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May 10, 2005
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I have become a big fan of the Atlanta Symphony. I remember hearing them as only a fairly good orchestra under Robert Shaw (no disrespect, but he was a better CHORAL conductor than he was as a symphony conductor). I can back this up as a veteran of the 1991 recording/performance of Mahler's Symphony ... more |
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May 10, 2005
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To be honest, I have never been a real fan of period performances. However, this recording (as well as the other Telarc Boston Baroque (Handel Fireworks and Water Music SACD-60594) has convinced me beyond a doubt that period performances (with real period instruments) can be incredibly pleasing and ... more |
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May 10, 2005
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I am going to rain on the parade and dump on this SACD. And I do not need to be told to listen more closely.
I listened to this SACD on a system (that I know extremely well) at my local audio dealer. This system includes JMLabs Nova Utopia Be speakers, a Boulder 1012 Preamp, a pair of Boulder 1050 ... more |
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May 10, 2005
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WOW,
After listening to this SACD on a number of different systems, I have to say very cool!!!! This SACD, recorded in the magnificent Tabernacle (home of that killer organ and also home of world class acoustics) makes all previous recording efforts of a great choir just top notch.
My favorite ... more |
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May 9, 2005
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Sorry, but this is a major disappointment. I have listened to this recording for more than 7 weeks and cannot get into it. There is little soundstage and is miked too close. What bothers me most is Mr. Elder's rendition of "Venus". Sorry, but the difference between Adagio and Andante is no way as ... more |
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