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Dr. Dread

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August 23, 2009, 04:14:35 PM

Dr. Dread

#13001
August 23, 2009, 04:36:37 PM

Brian

#13002
August 23, 2009, 07:13:35 PM
Quote from: Coopmv on August 22, 2009, 03:16:19 PM
Brian,  How was the Bach?  I presume your download of SACD was only for the stereo tracks since the SACD tracks can only be played on a SACD player.
I haven't listened to it yet but Jens Laurson named it his favorite CD of 2005 and indeed his favorite Bach keyboard album ever. Listening to bits and pieces I can assure you the piano tone is ravishing - and Tharaud is always a sensitive, elegant performer.

Dr. Dread

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August 23, 2009, 07:15:49 PM
Quote from: Brian on August 23, 2009, 07:13:35 PM
I haven't listened to it yet but Jens Laurson named it his favorite CD of 2005 and indeed his favorite Bach keyboard album ever. Listening to bits and pieces I can assure you the piano tone is ravishing - and Tharaud is always a sensitive, elegant performer.

That one's a no-brainer.

admiralackbar74

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August 23, 2009, 07:19:24 PM
Quote from: George on August 23, 2009, 03:29:22 PM
Me:


Glad to see that you went ahead and purchased that, George! Mind posting some thoughts on it after doing some listening?

George

#13005
August 23, 2009, 07:49:18 PM
Quote from: admiralackbar74 on August 23, 2009, 07:19:24 PM
Glad to see that you went ahead and purchased that, George! Mind posting some thoughts on it after doing some listening?

Sure thing! I haven't even worked through the solo box yet, though so it could be awhile. I have already heard a number of performances from the concerto box in earlier incarnations and all of the performances were outstanding. I see no reason for you to hesitate on either box, honestly.  :)

Florestan

#13006
August 23, 2009, 10:18:29 PM
Quote from: Coopmv on August 23, 2009, 10:54:54 AM
  This is an excellent set at a very reasonable price.  I got mine early this year.
Enjoy!

Quote from: George on August 23, 2009, 03:29:22 PM
Someone loves you!   :) Enjoy, my friend!

Thank you both!
"Beauty must appeal to the senses, must provide us with immediate enjoyment, must impress us or insinuate itself into us without any effort on our part." - Claude Debussy

Sergeant Rock

#13007
August 24, 2009, 04:41:07 AM
Quote from: Lilas Pastia on August 22, 2009, 05:03:36 PM
I have Knappertsbusch's Bavarian Opera Orchestra 3rd from 1954. It's thrilling from first note to last, is excellently played and recorded in good, clear mono sound. As far removed from that dreary 8th as could be.  Based on that I'd definitely try this WP 3rd, Sarge. I haven't heard it, but it's always been highly regarded. If you buy it, please report !

Thanks for your reply. I did order it along with the WP Fourth also on Testament. Should be here by mid-week.

Sarge
the phone rings and somebody says,
"hey, they made a movie about
Mahler, you ought to go see it.
he was as f*cked-up as you are."
                               --Charles Bukowski, "Mahler"

Henk

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August 24, 2009, 02:48:06 PM Last Edit: August 24, 2009, 02:50:17 PM by Henk


Just curious about it, couldn't find any samples.

Harry

#13009
August 25, 2009, 02:11:47 AM
Why not..... ;)

Florestan

#13010
August 25, 2009, 02:28:48 AM
Quote from: Harry on August 25, 2009, 02:11:47 AM
Why not..... ;)

Taneyev's cantata is a real gem!
"Beauty must appeal to the senses, must provide us with immediate enjoyment, must impress us or insinuate itself into us without any effort on our part." - Claude Debussy

Gabriel

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August 25, 2009, 04:00:33 AM
Quote from: MN Dave on August 23, 2009, 07:15:49 PM
That one's a no-brainer.

I agree.

jlaurson

#13012
August 25, 2009, 04:02:34 AM

Beethoven, Cello Sonatas 1-3
Kleinhapl & Woyke
Arts SACD

Sergeant Rock

#13013
August 25, 2009, 04:22:34 AM Last Edit: August 25, 2009, 04:47:32 AM by Sergeant Rock
The post woman was cursing me today. Four separate packages, including a monster from Berlin containing the Gewandhaus Quartet's Beethoven which came from an Amazon seller in a ridiculously large box, well cushioned with what appeared to be the complete Sunday edition of the New York Times. I bought it blind but since it only cost €20 (2 Euro a disc) I won't be terribly disappointed if it's less than stellar. Having recently purchased the other Jerusalem Quartet's Haydn CD, and declared it the best Haydn in my collection, I'm confident I'll like this one as well. The Suske's Beethoven I bought to comfort and appease Snyprrr of course  ;D

Late breaking news: a second DHL truck arrived, a different postal employee, bringing me seven operas starring Leyla Gencer. This was another bargain: 14 CDs for €15.








Sarge
the phone rings and somebody says,
"hey, they made a movie about
Mahler, you ought to go see it.
he was as f*cked-up as you are."
                               --Charles Bukowski, "Mahler"

Wanderer

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August 25, 2009, 04:53:29 AM Last Edit: August 25, 2009, 05:03:28 AM by Wanderer
Quote from: jlaurson on August 25, 2009, 04:02:34 AM

Beethoven, Cello Sonatas 1-3
Kleinhapl & Woyke
Arts SACD

This one looks very interesting. As I see, Kleinhapl/Woyke have also recorded the cello sonatas by Brahms.

jlaurson

#13015
August 25, 2009, 05:52:20 AM
Quote from: jlaurson on August 25, 2009, 04:02:34 AM

Beethoven, Cello Sonatas 1-3
Kleinhapl & Woyke
Arts SACD

Quote from: Wanderer on August 25, 2009, 04:53:29 AM
This one looks very interesting. As I see, Kleinhapl/Woyke have also recorded the cello sonatas by Brahms.

I've been bombarded with near-hyperbolic statements about this recording to the point where I was ready to dismiss it as a fad bought for with PR money. But I've just given it a first listening earlier today and I must say that it did impress me quite a bit. Love the pianism. All seems so... ruthlessly-exuberant; like a gifted composing tween saying "fuck it" and going with the groovy flow.

Lethevich

#13016
August 25, 2009, 07:25:47 AM

Peanut butter, flour and sugar do not make cookies. They make FIRE.

Wanderer

#13017
August 25, 2009, 08:53:33 AM
Quote from: jlaurson on August 25, 2009, 05:52:20 AM
I've been bombarded with near-hyperbolic statements about this recording to the point where I was ready to dismiss it as a fad bought for with PR money. But I've just given it a first listening earlier today and I must say that it did impress me quite a bit. Love the pianism. All seems so... ruthlessly-exuberant; like a gifted composing tween saying "fuck it" and going with the groovy flow.

Sounds good enough (and that includes the samples I came by). I like the description ruthlessly-exuberant. Wishlisted.

Dr. Dread

#13018
August 25, 2009, 02:16:02 PM
Clunk.

SonicMan46

#13019
August 25, 2009, 02:21:37 PM
Quote from: MN Dave on August 25, 2009, 02:16:02 PM
Clunk.


Dave - I had that one on my MDT 'wish list' - returned from a short vacation, and the 'bargain' price was no longer being offered (can't remember the details, though) - oh well, still have all of the SQs by various groups, but would still like one 'box set' -  :-\ :)
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