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October 28, 2004
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Spot on beardawgs, I agree completely. |
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October 28, 2004
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I love both of these pieces and have them both on redbook cds (is that the correct terminology?), the Caldara on an excellent (and cheap) naxos disc, one of several of Caldara's church music they've produced. Rene Jacob's recording of Caldara's "Magdelen at the feet of christ" was one of the records ... more |
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October 28, 2004
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Well, I've really enjoyed this disc and don't find either the sound or the performances to be "tiny" (as JW did). This is, after all, a chamber version of the Seasons, with one (original period) instrument to a part and shouldn't sound like a full orchestra. Having said that, the performances aren't ... more |
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October 28, 2004
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I am inclined to agree with Nick C about the sound of this disc.
Whearas the performances are fine, the recording makes the soloists sound quite wiry and very glassy and abrasive. This detracts from the enjoyment you can take in the performances.
I found the sound thin and tiring, with none of the ... more |
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October 28, 2004
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I just wanted to add my agreement to the other two reviewers. I have nothing to add to what they have written as they're spot on. This is a sumptuosly beautiful and moving disc (the Nisi Dominus in particular) which features wonderful performances and glowing, open four channel sound. If there were ... more |
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