Invitation to Dance: Waltz
Invitation to Dance: Waltz
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1. On the Beautiful Blue Danube
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2. Faustwalzer
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3. Viennese Bon-Bons
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4. Waltz No. 15, Op. 39
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5. Waltz No. 2, Op. 64
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6. Angelica
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7. Der Schlittschuhläufer
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8. Chim Chim Cheree
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9. Frühlingsstimmen-Walzer
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10. Moon River
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11. Sam
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12. Que Sera, Sera (Whatever Will Be, Will Be)
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Invitation to Dance: Waltz,Various Artists,St. Clair Records,Dance,Int'l & World Music,Latin,V/A Compilations
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- Ultimate Weber: And Not Andrew Lloyd Webber!
- Impressed Clarinet Student
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ASIN: B00000J9H3
Release Date: 1999-06-15 |
Tracks:
- Overture 'Der Freischutz'
- Overture 'Oberon'
- Overture 'Euryanthe'
- Aufforderung zum Tanz, Op. 65: Invitation To The Dance
- Konzerstuck In F minor, Op. 79
- Symphony No. 1 In C, Op.19: 1. Allegro con fuoco
- Symphony No. 1 In C, Op.19: 2. Andante
- Symphony No. 1 In C, Op.19: 3. Scherzo. Presto
- Symphony No. 1 In C, Op.19: 4. Finale. Presto
Tracks:
- Overture 'Abu Hassan'
- Clarinet Concerto No. 1 In F Minor, Op. 73: 1. Allegro
- Clarinet Concerto No. 1 In F Minor, Op. 73: 2. Adagio ma non troppo
- Clarinet Concerto No. 1 In F Minor, Op. 73: 3. Rondo. Allegretto
- Clarinet Concerto No. 2 In E Flat, Op. 74: 1. Allegro
- Clarinet Concerto No. 2 In E Flat, Op. 74: 2. Romanza. Andante
- Clarinet Concerto No. 2 In E Flat, Op. 74: 3. Alla Polacca
- Clarinet Quintet In B Flat, Op. 34: 1. Allegro
- Clarinet Quintet In B Flat, Op. 34: 2. Fantasia. Adagio non troppo
- Clarinet Quintet In B Flat, Op. 34: 3. Menuetto. Caoricio presto
- Clarinet Quintet In B Flat, Op. 34: 4. Rondo. Allegro giocoso
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Ultimate Weber: And Not Andrew Lloyd Webber!.......2005-09-24
Carl Maria Von Weber would himself enjoy this collection of his most famous and brilliant compositions. Released on the Phillips label, this 2 disc cd contains music of a composer who was largely considered to be the first composer of German Romantic opera in the 19th century which would quickly become the vogue of influential composers such as the young Richard Wagner. Von Weber (pronounced "Von-Vay-bur") lived and composed at the time of Beethoven, though the two probably never crossed paths and Von Weber outlived Beethoven by a couple of years. The post-classical, early Romantic style of music which was prevalent at the time is clearly stamped into this beautiful music. This cd is the best introduction to his music and if you're already a fan, it is a supremely delightful collection.
The disc begins with three overtures to Weber's Romantic operas, which were trend-setters at the time: his most famous work, Die Freischutz, Oberon and Euryanthe. These energetic and musically perfected overtures are conducted by the remarkable conductor, Antal Dorati and his Concertgebuow Orchestra of Amsterdam. Invitation to the Dance, one of Weber's popular piece, is conducted by Sir Charles Mackerras and the London Symphony Orchestra. Nikit Magaloff is the solo pianist in the Konzert in F with Sir Colin Davis conducting. This is a truly breathtaking piano concerto one unlike I've ever heard. It is not quite Beethovenesque, nor Mozartian, but it is compelling and maintains a very elegant charm all the way. His First Symphony is on here, and sounds excellent. Also here is the rare opera Abu Hasan Overture as well as music Weber wrote for Clarinet. All in all this is a fine collection of his most beautiful and popular music.
