Music Room

mikeeschmanPosted: 31 October 2009Last Updated: 02 November 2009
I bought this Passion over a year ago, and am just getting around to listening to it. I have followed the libretto one time through now, and would like to learn something more about how it is put together.I hadn't heard it in 30 years before this.Any...
SkipPosted: 01 November 2009Last Updated: 02 November 2009
I have never owned a Beatles CD, my kids have a couple, and I only have a couple of their LP's. We got the box in mono, thinking we could fill in with stereo for the later releases like Abbey Road, Let It Be, etc. These CD's sound great in mono,...
mikeeschmanPosted: 27 October 2009Last Updated: 02 November 2009
On Great Performances last week, we saw the Los Angeles Philharmonic do John Adams "City Noir", and enjoyed it very much.I am unfamiliar with the works of John Adams.Can anyone recommend some good recordings of his work?The only other works I know are...
JWMPosted: 23 October 2009Last Updated: 02 November 2009
On 3rd October 2009 Roert Kirby died aged 61. He came to prominence as the orchestral arranger for Nick Drake. They were Cambridge University acquaintances (Drake at Fitzwilliam, Kirby at Caius) originally introduced by a mutual friend. Drake...
seagullPosted: 31 October 2009Last Updated: 01 November 2009
I've been left to protect the nest while Mrs Seagull and Miss Seagull (dressed convincingly as Frankenstein's bride - she still had her makeup on from an earlier dance competition) go terrorising the neighbourhood and extorting large amounts of...
stephenjohnPosted: 01 November 2009Last Updated: 01 November 2009
I had a CD by Seth Lakerman [sp?], Western Approaches lying around in the kitchen. I couldn't be bothered looking too hard for something to play on my 'proper' system whilst I had a cup of tea and a piece of cake so I put it on. It sounded suprisingly good, quite enjoyable in fact. Three different singers, some acoustic instruments, not bad tunes. I'd recomend it. In fact I probably bought it after someone on this forum recomended it to me - thanks whoever you are. SJ
DerryPosted: 30 October 2009Last Updated: 01 November 2009
Yes, I know this will be complete anathema to some, but I have some 70 English, Irish, and Scottish folk LPs, many of which are not available as CD releases, and the condition of which, after many years of abuse in dusty houses and being played on...
droodzillaPosted: 28 October 2009Last Updated: 01 November 2009
Well, all of the Columbia albums, anyway:Miles Davis on ColumbiaHow tempted are you? Edit: In case anyone's wondering, it only contains 2 CDs of highlights from the Plugged Nickel set - disappointing, I think.
Foot tapperPosted: 26 October 2009Last Updated: 30 October 2009
Everyone on the Naim Forum seems to love Porcupine Tree, so I've taken a look on the Amazon site for their album. Only there are loads of them Which album should I start with for a first taste?I've tried searching on this forum but there are literally...
Steve2701Posted: 28 October 2009Last Updated: 30 October 2009
Sublime -> Touch
BlueknowzPosted: 17 October 2009Last Updated: 29 October 2009
You don't really want to hear this do you!
BigH47Posted: 10 December 2008Last Updated: 27 October 2009
It seems to be that time of year when next years tours are announced. So perhaps a central spot to see who we've missed so far?Our List so farRichard Thompson January RFHJackson BrowneAussie Pink FloydUltravox in AprilJean Michel Jarre in MayPorcupine...
famaPosted: 26 October 2009Last Updated: 26 October 2009
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v...7IXo&feature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PGmFTQsArb8 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gsQXvZzNNY Awesome talent.
J.N.Posted: 25 October 2009Last Updated: 26 October 2009
Did anyone else catch this delightfully unusual programme and enjoy the music?It was haunting. Somehow unsettling and uplifting in equal measure. The composer is Michel Duvoisin and I've emailed him to ask if the film soundtrack is commercially ...
BlueknowzPosted: 25 October 2009Last Updated: 25 October 2009
For all members in Ireland North & South Thu 19 Nov 09 Olympia Theatre
J.N.Posted: 25 October 2009Last Updated: 25 October 2009
'Baroque and Roll: Townshend on Purcell'. Radio 4 Tuesday 27th, 1.30pm.PT explains how Henry Purcell's music was apparently one of his greatest inspirations.John.
JeremyBPosted: 21 October 2009Last Updated: 24 October 2009
I just wanted to thank Naim for running the WAYLTAWMABI thread. What I learned from it has brought me so much pleasure and it is the best thread on the Interweb. IMO.
Mat CorkPosted: 20 October 2009Last Updated: 23 October 2009
Ok, there's been some heavy debate blowing through these dusty streets of late.This is some attempt to lighten it up, or light it up...reckon we'll see.Anyroad, never mind the stuff you are proud to fess up to listening to. What lurks in your closet,...
Mat CorkPosted: 20 October 2009Last Updated: 23 October 2009
Ok, there's been some heavy debate blowing through these dusty streets of late.This is some attempt to lighten it up, or light it up...reckon we'll see.Anyroad, never mind the stuff you are proud to fess up to listening to. What lurks in your closet,...
Mat CorkPosted: 20 October 2009Last Updated: 23 October 2009
Ok, there's been some heavy debate blowing through these dusty streets of late.This is some attempt to lighten it up, or light it up...reckon we'll see.Anyroad, never mind the stuff you are proud to fess up to listening to. What lurks in your closet,...
Colin LorensonPosted: 22 October 2009Last Updated: 23 October 2009
One of my absolute favourite albums available for a song, UKP 3.48 on Amazon.Sparse, evocative, moody and beautiful music.Take a chance and treat yourself.
DenisAPosted: 22 October 2009Last Updated: 23 October 2009
Thomas Dolby & Friends - 28 Feb 2010 @ Union Chapel Gig Announcement: THOMAS DOLBY AND FRIENDS: Circumnavigating ‘The Flat Earth.’ Union Chapel, Islington, London Feb 28th, 2010 "The other night I met up for a drink with my friends from the Flat Earth live band I took with me on my world tour in 1983-84–Justin Hildreth, Lyndon Connah, Matthew Seligman, and Lesley Fairbairn. We thought it would be fun to get back together and play for one night. It was great when Matthew and...
DenisAPosted: 20 September 2009Last Updated: 23 October 2009
Following the RLJ post by Diccuss, I looked at the current link to Rolling Stone Magazine and saw the Pavement headline. I shall look forward to updates.Article snippits...Every year, that “Pavement reunion” rumor comes around, and every...
steviekoiPosted: 22 October 2009Last Updated: 22 October 2009
HiAny one seen this band live ?Whats your viewsThanks in advance
mike/dallasPosted: 18 September 2009Last Updated: 21 October 2009
I just received the new Mark Knopfler cd, Get Lucky and it is an excellent effort. It has the usual tasty guitar licks and a Celtic vibe reminiscent of the Chieftains. Highly recommended.