Duet for Guitars #2 [Import]

duet for guitars #2 [import]

Track Listings

1. Duet For Guitars #2

2. Beautiful Car

3. Fishing Boat Song

4. Scene From #12

5. Good News

6. Crooked Spine

7. Look Me Over

8. Who May Be Lazy

9. It Won't Happen Twice

10. He Asked Me To Be A Snake & Live Underground

11. Song From Debby's Stairs

12. It Was A Beautiful Car Extra Songs

13. Were You There?

14. I'll Be Yr Bird

15. Not A Gang

16. Duet For Guitars #1

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Product Description
Aussie exclusive limited edition reissue of the American country-folk singer/songwriter's much sought after debut album. M. Ward's fans include Howe Gelb of Giant Sand, Grandaddy, Beth Orton, Bright Eyes, & My Morning Jacket. Features 16 tracks including

Duet for Guitars #2,M Ward,Spunk,Rock,Rock/Pop

Duet for Guitars #2 [Import]

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Duet for Guitars 2
M. Ward
Manufacturer: Merge Records
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Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000RGSOSM
Release Date: 2007-07-10

Tracks:

Duet For Guitars #2
Beautiful Car
Fishing Boat Song
Scene From #12
Good News
Crooked Spine, The
Look Me Over
Who May Be Lazy
It Won't Happen Twice
He Asked Me To Be A Snake And Live Underground
Song From Debby's Stairs
It Was A Beautiful Car
Were You There?
Not A Gang
Duet For Guitars #1

Album Description

This is M. Ward's first record, originally released by Co-Dependent Records in 1999, then re-released in 2000 by M's friend Howe Gelb (Giant Sand) on his Ow-Om label. It has been out of print ever since. Now Merge is offering this re-mastered version with three bonus tracks.

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relation through beautiful music
A Great Find!

Guitar Adagios

Manufacturer: Decca
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ASIN: B00028DNCW
Release Date: 2004-07-13

Tracks:

Adagio In G Minor - Dominic Miller
The Deer Hunter - Goran Sollscher
Largo - Eduardo Fernandez
Prelude - John Williams
Apres Un Reve - Steve Erquiaga
Pavane Pour Une Infante Defunte - Steve Erquiaga
Courante - Pepe Romero
Torija (Elegia) - Segovia
Andantino - Piu Mosso - Primo Tempo - Julian Bream
Andaluza - Pepe Romero
Granada (Serenata) - Pepe Romero
Bachians Brasileiras No.1 - Alexandre Lagoya
Andante Cantabile - Segovia
Cancion De Cuna - Eduardo Fernandez
Arioso - Steve Erquiaga
Romance D'Amour - Goran Sollscher
Adagio - Christine Pendrill
Qui Tollis - Dominic Miller

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Air On A G String - Dominic Miller
Largo - Alexandre Lagoya
Andante Sostenuto - Alexandre Lagoya
La Maja De Goya - Pepe Romero
Romance De Los Pinos - Pepe Romero
Sarabande - John Williams
Sonata, Op.16 - Pepe Romero
Recuerdos De La Alhambra - Eduardo Fernandez
Barcarolle - John Williams
Bourees I & II - John Williams
Sarabande - John Williams
Andante - Alexandre Lagoya
Oriental - Alexandre Lagoya
Cantabile - Alexandre Lagoya
Adagio Ma Non Troppo - Alexandre Lagoya
Andante - Alexandre Lagoya
Canzone In E Minor - Alexandre Lagoya
Sicilienne - Steve Erquiaga
Clair De Lune - Alexandre Lagoya

Customer Reviews:

relation through beautiful music.......2005-10-02

This is arguably the most relaxing music anywhere. It is lovely to take a nap to, fall asleep to..... use your imagination to......

A Great Find!.......2004-08-02

These are wonderful cds. They include Andres Segovia,Julian Bream, John Williams, Presti/Lagoya and Pepe Romero among other guitarist's. This two cd set has a rare performance of Segovia with the "Symphony Of The Air"performing Boccherini's "Cello Concerto in D". John Williams performing Bach's "Cello Suite In D" at seventeen years old. Also Ida Presti and Alexandre Lagoya performing Debussy's "Clair de Lune" and Granado's "Spanish Dance No.2 The Oriental". Presti/Lagoya's music has long been out of print and to the best of my knowledge this is the first time their music has been available on cd.These cd's have over 2 and a half hours of music and are well worth the money.