Impressed Clarinet Student.......2000-02-04
I recently played the Weber Concerto 1 in a competition and bought the recording to help me with it. Weber is an incredible composer and I have found this CD to be inspiring and entertaining! It's a great set.
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- Paul Paray ... classical music's Lord of the Dance!
- Truly Satanic.
- "Fatal" Classical Music
- Paray never was so inspired!
- Epernay a la Paray
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Paul Paray Conducts Dances of Death
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ASIN: B0000057M8
Release Date: 1994-06-14 |
Tracks:
- Mephisto Waltz
- Invitation To Dance, Op. 65
- Danse Macabre, Op. 40
- 'Shalome': Dance Of The Seven Veils
- La Tragedie de Salome, Op. 50: I. (a) Prelude - (b) Danse des perles - II. (a) Lent - (b) Les Enchantements sur la mer - (c) Danse des eclairs - (d) Danse de l'effroi
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Paul Paray ... classical music's Lord of the Dance!.......2007-03-04
For those who only know Paray's "dance moves" in the light opera overtures he was so famous for playing, you might be surprised that he can do the same in these rather more serious compositions. Too often, conductors think that compositions such as those here need to be done in a lugubrious manner. Not so! And Paray proves it. You won't hear a better Danse Macabre than the one on this recording. And the Mephisto Waltz is performed here as a true dance -- not some sort of mini symphonic poem that you often hear with others. The Florent Schmitt Salome is one of the most successful renditions of the work ever recorded -- it was the first one in stereo, and it's outlasted all the others that have come since. All in all, a very satisfying musical experience.
Truly Satanic........2006-09-29
If you want music that is truly satanic, then look no further than "Dances Of Death." I like Classical music that has to do with death, and this one is no acception. Songs like "Dance Of The Macabre" are much better than those so-called Classical Opera works that don't have any feeling in them. This Cd truly has emotions that will chill you to the core. Highly recommended along with the three act Opera of The Omen. This is true Classical music. Buy it...if you dare.
"Fatal" Classical Music.......2005-10-18
Paul Paray and his Detroit Symphony Orchestra were top exponents of a variety of classical music in the post-World War II Era. Paray, born in French-Canada, became an American icon in classical music at a time when Bernstein, Karajan, Solti and other brand name conductors far outshone him. In this album, Paray creatively compiles fatalistic music- that is music in which death or tragedy is mixed with the art of dancing. The first track is Lizst's popular Mephisto Waltz, a frenzy of fingering on the piano. Liszt was known for having a penchant for music that was both sensual and even frightening in its primal force. Weber's Invitation to the Dance is a rondo for piano and sounds excellent in symphonic form. Saint Saens Danse Macabre is, inevitably, on this recording and sounds dark and lilting at the same time. Strauss' Salome and Schmitt's Salomes are two different versions of the same story. Herod's wicked daughter falls for the languishing Prophet John the Baptist and after he rejects her advances asks for his head on a platter. Schmidtt's version is the more obscure rendition while Strauss' opera is more popular. Both are excellent danceable but dark musical pieces. This is a great recording and if you are into this kind of music you will definately enjoy it.
Paray never was so inspired!.......2004-07-15
Paul Paray built literally to Detroit Symphony , elevating his average performances in a real triumph . He gave balance , nuance and above all a deep expresiveness in every page he conducted . His predilect taste for the french music , however was not a serious obstacle to win in other battlefields .
This album is the best proof for this statement . The Macabre dance or the Mephisto waltz until the moment has not any other recording that even gets close in fierce intensity, dyonisiac fire and powerful wildness .
Buy this one . Its interpretative values are so many that it's useless to describe with all the adjectives that deserves it.
Bravo for Paul Paray!
Epernay a la Paray.......2001-04-19
This disk is selling a lot of copies since it represents the finest of Epernay vintages at a Korbel price.
