What are you listening to right now? (VOL II)

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Originally posted by ewemon:
It is both their albums Jeff.

But I only read ONE article

Since it is still classic hour let me throw in a couple of Nonesuch targets I just got recently.

~<>~ Sergey Prokofiev (1891-1953) ~<>~

Prokofiev Plays Prokofiev: Piano Concerto No. 3 [Recorded 1932-5]

1. Piano Concerto No. 3 in C
2. Suggestion diabolique, Op. 4, No. 4
3. Visions fugitives, Op. 22, No. 9: Allegro tranquillo
4. Visions fugitives, Op. 22, No. 3: Allegretto
5. Visions fugitives, Op. 22, No. 17: Poetico
6. Visions fugitives, Op. 22, No. 18: Con una dolce lentezza
7. Visions fugitives, Op. 22, No. 11: Con vivacita
8. Visions fugitives, Op. 22, No. 10: Ridicolosamente
9. Visions fugitives, Op. 22, No. 16: Dolente
10. Visions fugitives, Op. 22, No. 6: Con eleganza
11. Visions fugitives, Op. 22, No. 5: Molto giocosa
12. Gavotte (from the 'Classical' Symphony, Op. 25)
13. Andante assai (from Sonata No. 4, Op. 29)
14. Conte de la vieille grand-mere, Op. 31, No. 2
15. Conte de la vieille grand-mere, Op. 31, No. 3
16. Gavotte, Op. 32, No. 3
17. Etude, Op. 52
18. Sonatine Pastorale, Op. 59, No. 3
19. Paysage, Op. 59, No. 2

Piero Coppola ~<>~ London Symphony Orchestra

[ADD] NAXOS Historical @ 2001

Maybe not the best of reproductions (one needs to acclimatise to the crackly pre-war Victor US pressings) but the skill of Prokofiev shines though giving many thrilling demonstrations of very magical-quality performances on the piano : )

nymph

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Originally posted by Lontano:

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Originally posted by MilesSmiles:

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Originally posted by Lontano:

This one looks interesting, what do you think?

It's not bad but there are probably better albums out there with Bill Frisell on. I quite like his new one History/Mystery

I borrowed this from the library shortly after it was released, thought it had some interesting stuff on it but not cohesive enough to make me want to buy it. It didn't come together as a whole for me, but some interesting parts.

Amazing personnel, heavy Pacific NW connections. Chamberlain was in Pearl Jam, tours regularly with Tori Amos and is an A-list/first call musician. Martine is the producer, drummer, and significant other of Laura Veirs, both currently based out of Pdx. Frisell worked on Veirs early albums along with all his other ventures.

Jeff A

Disc: 1
1. Mein Kleiner Grüner Kaktus
2. Ich Hab' für Dich 'nen Blumentopf Bestellt
3. Wochenend und Sonnenschein
4. Ungarischer Tanz No. 5
5. So ein Kuß Kommt Selten Allein
6. Gars de La Marine (Das Ist Die Liebe der Matrosen)
7. Auf Wiedersehn, My Dear
8. Ohne Dich (Stürmisches Wetter)
9. Perpetuum Mobile
10. Ali - Baba
11. Jetzt Trinken Wir Noch Eins
12. Schöne Lisa
13. Mein Herz Ruft Immer Nur Nach Dir - Oh Marita
14. Wie Wär's mit Lissabon
15. Tarantella Sincera
16. Hein Spielt Abends So Schön auf dem Schifferklavier
17. Whispering
18. Dorfmusik

"The Comedian Harmonists was an internationally famous, all-male German close harmony ensemble (5 singers plus pianist) that operated between 1927 and 1934. They were one of the most successful 20th century musical groups in Europe before World War II and were noted for using their voices to imitate musical instruments. The Comedian Harmonists were founded in Berlin-Friedenau in the flat of Harry Frommermann (Stubenrauchstraße 47).
Today a commemorative plaque marks the spot."

~<>~

An absolute blast! - Highly Recommended! : )

nymph

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Originally posted by munch:

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Originally posted by Lontano:

Great Great Album.
My most played for pleasure Floyd Album ever.
Every one up to Animals was used everyday as a demo.

This is an underrated album IMHO and I think one of their best, if not the best. Currently on Sheep (I could listen to the end of this track forever, the fade out is so good) and looking forward now to my Sunday Roast later today. Might also take the dogs for a walk through Mr Gilmour's back garden. Bumped into him last time I did.

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Originally posted by Lontano:

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Originally posted by munch:

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Originally posted by Lontano:

Great Great Album.
My most played for pleasure Floyd Album ever.
Every one up to Animals was used everyday as a demo.

This is an underrated album IMHO and I think one of their best, if not the best. Currently on Sheep (I could listen to the end of this track forever, the fade out is so good) and looking forward now to my Sunday Roast later today. Might also take the dogs for a walk through Mr Gilmour's back garden. Bumped into him last time I did.

Glad I'm not the only one who loves Animals. I seem to see it getting knocked far too often.

regards, Tam

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Originally posted by munch:
This one took some stick.

It still rates as one of my most played and all time Faves.
Munch

Indeed it did take some stick. And in my view most unjustly so.

regards, Tam

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Originally posted by Tam:

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Originally posted by munch:
This one took some stick.

It still rates as one of my most played and all time Faves.
Munch

Indeed it did take some stick. And in my view most unjustly so.

regards, Tam

I like this album alot but sometimes it does feel like a Roger solo album.

I know what you mean about that.

regards, Tam

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Originally posted by munch:
Did any of you see the Final Cut VHS VIDEO that came out with tha album?
Its a great bit of film.
Not long enough though.
Same as the RADIO K.A.O.S VHS tape.
It as almost HD but very short in playing time.
Munch

Don't think I did. I'll check it out later as I can see it is available to see on youtube

Post a link if you find it.

regards, Tam

Lots of choices here

http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=pink+floyd+...ut&search_type=&aq=f

Going Gilmour here

One of my fave proggy albums.

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Originally posted by munch:

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Originally posted by Lontano:
One of my fave proggy albums.

Steve has family near me .
I worked with his uncle and his cus .In 83.

He's a good guy - I met him in 83 at Uni when I attended interview with him for Uni mag. Bumped into him at Gatwick Airport a few years back and he was very happy to chat.

Another good Hackett album

Never heard of him before.

it's a rainy Saturday evening, so decided to clean this moldy record and give it a listen.

He's good and the record sounds excellent on top of it.

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Originally posted by Lontano:
Going Gilmour here

This is a great album. Will play it later today.