the host.After the radio broadcast portion, the quality on some of the tracks is poor and crackly, and one is not even professionally recorded.It is noted on the program that it is not a professional recording, but the synopsis here by Amazon does NOT reflect any of this.This is NOT what I was expecting in format OR quality.

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Composer/conductor Leon Zuckert was well known across the U.S. and Canada in the 1930s and 1940s through his long-running weekly radio broadcasts. This set offers highlights from his show, and performances of his compositions by various famous artists.

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Amore: Romantic Italian Love Songs Review

For over three decades Maestro Luciano Pavarotti has brought joy to human ears all around the world.Sure, the critics may scoff at the big arena concerts and at the later years' natural darkening of his voice.But wethe fans just know that listening to him lifts our spirits and opens ourhearts to the glory of human voice.
And that's exactly what thiscollection is all about.To compile it, the Decca producers used materialfrom three albums: "Arias" (his earliest), "FavoriteNeapolitan Songs" and "Passione," as well as some completeopera recordings such as "La Boheme" and "Rigoletto." The song "La Danza," Rossini's engaging tarantella is from a rarealbum "Pavarotti in Concert in Bologna" with Richard Bonynge. Most of these selections, therefore, are from 60s and 70s, in other words,Pavarotti's prime years.As he was establishing himself as one of theall-time greatest tenors on stage, he gave an all-out effort on recordings. And it shows.Listen to the vocal line in "Che gelida manina";the breath control on "la speranza" is truly unbelievable.Thereis his signature aria "Nessun Dorma" and, of course, a song oftenmistaken for Italian National Anthem - Di Capua's "O SoleMio!"
In addition to magnificent vocal pyrotechnics, Pavarotti'sconsiderable acting-with-voice skills are represented on such demandingarias as "Celeste Aida" and "Vesti la Giubba".Andit's a real treat to hear his Duca singing sparkling "La donna emobile."
This is an excellent introduction to opera as well as adelightful morsel for seasoned fans.I found that it also makes a greatgift idea; after all, no one can resist Pavarotti after the final"Vincero!"

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Mediterranean Lullaby Review

I was looking for a lullaby cd that wasn't "kid's music" and that would reflect my baby's Meditteranean heritage. This cd is so beautiful some of the songs bring tears to my eyes. I listen to it every night, and will do so when my baby arrives. I can't recommend this cd enough.

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Classical Music for People Who Hate Classical Music [Box set] Review

This compilation offers the most popular themes and familiar tunes in small doses, in a sampler.Unless you've lived under a rock, you can't have helped but have heard of some of these tunes, whether at a wedding, or as background music to some action scene in a movie.You get 4 CDs for the price of 1, so it's a great value, and who cares if they are not the most famous orchestras or performers.The only thing is that the pieces are somewhat abridged, and are designed to please the uninitiated, hence ear-candy.Good enough to whet your appetite for something more substantial and a start a music appreciation.

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Early Music Festival / David Munrow, Early Music Consort Review

The first disc in this collection is delightful.David Munrow's recorder is a genuine treat.The vocal parts blend well and create a festive atmosphere.The Early Music Consort of London offer a splendid performance.By contrast, the second disc, which features Musica Reservata, is a bit disappointing. Two of the solo voices on disc two are harsh, detracting from an otherwise pleasant recording.They may fairly represent the performing style of sixteenth century Florence, but that is small consolation for the twentieth century ear.Nonetheless, the virtues of the first disc are sufficient to warrant purchasing this collection.Munrow is magnificent.

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