Absolutely the only thing I would argue with here is that Paray didn't use a soprano for the wordless descant in the Schmitt...here it's relegated to oboe, which Schmitt allowed, but what a soloist he is! Paray makes a case for Schmitt's counterpoint, of all things, but it makes superb sense: this is a ballet after all and the only way a dancer would hear what she needs from the pit is to hear the beat and the counterpoint. No one else has ever thought of it and it says quite a bit about the standard of Schmitt as a composer. As ever, you end up learning something every time you listen to one of Paray's uniformly inspired performances. Too bad he didn't essay Malipiero's Pantea which is designed idependently but separately for solo dancer!
The balance of the disk is no less exemplary. Everything sounds fresh, the orchestral execution is so astonishingly accomplished that it is no wonder Le Mousnier in his bio of Paray draws telling parallels with Toscanini. Yet Paray's not Toscanini--he's unique among maestri. If you read transcripts from Paray's rehearsals, the mystery only deepens as to what it was that he did to get such inordinately extraordinary results, such as this program demonstrates. He talks a lot, is very literate, tells lots of jokes, conveys his admiration of his musicians constantly.
But lots of great maestri have done that. We'll probably never know...and that's the mystery of great art.
I'd like to point out something missed by the previous reviewer: this was Paray's only STEREO Grand Prix du Disque. He and the Detroit Symphony won three others for work in Mercury's exemplary monaural sessions. Luckily I have my old vinyl of these, but I wish I could share their felicities with others, especially the astounding work in Beethoven and Brahms.
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Invitation to the Dance
Samuel Barber
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ASIN: B00004U3A2
Release Date: 2000-06-27 |
Tracks:
- Polonaise from Eugene Onegin
- Invitation to the Dance
- Danzas Argentinas: Danza del Viejo Boyero
- Danzas Argentinas: Danza de la Moza Donosa
- Danzas Argentinas: Danza del Gaucho Matrero
- La Valse
- Bolero, Op.19
- Souvenirs, Op.28: Waltz
- Souvenirs, Op.28: Schottische
- Souvenirs, Op.28: Pas de Deux
- Souvenirs, Op.28: Two-Step
- Souvenirs, Op.28: Hesitation-Tango
- Souvenirs, Op.28: Galop
Album Description
With her debut recording, pianist Lara Downes beckons you to the dance floor as she interprets works by 19th and 20th century masters, from Carl Maria Von Weber to Samuel Barber. This collection of solo pieces captures the spirit of the ballroom through the ages, from the sublime to the grotesque, all remarkably and passionately performed by one of today's brightest talents
Lara Downes has attracted attention as one of the most exciting and communicative pianists of today's younger generation. She has been cited by critics for her breathtaking virtuosity and penetrating, sensitive accounts of classical and romantic repertoire. She has been hailed as an artist worthy of placement in the highest rank of classical performers. Since making noteworthy debuts at London's Queen Elizabeth Hall, the Vienna Konzerthaus, and Carnegie Hall's Weill Recital Hall, Ms. Downes performs regularly throughout Europe and the United States.
Ms. Downes eclectic and engaging programs encompass both the standard repertoire and works by young composers such as Augusta Read Thomas and Stephen Paulus. Her recent projects include a Copland Centennial recital, a recently discovered piano concerto by Clara Schumann, and a four-part recital series entitled This American Century. She recently made the world premiere recording of On Gossamer Wings by legendary jazz composer Benny Golson for the Arkadia/Postcards label.
Customer Reviews:
Excellent album.......2000-09-27
I like this a lot. The selections range from very dramatic and exciting to contemplative mood music. The playing is great. Miss Downes has it all! I've been recommending this album to all my friends who enjoy classical piano music.
I love this CD!.......2000-07-19
This is a great recording. I'm a big fan of Lara's, and this is more of what we're used to, amazing playing and interesting musical choices.There are some really nice selections on this CD that I haven't heard before, and some old favorites. I've heard Lara play the Liszt Polonaise in concert. Check this out, it'll blow you away!
