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Review by Ed T January 27, 2003
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A new one for me. Most impressive. As usual for Szell and the Cleveland of this era, great ensemble and virtuoso playing. Sound in the Mahler and Walton a bit rough. Firebird quite nice sounding version an excellent interpretation. |
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This is a fine set of choral and brass music. There are a few intonation problems here and there but if you can overlook it, you will derive a great deal of musical comfort from this CD. The sound is what you hope for in a SACD. The brass are world class. The piece, "The Dream Isaiah Saw" is all ... more |
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Review by J-man January 28, 2003
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Call it "twang rock," but don't call it "country and western." Put on your toe-tappin' shoes, grab something pretty and warm, and crank it up, up and away: Steve Earle has brought his guitar to town.
Texan, music renegade, and all-around badass, Steve Earle originally recorded this album in the ... more |
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Review by Ed T January 27, 2003
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Great music and performances! I've owned them in previous versions since I was a teenager. Sound is a bit variable. As per usual with Szell SACDs, the sound on the recordings from '68 is better than that from that on the Meistersinger and Tristan selections from '62. This disc was a must for me. ... more |
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Review by Ed T January 27, 2003
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These are great performances. I believe Walter's version of 40 is the best, period. Problems? Sound is a disappointment. Ok, it's better than the CD. Perhaps that should be good enough. Perhaps not. 5 for performance, 3 for sound. |
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