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Worth Getting Just For the Granados Spanish Dance Alone
Together, first time
Masters
Very excellent CD.

Together/Julian Bream & John Williams

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Release Date: 1993-05-25

Tracks:

Suite For Two Guitars: Corant I
Suite For Two Guitars: Alman
Suite For Two Guitars: Corant II
Duo In G, Op. 34: Largo
Duo In G, Op. 34: Rondo
L'encouragement, Op. 34: Cantabile
L'encouragement, Op. 34: Theme and Variations
L'encouragement, Op. 34: Waltz
Cantos de Espana, Op. 232, No. 4: Cordoba
Goyescas: Intermezzo
La vida breve: Spanish Dance No. 1
Pavane For A Dead Princess
Dolly, Op. 56: Berceuse
Dolly, Op. 56: Mi-a-ou
Dolly, Op. 56: Dolly's Garden
Dolly, Op. 56: Kitty-Valse
Dolly, Op. 56: Tendresse
Dolly, Op. 56: Spanish Dance
Danzas Espanolas, Op. 37, No. 2: Oriental

Customer Reviews:

Worth Getting Just For the Granados Spanish Dance Alone.......2006-02-12

Both Julian Bream and John Williams have been two of my favorites when it comes to classical guitar. Having them together on the same album, playing some of my favorite music is more than a treat; it is pure joy.

What I love is the fact that even though both are masters in their own rights, they were able to blend together their individual styles into an ensemble to create a set of moods which enhances the musical experience. All are wonderful, but they saved the best for last, the hauntingly beautiful Spanish Dance No. 2 of Granados. This is music that will have you stopping what you are doing just to listen to it. (If you are listening to this in the car, pull over please!) Although I have heard this piece before done by other greats, in the hands of Bream and Williams, it has been raised to heavenly heights, leaving the listener in a state between tears and great joy.

In summary, if you wish to own just one guitar album in your collection, this would be the one. My greatest regret is that I never had the pleasure of hearing either of them live on stage. The next best thing is this album.

Together, first time.......2002-07-22

Two of the classical guitar's brightest masters together for traditional as well as transcribed works from a number of different composers. Either of the guitarists at their peak (this was recorded in '71 and '78) would have been good enough to amaze you if you are a follower of the guitar and its traditional music, both of them together is something that must be heard. The recording is excellent (ADD - remastered, I believe, in '93) and the selection of music plays to their strengths as individual musicians. To hear these two rivals play together at the same time is enlightening. Essential.

Masters.......1999-06-09

Whoever would like to study or interest in classical guitar must listen to this record. They are the greatest masters.

ALGIN EROZAN

Very excellent CD........1999-04-27

I have heard this CD before, and ordered it from Amazon.com last Wednesday, Overnight shipping. This is Monday night, and it hasn't even shipped yet. Great CD, but go somewhere to buy it if you want it this century!

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Worth the extra $$$
Worth the import price for die hard M. Wardites
Pricey but Priceless
The World Shall Know You Soon
Numero Uno, Ward Highway: the Wellspring

Duet for Guitars 2
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ASIN: B00006HI7O
Release Date: 2002-03-03

Tracks:

Duet for Guitars No. 2
Beautiful Car
Fishing Boat Song
Scene from No. 12
Good News
Crooked Spine
Look Me Over
Who May Be Lazy
It Won't Happen Twice
He Asked Me to Be a Snake & Live Underground
Song from Debby's Stairs
It Was a Beautiful Car
Were You There?
Not a Gang
Duet for Guitars, Pt. 1

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Worth the extra $$$.......2007-05-06

I love M. Ward's music. Period. If you do, too, spend the extra money to add this CD to your collection. It's beautiful stuff.