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The Parlour Grand: Piano Favorites from a Bygone Era
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ASIN: B0000CG8BE
Release Date: 2003-09-30 |
Tracks:
- Fur Elise
- Spinning Song
- Traumerei
- Rustle Of Spring
- Reverie
- Si Oiseau J' 'Etais
- Romance In E-Flat
- Liebestraum
- Salut D'Amour
- Arabesque
- Menuet A L'Antique
- Melodie
- To A Wild Rose
- Romance Sans Paroles
- Prelude
- Humoresque
- The Dying Poet
- Le Secret
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- Spring Song
- Tango
- Rosemary
- Le Coucou
- The Musical Snuffbox
- Dance Of The Blessed Spirits
- The March Of The Little Lead Soldiers
- Au Matin
- Scarf Dance
- Invitation To The Dance
- Alt-Wien
- Simple Aveu
- Country Gardens
- The Prayer Granted
- Narcissus
- Le Papillon
- Valse In C Sharp Minor
Album Description
This two-CD set, performed by renowned pianist Robert Silverman, includes all the great music from The Parlour Grand Volume 1 and The Parlour Grand Volume 2.
The music features piano favorites from the salon repertoire, including Beethoven's Für Elise and Frédéric Chopin's Valse in C Sharp Minor. These wonderful CDs evoke fond memories of simpler times, and evenings around the piano with family and friends.
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Favourite Waltzes
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ASIN: B00005RHI8
Release Date: 2002-08-13 |
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- The Skaters Waltz, Op.183 - Monte-Carlo Opr Orch/Willie Boskovsky
- Sleeping Beauty, Op.66: Waltz - LSO/Andre Previn
- Emperor Waltz, Op.437 - Vienna Johann Strauss Orch/Willi Boskovsky
- Masquerade: Waltz - Philharmonia Orch/Efrem Kurtz
- Invitation To The Dance, Op.65 - VSO/Willie Boskovsky
- Music Of The Spheres, Op.235 - VPO/Rudolf Kempe
- Gold And Silver, Op.79 - VPO/Rudolf Kempe
- Faust: Waltz - VSO/Willi Boskovsky
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- Ballet music for the Optimistic Spirit
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Invitation to the Dance
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ASIN: B0000013JR
Release Date: 1992-06-30 |
Tracks:
- Invitation To The Dance
- No. 7 - Allegro Marcato
- Variation A - Allegro
- Gallop
- Waltz
- Alla Loure
- Andante
- No.12 - Andantino Non Troppo
- Allegro Non Troppo
- Intermezzo
- (Transition)
- Andante
- Allegretto
- Adagio
- Allegretto
- Moderato Maestoso
- Moderato Con Moto
- Allegretto
- Allegro Vivo
- Moderato
- Terana. Andante
- Rektah. Allegro Vivo
- Persian. Allegretto - Andante
- Coda. Allegretto Marcato
- La Gioconda - Dance Of The Hours
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Ballet music for the Optimistic Spirit.......2004-09-07
Assuming that you have the necessary good hifi equipment to make this CD sound as it was intended, this is a fine recording of some ballet highlights that will have you tapping your foot, humming along and generally enjoying life, very much as I suspect the Slovakian musicians did while playing (in February 1988). Weber's 'Invitation to the Dance' is the version orchestrated by Berlioz for the last act of 'Der Freischütz' and is, in my opinion, more subtle than the original piano version (which is also definitely worth listening to). The ballet music from Adam's 'Giselle' and from Gounod's 'Faust' is equally delightful, and the brass is put to some very good effect, especially at the close of the 'Walpurgis-Nacht' scene from Faust/Margarete. The suite of oriental dances from Délibes' 'Lakmé' is short but fascinating; and perhaps the best piece is saved until last: Ponchielli's 'Dance of the Hours' from 'La Gioconda'; the main theme of this beauty was once re-worked into a highly successful pop song by the title of 'Hello, Mudder, hello, Fadder', but only folks of 50 and older will remember it, I guess.
