Classical Corner Classical Music Corner (thread #14)

Discussion in 'Music Corner' started by George P, Aug 5, 2010.

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  1. Graphyfotoz

    Graphyfotoz Forum Classaholic

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    Wonder how many was in that entire set?
    IF one had every volume I bet that's a valuable OOP set!
     
  2. George P

    George P Notable Member Thread Starter

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    81 volumes, I think. They were previously available as a set (check out how the spines form a photo, very cool):

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    I'm after all the mono recordings, when he was more extroverted.

    BTW, that volume one Tchaikovsky is wonderful! Great power, excitement and beauty.
     
  3. coopmv

    coopmv Newton 1/30/2001 - 8/31/2011

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  4. coopmv

    coopmv Newton 1/30/2001 - 8/31/2011

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    Were these all remastered by Ward Marston? I clearly missed the original discussion ...
     
  5. George P

    George P Notable Member Thread Starter

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    I think only the early ones.
     
  6. coopmv

    coopmv Newton 1/30/2001 - 8/31/2011

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    And these CD's are all released by RCA?
     
  7. George P

    George P Notable Member Thread Starter

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  8. Graphyfotoz

    Graphyfotoz Forum Classaholic

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    Makes you wonder if they REALLY sell for those prices!
    I personally don't know anyone who could/would afford that kinda moola for one CD.

    Speak of which.....notice some of the Amazon prices?
    Some CD's they are trying to get more for em used that they are priced new.
    EX: New $8.00 Used starting at $15
     
  9. George P

    George P Notable Member Thread Starter

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    True, but in this case it's 2 CDs.

    I know, I am grabbing those $8 ones when I can. I love the packaging/mastering/performances on these CDs.
     
  10. Graphyfotoz

    Graphyfotoz Forum Classaholic

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    I hear ya.....Classical Music CD's are like anything else collectible....they are only worth what someone is willing to pay.
    The most I have ever paid for a OOP is like $30.
     
  11. George P

    George P Notable Member Thread Starter

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    I've paid $100 two or three times. Not for classical though. :hide:

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  12. Graphyfotoz

    Graphyfotoz Forum Classaholic

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    Since I see we are on a "Festive" theme....got this playing now. :cheers:

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  13. coopmv

    coopmv Newton 1/30/2001 - 8/31/2011

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    Most of the mono recordings on CD's I have are the Naxos Historical - Schnabel, Cortot and a few Karajan with the Vienna Symphony, etc. You no doubt have far more historical recordings than I do. CD is almost a godsend for these historical recordings. No matter how good a job MOT/Marston does with the remastering/reconstruction, we would not have enjoyed these works as much if they were transferred back to vinyl ...
     
  14. Graphyfotoz

    Graphyfotoz Forum Classaholic

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    What is the complete story about this marking?

    I see it's on a few different recording labels for that Festival.
    Was it also on some of the old records for this event?
    I never saw it till recently on some of the old remastered CD's.

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  15. Graphyfotoz

    Graphyfotoz Forum Classaholic

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    How are those? (Sound Quality and such)
    I'm thinking of working a few of those into my collection.
    Esp Furtwangler.

    ALMOST.....I think it's brought a whole new light to those old recordings.
    DEFINITELY gives us all a re-newed chance to enjoy em where they would have been lost forever.
    IMHO of course! :D

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  16. George P

    George P Notable Member Thread Starter

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    First class transfers, but since they are using historical recordings, there will be inherent limitations.
     
  17. no.nine

    no.nine (not his real name)

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    VIVA VIVALDI

    Performed by Musical Offering

    1. Chamber Concerto, for flute, oboe, violin, bassoon & continuo in G minor, RV 107
    2. Trio Sonata for violin, cello & continuo in C minor, RV 83
    3. Chamber Concerto ('La pastorella'), for recorder or violin, oboe or violin, violin, bassoon & continuo in D major, RV 95
    4. Sonata for oboe & continuo in C minor, RV 53
    5. Chamber Concerto, for recorder, oboe, violin, bassoon & continuo in D major, RV 94


    CD (Nonesuch 9 79067-2)
     
  18. Graphyfotoz

    Graphyfotoz Forum Classaholic

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    I've noticed a fair amount of Vivaldi posted lately.

    Here is one worthy of your listening pleasure. :righton:
    A Spectacular CD I added to my collection recently.

    Reviews:

    "Vivaldi-playing with a commendably light, athletic touch. The disc is superbly recorded, allowing us to revel in every sonorous detail of solo and continuo playing alike. Strongly recommended." -- NA, Gramophone

    "The Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra have been creeping quietly into the upper echelon of period instrument orchestras. With this record, they have jumped the queue! The recording? In a word, stunning!" -- Anthony Kershaw, Audiophilia online magazine

    "The slow movements are magnificent throughout, informed with heartbreaking intimacy and a true spirit of improvisation, and the wonderful solo playing will thrill both Vivaldi aficionados and the best sound systems." -- Laurence Vittes, CI Classical Review


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  19. Graphyfotoz

    Graphyfotoz Forum Classaholic

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    Also found this on the above Vivaldi RR HDCD (RR-77)

    From RR:
    America's most exciting original-instrument ensemble makes an auspicious RR debut with the infectious music of Antonio Vivaldi. These six concertos, some of which are otherwise unavailable on CD, showcase the virtuosity of the orchestra's wind players and violin soloist Elizabeth Blumenstock. The sound of the High Baroque has never has never been more vivid!

    More Reviews:

    1998 Grammy® Nominee -- "BEST CHORAL PERFORMANCE"

    NICHOLAS McGEGAN and the PHILHARMONIA BAROQUE ORCHESTRA
    "The country's leading early-music orchestra" --The New York Times

    "A many splendored recording." --The New York Times
     
  20. coopmv

    coopmv Newton 1/30/2001 - 8/31/2011

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    Now playing this CD, which arrived late last week ...

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  21. coopmv

    coopmv Newton 1/30/2001 - 8/31/2011

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    I have a number of CD's by the PBO and McGegan, which stacks up quite well against many European baroque ensembles. It is also miles ahead of the Boston Baroque IMO ...
     
  22. john greenwood

    john greenwood Senior Member

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    The labels on the disc are the SACD labels. And remember some of the releases (e.g. the operas) were two disc sets.
     
  23. john greenwood

    john greenwood Senior Member

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    Have you heard the SACD?
     
  24. Robin L

    Robin L Musical Omnivore

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    Szell's SACD? No, but I have his Eroica with Cleveland on SACD and the SQ isn't really all that inspiring. Dohnányi's "New World" is early digital. I think by then Decca had already developed 18-bit A/D convertors—some of Decca's early digital productions are exceptional, this one is very fine. In any case, I never was in love with Szell's "New World."
     
  25. Bronth

    Bronth Active Member

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    Good evening!

    Revisiting this Beethoven 9th right now. A recording for ages, even on a desert island.

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