Worth the import price for die hard M. Wardites.......2006-01-28

If you are staring at this review, chances are you own End of Amnesia, Transfiguration of Vincent and / or Transistor Radio -- so you know M. Ward's sound. You should also know, that, no, this disc is not available in the US and is only in print in Japan. It SHOULD cost about $30. If you are a fan of M. Ward, the price is worth it, 100%. All the odd-ball production techniques that add such a quirky touch to his unique blend of Americana neo-folk blues sound are all already present on this first offering. But what is so nice about this first album is that M. Ward's voice is even MORE fragile and unsure of itself here than on his other albums and b/c it is his first outting, the recording monies were less and it's got a sweet lo-fi taste to it--that doesn't mean cheap sounding by the way, far from it. It's just rawer than his other works. He sings a bit higher and with a bit more wobble than on his later albums on certain tunes. But the lyrics have the same maturity and the song writing really is as superb as anything else he has done. If you are a fan of M. Ward, you will not be let down if you drop the $30 necessary to obtain the disc. Again, it equals everything he's done. Buy it with confidence; it will be in rotation as much as any of his other albums you own. It is no coincidence that all the previous reviews give the labum 5 stars after all.

Pricey but Priceless.......2005-08-20

I'm a cheapskate and bought this. Well worth it too. Waiting years vol. 2 (track #14) makes my heart throb. Duet for guitars #2 (track 1) good. Beautiful car calls me home to real home. Nevermind this singling out. All tracks are gifts to you from M. Ward and your soul will love this album. I became a fan one night about 4-5 years ago in my search for decent music because so much of what's out there isn't. Something no one's heard of that "only I like". I found a sampling of M. Ward and that was it. Done. Search over, M. Ward is it. I worked at Tower so got End of Amnesia employee discounted, went home late after closing, popped it in the discman, got into bed, full moon out, sheer white curtains gapped open a little to let moon in and I don't know what happened. Transcendent. That's why I liked it. He's an experience and he makes music in the unadulterated and freshest sense of the word. He's an artist.

The World Shall Know You Soon.......2005-06-19

In another time this artist would be recognized far and wide. Woe on these times. A curse on both your houses.

Look aloft, o ye deaf fools, a star hath risen.

-r.

Numero Uno, Ward Highway: the Wellspring.......2005-02-27

If you are reading this, then you are in big, big trouble. It may mean that you have discovered M Ward and are tracing him back to his roots, to his beginnings. It further implies that you may have already heard something he did and are curious about this M Ward fellow. Either way, brace yourself because you are in for a rare musical treat. What awaits you is genius, pure unfettered genius, and you are going to find it here at the beginning (in its incipient stages) or growing stronger with "End of Amnesia" or bursting forth with "The transfiguration of Vincent" or simply exploding everywhere all over the place in "Transistor Radio". Whatever direction you are travelling on the Ward Highway, get ready to be in a big musical wreck. Nobody does anything near to music what this man does. There ought to be a law against him for making so much beauty so fast and so soon (he is only 31 and just put out his fourth CD) but who's going to vote for it? Not me, that's for sure, and pretty soon, not you either. Listen and see. After hearing this one, you have the best collection of the four waiting for you next at #2 Ward Highway. The ride on this road only gets better and better as it heads for the musical hall of fame. This man is making once in a lifetime music and you are standing at the spot from which it all began. You need to drink the Kool-Aid from the wellspring immediately and when you do you'll understand what all the fuss is about. The Ward highway is an incredibly beautiful and remote yet immediately present place laced with sounds and sights often imagined but rarely encountered.

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perhaps my favourite jw
Perfect for a quiet, cloudy Sunday Morning
Well intended, but...
lovely
Expanding the Horizon

The Magic Box
Martin Loveday , and Anthony Pleeth
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ASIN: B000065APV
Release Date: 2002-04-16

Tracks:

O Bia
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Maki
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Masanga
Musha Musiki
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Guitar Makossa
The Magic Box
Omby
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With his crystalline articulation and extraordinary rhythmic prowess, John Williams ranks among the greatest solo voices the acoustic guitar has ever known. Now, with the joyous evocations of the African guitar tradition, Williams has hit upon his most emotionally satisfying crossover recital to date. Though both chief soloist and arranger, Williams nevertheless avoids shining the spotlight on his virtuosic skills--even his solo showcase, "Masagna," places greater emphasis on the tune's folkish incantations. He allows plenty of melodic space for the likes of steel-string player John Ethridge, while guiding listeners through the idiomatic flora and fauna of the pan-African experience: from the hornpipelike airs of Madagascar ("Mitopa") and kora-styled arpeggios of Mali ("Malinke Guitars") through to intimations of South African vocal traditions with a lovely children's chorus on the anthem of the African National Congress, "Nikosi Sikelel'I Africa." Simply expressive and deeply felt, Magic Box exudes a universal vibe that transcends borders and nationalities. --Chip Stern

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perhaps my favourite jw.......2004-10-20

you gotta give it to john, he tries new stuff. and traditionalists may snob his later recordings, he has a gift of bringing life to guitar music.

the repertoire is different, cute and enjoyable.

my only critisicm is that the steel string solos get a bit monotonous in some of the pieces, but this is only because its not to my taste.