The recording was made in the empty Concert Hall of the Slovakian Radio in Bratislava, and there is a certain amount of echo which is not really appropriate. Also I found that when playing the CD on inferior equipment such as a CD-ROM player, there was a lot of background noise and the sound came over quite weak. On good hifi equipment these problems disappear; don't ask me why.
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- It Will Blow You Away!!!
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- At Last Accordiorama! on CD
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ASIN: B000006290
Release Date: 1998-02-17 |
Tracks:
- Perpetuum Mobile, Op. 25
- Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2
- Rudolph Wurther: Concert Etude on a Theme of Paganini 'La Campanella'
- Invitation To The Dance, Op. 65
- Hungarian Dance No. 5
- Hungarian Dance No. 6
- William Tell Overture
- Hora Staccato
- La Gioconda: Dance of the Hours
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Here's just what you've been waiting for: a collection of Viennese orchestral pops played by a roomful of accordions! The conductor also made the arrangements, except for one piece he wrote himself, which is the only bore on the program. Accordion freaks may be drool at the thought of a chance to hear Rossini's William Tell Overture played by this ensemble. But after hearing it even non-freaks will have to admit that the arrangements are tasty, the performances lively and involving. This is certainly a unique disc; it turns out to be surprisingly entertaining. The 1961 sound is still pretty lively. --Leslie Gerber
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It Will Blow You Away!!!.......2000-09-12
I love this CD! I always have believed that the accordion had classical potential, and this recording proves it. This group is of the same class as any serious orchestra.
Wonderful - but ..........2000-05-10
I found Accordiorama to be a true delight. The only issue I have with the recording is the use of electronic instruments. Considering the date of the recording this is to be expected. I was truly hoping for a totally acoustic recording. I have played the accordion since childhood and have participated in accordion bands and appreciate the level of professionalism that went into the making of this album. I would recommend this recording to all accordion and/or music lovers.
At Last Accordiorama! on CD.......2000-03-10
When I was a boy growing up in Toronto Canada, I played the Accordion. Yeh I heard all the jokes. One day I bought a Vanguard L.P. called Accordiorama, by the Hohner Accordion Orch. Since I played in an all Accordion orchestra myself, playing classical music, I bought it. When I played the William Tell for my firends they couldn't believe how great it sounded. I wore it out. I even gave a copy to the legendary Garth Hudson of "The Band" who plays Accordion and he enjoyed it as well. I can't wait to hear this on CD. Thanks Amazon. com.
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Invitation to Dance: Waltz
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ASIN: B0000CBLA1
Release Date: 2003-09-09 |
Tracks:
- On the Beautiful Blue Danube
- Faustwalzer
- Viennese Bon-Bons
- Waltz No. 15, Op. 39
- Waltz No. 2, Op. 64
- Angelica
- Der Schlittschuhler
- Chim Chim Cheree
- Frsstimmen-Walzer
- Moon River
- Sam
- Que Sera, Sera (Whatever Will Be, Will Be)
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- Good Stuff
- perfect!
- not so gripping if you weren't there....
