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Puccini - La Boheme / Pavarotti, Scotto, Niska, Wixell, Plishka, Levine, Metropolitan Opera

Childrens Toy Shop > Classical Music > Classical Music
starring: Renata Scotto, Luciano Pavarott, Maralin Niska, Ingvar Wixell, James Levine

October 11, 2005
This production was filmed live at the met in 1977 and it's an affecting one.
I had seen Renata Scotto perform as Musetta in another production with Carreras and that performance was quite memorable so i really looked forward to seeing her as Mimi.
Scotto performs from the soul and from the heart and it's a very moving experience to hear and see her perform.
Her singing is so poetic with such sensitive artful display of dynamics to convey the words she is singing.
This is a performance not about ego but about art.
There's a moment in the final scene when she's in bed and everybody has left and she slowly rises with such fragile strain out of the bed to stand and it's simply heartbreaking.
Bravo Ms. Scotto. ... Read More:

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Fiesta

Childrens Toy Shop > Classical Music > Classical Music
from: Deutsche Grammophon

July 22, 2008
I am not an orquestra player, but I would not play this at my next party.

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Baby Einstein: Lullaby Classics, Vol. 2

Childrens Toy Shop > Classical Music > Classical Music
from: Buena Vista

December 19, 2006
It has different classical music composers and music selections. If you bought the Baby Bach, Bay Mozart #1 and #2, there will be some repeats. I still enjoy the music selections of the other composers.

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Time to Say Goodbye

Childrens Toy Shop > Classical Music > Classical Music
by: Sarah Brightman, London Symphony Orchestra

September 23, 1997
Arguably the least flawed of her albums, Brightman's "Time To Say Goodbye" is a collection of songs (new and classic standards) which could argue were written exclusively for her. Flawless duets galore and high notes that bring tears to listeners, her powerful voice generates more emotion with its dramatic storytelling than any film actress alive could do with the same material, using voice and facial emotion. A must have for fans, and those interested in La Divina for the 1980s and beyond.

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Andre Rieu - The Homecoming

Childrens Toy Shop > Classical Music > Classical Music
starring: Andre Rieu

September 26, 2006
It is easy to underestimate the quality of Andre Rie's orchestra; they are simply the most versatile orchestra in the world. What can't they do? And in his home town, they are masterful. You know it's umusual to find a group that is so joyful, so full of enthusiasm -- it just rubs off on you. Hooray for Andre!

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Chant

Childrens Toy Shop > Classical Music > Classical Music
by: Gregorian Chant, The Benedictine Monks of Santo Domingo de Silos

March 15, 1994
CHANT arrived in good condition ahead of the promised delivery date and for a bargain price. The singing is well done. However, I never recognized one selection of the ultra long list of chants that are a radical departure from Kyrie Eleison and Magnificat anima mea. I played it while in bed and drifted off to sleep even after being kinda disappointed in the selections. This is not saying YOU won't be transfixed and inspired by the rhythm, melodies, and selections chosen by the totally-dedicated monks.

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Classical Music for Children: A Toddler's Introduction to Classical Music

Childrens Toy Shop > Classical Music > Classical Music
from: Ent. Media Partners

October 24, 1997
We bought this to use in the church nursery. It is entertaining and yet calming to listen to. Short review, but definitely worth the $4!

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Chopin: The Piano Concertos

Childrens Toy Shop > Classical Music > Classical Music
by: Lang Lang

September 09, 2008
Bravo ! Bravo !!! Lang Lang is also a Chopin maestro. Phrasing extremely sensitive. A velvet glove masterpiece recording. Only the great Artur Rubinstein could match this style.

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Yo-Yo Ma Plays Ennio Morricone

Childrens Toy Shop > Classical Music > Classical Music
from: Sony

September 28, 2004
you cant go wrong with his playing., Loved his Mission interpritation. Try the Best of.. for his best!

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Andre Rieu - Tuscany

Childrens Toy Shop > Classical Music > Classical Music
starring: André Rieu, Carla Maffioletti, Carmen Monarcha

September 21, 2004
Andre Rieu in Tuscany did not move me like his amazing Wonderland production. Although the music and interpretation are always great, I feel that a CD would have sufficed.