Perfect for a quiet, cloudy Sunday Morning.......2003-11-16

I have Magic Box playing and a small water sculpture flowing as I type this and the combination is just about perfect. I wouldn't call myself a sophisticated listener, even though I bought my first Segovia recording as a teenager in the early 1960s and, over the years, have accumulated quite a few recording by Segovia, Isbin, Williams, Parkening, and others. I never tire of listening to these superb guitarists playing Rodrigo and Bach and the other standards but, every once in a while, it is a pleasure to hear something a little out of the ordinary. It takes a special talent for a classically trained musician to handle pop or folk material with any success - as it does for pop/folk musicians to go the other way. Williams does it with ease.

Well intended, but..........2002-12-21

Being quite close to some of the sources for some of these pieces, I was both thrilled that they had been recognized, while a bit disappointed in the actual music treatment on Magic Box, which I found rather tepid and polite compared to the originals.

Paul-Bert Rahasimanana is much better known as Rossy, and he has many albums, most available on Amazon.com. Unfortunately, the links on this page don't tell you that. I have produced him, and toured and performed with him. He's an amazing musician. I hope people take the time to listen to his music.

Another source musician, Ralanto, is on the cover of an album called Moon and the Banana Tree, a 1995 compendium of acoustic guitar players in Madagascar which I produced for Shanachie. Omby, the piece John Williams covers, is on that album, and again, I hope people will take the time to seek that album out as well. Williams recently referred to it in an interview as a real eye-opener. I wish he could have heard Resting Place of the Mists, the companion CD which is already out of print.

Africa (including Madagascar, which is more properly associated with Indian Ocean culture than with Africa) has some of the most astounding guitar players on earth. Hearing an admittedly superb classical guitarist attempt to do that material justice requires that the listener either be unaware of the source, or willing to ignore it and judge the extremely European treatment he offers, which is dramatically inside the limits of the source. With all due respects, I truly hope it will draw some folks to listen to the real thing.

lovely.......2002-11-02

Classical guitarist extraordinaire John Williams has never been afraid to set out on little side-trips, away from the mainstream of the classical guitar literature. Beyond taking part on occasion in big orchestra-backed 'pops' excursions, he has regularly immersed himself in avant-garde, jazz, and even rock projects (for example the band 'Sky'). "The Magic Box" therefore does not really represent Williams doing anything unusual for him, but it does expand his repertoire within the world of folk and international music, in this case the traditional music of Africa. I find most of this material very attractive, but somehow a little less involving than when it is played on native instrumentation (perhaps simple beauties just cannot be improved upon...). Nevertheless, as always Williams executes each item in the program with grace and understanding, and with a level of gentleness and respect that one expects from a classical musician of his calibre. Call it a worthwhile experiment--though I'm not sure I would clamor for an encore.

Expanding the Horizon.......2002-07-18

In pursuing his goal of expanding guitar music beyond the traditional Spanish repertoire, Williams and friends have produced a very enjoyable collection of African style music. The blend of percussion, bass, and wind instruments gives it even more flavor. Particularly delightful is track 3, "Maki," with Williams playing beautiful tremolo and strumming on a bright sounding requinto. Several other pieces give off a similar tropical, mellow, and happy feeling. I'm eagerly anticipating Williams' next project and where he will take us.