- Harnoncourt never boring
- Yet Another Splendid VPO New Year's Concert From Harnoncourt
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New Year's Concert 2003
Johann Strauss , Nikolaus Harnoncourt , and Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra
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ASIN: B00007BKJD
Release Date: 2003-01-28 |
Tracks:
- Johann Strauss II: Kaiser-Franz-Joseph I. Rettungs-Jubel-Marsch op. 126
- Johann Strauss II: Schatzwalzer op. 418; Treasure Waltz (from The Gypsy Baron)
- Johann Strauss II: Niko-Polka op. 228
- Johann Strauss II: Scherz-Polka op. 72, Joke Polka
- Josef Strauss: Delirien (Walzer) op. 212; Delirium (Waltz)
- Josef Strauss: Pjle-Mjle (Polka schnell) op. 161
- Carl Maria von Weber: Aufforderung zum Tanz (Rondo brillant) op. 65, Invitation to the Dance
- Johann Strauss II: Secunden (Polka francaise) op. 258
- Johann Strauss II: Helenen-Polka op. 203
Tracks:
- Johann Strauss II: Kaiser-Walzer op. 437, Emperor Waltz
- Johann Strauss II: Bauern-Polka (Polka francaise) op. 276, Peasants' Polka
- Johann Strauss II: Lob der Frauen (Polka mazur) op. 315, Praise of Women
- Johann Strauss I: Chineser-Galopp op. 20, Chinese Galop
- Johannes Brahms: Ungarischer Tanz Nr. 5 g-moll, Hungarian Dance no. 5 in G minor
- Johannes Brahms: Ungarischer Tanz Nr. 6 D-Dur, Hungarian Dance no. 6 in D major
- Johann Strauss II: Krvnungslieder (Walzer) op. 184, Coronation Songs
- Johannes Strauss II: Leichtes Blut (Polka schnell) op. 319, Light of Heart
- Johannes Strauss II: Furioso-Polka (Polka quasi galop) op. 260
- New Year's Address
- Johannes Strauss II: An der schvnen blauen Donau (Walzer) op. 314, The Blue Danube
- Johann Strauss I: Radetzky-Marsch op. 228, Radetzky March
Customer Reviews:
Good Stuff.......2006-07-19
A couple years ago, I saw the 2002 Concert in an SACD bin and I decided to pick it up because I really like the SACD format. I was amazed to hear that it was an actual live recording. You don't usually hear clapping and cheering on classical CD's. The really amazing part is all the clapping during the Radetzky March. I was not aware that they show these every year. So I finally got to catch one on TV and I was impressed especially of the scenes of Vienna.
Anyways, I've been slowly picked up the rest of this series. I'll have to say that this one is not bad. I like and dislike that they mostly use STrausses. I like the Strausses because they create some very beautiful music, but I wish they would do some more composers. I also wish they would release more of these on SACD.
perfect!.......2005-01-22
This recording of the Wiener Philharmoniker's 2003 Concert conducted by Harnoncourt is excellent. This is a traditional and historical occasion. Harnoncourt really knows all-traditional dances (waltz, polka, czardas...) and his orchestra plays with emotion, impressive.
The concert opens with a majestic march,"The Jubilee March for return of Emperor franz Joseph I". After this fast prelude, the famous "Schatzwalzer" (Treasure Waltz) begins. And then there are two intermezzo-polkas : Niko-Polka and Scherz-Polka (especially the last is very interesting). And there is a waltz by brothr Josef Strauss: Delirien-Waltz. Harnoncourt says about Josef: I think, he is may be more romantic than Johann's. Josef paints like Turner, Johann paints like Caspar David Friedrich. And there is a guest-composer in the program of New Year Concert: Carl Maria von Weber and his famous "Invitation to the Dance" (originally for piano) with the succesful orchestration of Berlioz. And there are polkas again: Seconds-Polka and Hellenen-Polka.
At CD 2, begins with the celebratde "Emperor Waltz". This majestic and lovely waltz is one of my favourites. And then, there is brilliant and wonderful polka: Peasants' Polka. I will not say about the surprise of this polka! (But when you listen this, you will just love it!). And there is a unknown but very interesting and amazing galopp by Father Johann: Chinese-Galop.
And then, there is another and more famous guest-composer and very close friend of the "Waltz King": Johannes Brahms and his Hungarian Dances Nos. 5 in G-minor and No. 6 in B-falt major, orchestrated not by Dvorak, but by Friedrich Reichert, who the first orchestrator of these wondreful dances. And these versions discovered new, beacuse these are unpublishe manuscripts. And again a waltz: Coronation Songs. And the last polkas: famous "Light of Heart" and very nervous "Furioso-Polka". And the traditional encores beging with the New Year's Address of Harnoncourt and then, beautifully played "An der schönen Blauen Donau" and Father Johann's "Radetzky March" accompanied by claps the hands of the people, as usual! OK, but why this father Johann's Radetzky March played last and why the last piece doesn't of "the only rival of father" Johann II? Because, THE "FATHER" SAYS THE "LAST WORDS" USUALLY!!
This concert recorded reaaly excellent. I don't think about the critic, "this is not so gripping, if you weren't there". It is really worth-listening, without hesitation at all.
Highly recommended.
not so gripping if you weren't there...........2003-04-13
How quickly the world turns! At New Year's, filled with holiday cheer we hoped that our lives would improve. Barely four months later, anxiety about war and disease prevails. Memories of that happier time seem irrelevant. So too does this live recording of the 2003 Vienna New Year's Concert. The annual event is a social occasion, and criticizing the programming of light dance music from the time of Emperor Joseph I ignores the importance of tradition; it's rather like criticizing a 4th of July concert for having too many Sousa marches. Nevertheless, we are left with the equivalent of a 12-course banquet in which every dish is a meringue. Waltz fans, nostalgia buffs and escapists may enjoy this. The rest of us may want something meatier in our musical diet, especially now.
Polkas, Waltzes, Galops and Marches from the Strauss family make up the majority of the programme. Of these, most are by the Waltz King himself, Johann Strauss II. Performing this music, the Vienna Philharmonic should be the greatest orchestra in the world. They do play precisely, with impeccable intonation. The sparkling piccolo and raucous percussion of Johann Strauss I's Chinese Galop are delightful--the highlight of this two CD set. At other times, Nikolaus Harnoncourt's direction is reserved and somewhat emotionless. Warhorses like The Blue Danube and the Emperor Waltz may simply be too familiar to the performers. Not so to the audience-in one piece, apparently anxious to clap, the audience fills the pause before the coda with inappropriate applause. Clearly they enjoyed the event, but it is not as certain that we will be as thrilled with the recorded audio.
Harnoncourt never boring.......2003-03-20
Another fine Vienna New Years concert with a few new twists. The Weber Invitation to the Dance was a welcome addition, although it almost sounded out of place. However, the Brahms Hungarian Dances sounded perfectly appropriate and it is amazing they have never been programmed for these concerts before now. As always, Harnoncourt provides an interesting point of view. I was excited to see the Emperor Waltz for the first time in several years, and of course the familiar Blue Danube and Radetzky. The other novelties are delightful. I was personally a bit disappointed with the recording from a sound quality perspective. I don't think the recording is up to par with Harnoncourt's other New Year's recording in 2001, or with Ozawa's recording in 2002. Both of those were afforded better sound in my opinion. The sound is not as immediate here, but it is a marginal complaint in any case. Of course, the VPO are unsurpassed in this music and they play beautifully. It is an excellent value too as there are two discs for the price of one.
Yet Another Splendid VPO New Year's Concert From Harnoncourt.......2003-02-16
Once more the Vienna Philharmonic has made an inspired choice as its conductor for its annual New Year's Concert by choosing Nikolaus Harnoncourt again. The splendid musicologist/conductor offers a rather engaging selection of obscure works by the Strauss family coupled with such standard fare as the Emperor Waltz and the Blue Danube waltz, a brilliant Hector Berlioz orchestration of Carl Maria von Weber's Invitation to the Dance, and two of Johannes Brahms's Hungarian Dances. Of historical note this is the first time that works composed by Johann Strauss Sr., Johann Strauss Jr. and Josef Strauss have been performed during the same New Year's Concert program. Needless to say, the Vienna Philharmonic plays with ample enthusiasm for him, yielding some of the best performances I've heard at a New Year's Day Concert. The liner notes are indeed a celebration of Harnoncourt's longstanding ties to the orchestra and are well worth reading. And of course, the sound quality is splendid, though perhaps not nearly as fine as Harnoncourt's previous New Year's Concert recording with Teldec. Still, this two CD set will be sought after by fans of Nikolaus Harnoncourt, the Strauss family, and the Vienna Philharmonic.
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