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The Best Compilation of the Man on 2 Discs! Great Sound Quality Too!
Relaxing and Enticing to the Ear
A little something for everybody

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Suite Espanola, Op.47: Asturias (Leyenda)
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Dance From La Vida Breve
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Como Llora Una Estrella (Valse-Cancion)
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El Colibri
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Courante
La Catedral
El Condor Pasa
Salut D'Amour
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El Diablo Suelto (Valse)
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Gnossienne No.1
Cueca
Schindler's List
Lute Suite No.4 In E Major, BWV 1006a: Gavotte
Nkosi Sikelel'i Afrika
Pavane
Trio For Violin, Lute (Guitar) And Basso Continuo In C Major, R.82: III. Allegro
Sunburst
The Godfather
Scherzino Mexicano
Aeolian Suite For Guitar And Small Orchestra: I. Aeolian Chant
3 Blues For Classic Guitar: Spanish Guitar Blues
3 Blues For Classic Guitar: Blues For Felix
3 Blues For Classic Guitar: Swing 59
The Black Decameron: The Flight Of The Lovers Through The Valley Of The Echoes
Una Limosna Por El Amor De Dios
Saltarello
12 Piezas Caracteristicas, Op.92: No.12 Torre Bermeja (Serenato)

Customer Reviews:

The Best Compilation of the Man on 2 Discs! Great Sound Quality Too!.......2006-04-21

The title very aptly describes this great classical guitar album showcasing some of the best ever works of John Williams on 2 discs. The track selections are great as they span the centuries from the Baroque greats of Bach and Vivaldi to the modern day composers such as Stanley Myers and York. John even flirts with Blues and Jazz-style pieces and they actually sound very good. In addition, they did a much better mastering job on this version than on the single disc, "Classic John Williams" album that was released a few years earlier and so the sound quality is much better. John Williams' playing is without peer and his technique is superior to the vast majority of the exponents of classical guitar that are out there. I've heard recordings of many others who have tried to play "Cavatina" for example and they have never come close to the natural and flowing version that John plays. If you are a fan of this type of music or of John Williams' work, this is the best compilation that you can get that's out there. Highly recommended!

Relaxing and Enticing to the Ear.......2006-01-26

The first song on this set is why I bought the whole album. It blows you away listening to the precise picking and the gorgeous way it is done. Not robotic like some freaks out there. This is true beautiful music. Runs together like a long summer drive in the country. It is just a perfect album to listen to at home or on the go.

A little something for everybody.......2005-06-15

First, this is gorgeous guitar playing by someone who knows what he's doing. John Williams (not to be confused by the film score composer of the same name) is a superb classical guitarist. Many of these pieces are *classical* in nature, while a few are more *popular*. Many are solo, the rest in small chamber groups. Some will get your toes tapping, some will start you daydreaming, and some will make you cry with their beauty. All of it is magnificent.

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Sor: Complete Guitar Duets, Vol. 1

Manufacturer: Naxos
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ASIN: B00000146X
Release Date: 1995-12-12

Tracks:

L'encouragement, Op. 34: Cantabile
L'encouragement, Op. 34: Theme, Variations And Valse
Divertissement, Op. 38: Andante Moderato
Divertissement, Op. 38: Valse
Six Valses, Op. 39 No. 1
Six Valses, Op. 39 No. 2
Six Valses, Op. 39 No. 3
Six Valses, Op. 39 No. 4
Six Valses, Op. 39 No. 5
Six Valses, Op. 39 No. 6
Les Deux Amis, Op. 41: Introduction
Les Deux Amis, Op. 41: Theme, Variations Adn Mazurka
Six Valses faciles, Op. 44 Bis, No. 1
Six Valses faciles, Op. 44 Bis, No. 2
Six Valses faciles, Op. 44 Bis, No. 3
Six Valses faciles, Op. 44Bis, No. 4
Six Valses faciles, Op. 44Bis, No. 5
Six Valses faciles, Op. 44 Bis, No. 6
Divertissement militaire, Op. 49: Andante - March
Divertissement militaire, Op. 49: Allegretto

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Sor isn't really "the Beethoven of the guitar," as admirers call him. His music is never serious or weighty enough to stand up to that comparison. But he is the outstanding guitar composer of the classical era, writing idiomatically for his instrument and always providing intelligent entertainment in his music, if never inviting heavy emotional involvement. This Canadian duo plays with virtually perfect ensemble--which is very difficult to achieve on two instruments with such sharp-plucked attacks on every note. And they express the graciousness of the music quite well. Interesting note: the disc was produced by another fine guitarist, Norbert Kraft. --Leslie Gerber

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Sor: Guitar Duets, Vol. II

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ASIN: B0000014DN
Release Date: 1997-06-10

Tracks:

Le Premier Pas Vers Moi, Op.53: Andantino
Le Premier Pas Vers Moi, Op.53: Valse
Fant, Op.54 Bis: Andante-Andantino-Dans Le Gentre Espagnol: Allegro
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Trois Duos, Op.55: Duo No.3: Andante, Theme And Vars, Movt De Valse
Trois Petits Diverts, Op.61: No.1: Andante
Trois Petits Diverts, Op.61: No.1: Allegretto
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Trois Petits Diverts, Op.61: No.3: Andante
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Divert, Op.62: Andantino Cantabile
Divert, Op.62: Movt De Polonaise
Souvenir De Russie, Op.63: Intro: Andante Moderato
Souvenir De Russie, Op.63: Theme And Vars
Souvenir De Russie, Op.63: Allegretto

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The Magic Circle

Manufacturer: Dorian Recordings
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000001Q6O
Release Date: 1994-04-26

Tracks:

Imagens Do Nordeste
Misterios Do Rio Lento
Boliviana
Divertissement, Op. 62: Andantino Cantabile
Divertissement, Op. 62: Movt De Polonaise
Three Sonatas: K.175 in a
Three Sonatas: K.147 in e
Three Sonatas: K.119 in D
Two Intermezzi: Op.76 No.7
Two Intermezzi: Op.118, No.2
Scenes From 'A Midsummer Night's Dream': Prologue
Scenes From 'A Midsummer Night's Dream': Snug And Snout
Scenes From 'A Midsummer Night's Dream': Titania's Dream
Scenes From 'A Midsummer Night's Dream': Sprites And Goblins
Scenes From 'A Midsummer Night's Dream': The Death Of Pyramus
Scenes From 'A Midsummer Night's Dream': Puck's Pranks
Scenes From 'A Midsummer Night's Dream': The Sea-Maid's Music
The Three-Cornered Hat: The Miller's Dance
The Three-Cornered Hat: The Neighbor's Dance
The Three-Cornered Hat: The Magic Circle
The Three-Cornered Hat: The Dance Of The Miller's Wife

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fine album, plays perfectly on SACD & up-to-date CD players
Have had to hear it elsewhere
Can't Rate the CD will not Play
Stunning
Williams - Magic Box

Magic Box

Manufacturer: Sony
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000065APT
Release Date: 2002-04-16

Tracks:

O Bia
Township Kwela
Maki
Engome - Francis Bebey, John Williams
Malinke Guitars
Masanga
Musha Musiki
Mitopa
Triangular Situations
Guitar Makossa
Magic Box
Omby
Nkosi Sikelel'i Afrika
Djandjon
Sangara

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fine album, plays perfectly on SACD & up-to-date CD players.......2004-02-11

Although not William's strongest output, it is one of his most interesting and ecclectic. It is nice to hear the clarity of his performance and his very fine guitar made possible by the SACD format. ...

Have had to hear it elsewhere.......2003-12-09

Like the following message, the "Super Audio" version won't play on my equipment. I didn't know this when I ordered it and now have a useless CD! Beware!

Can't Rate the CD will not Play.......2002-06-25

Costomers should beware of the titling on the amazon search results page for the John Williams CD, The Magic Box. The regular audio CD in not titled under Williams' name, but the super audio CD is. So with a quick look I bought the super audio CD by mistake. It will not play on my current system and sadly I still haven't heard it yet. Will Amazon take it back? Such are the vageries of ordering stuff on the internet.

Stunning.......2002-05-01

I stopped my car driving in San Fransico traffic tonight to write down the name of this album. How often does one do that?
It's superb! I am now ordering it.

Williams - Magic Box.......2002-04-17

Classical guitarist John Williams, former student of Segovia, often pushes the boundaries of classical guitar. This is one of his best. An album based upon African melodies from Senegal, Cameroon, etc.etc. Backed up by (African) traditional rhythm instruments and native singers. In some cases these are more Williams impressions based upon traditional pieces. In most cases they are based upon actual songs. Excellent technique. Great sound. Everything you would expect from a Master of Williams' stature. Makes you want to get your body moving.

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