Millennium: Luiz Caldas [Import]

1. Fricote

2. Ajayô

3. O Que Que Essa Nega Quer?

4. Tieta

5. Haja Amor

6. Eu Vou Já

7. Atual Realidad (Não Tá Com Nada)

8. Flor Cigana

9. Zorra

10. Magia

11. Minha Princesa

12. Tenho Fé, Bahia

13. Será

14. Quando Meu Amor Quer

15. Mademoiselle ( O la Ou Té Yé)

16. É Tão Bom

17. Odé E Adão

18. Lá Vem O Guarda

19. Dengo

20. Deixa Pra Lá

Tracks:

Sambalero
So Danco Samba (I Only Dance Samba)
Insensatez (How Insensitive)
O Morro Nao Tem Vez
Samba De Duas Notas (Two Note Samba)
Menina Flor
Mania De Maria
Saudade Vem Correndo
Um Abraco No Getz (A Tribute To Getz)
Ebony Samba (Second Version)
Ebony Samba (First Version)

Customer Reviews:

Breathtaking Album.......2007-01-26

This'll probably be one of my shorter reviews mainly because I love this album, and there's little more that I can add to that. This is Jazz Samba Encore, this time featuring Stan Getz and Luiz Bonfa (Orfeu Negro, Luiz Bonfa Sings & Plays, etc.). Also featured here is Maria Toledo, Luiz Bonfa's then wife (I'm not sure if they are still married).

This is an amazing album, and a must have. The music is wonderful... very gentle, extremely clear, and very sincere. Featured here is a haunting version of "Sambalero" to open up the gentle adventure followed by 10 more incredible tracks. Gentle sax, perfect marriage between his tone and Luiz Bonfa's guitar. The music evokes an image, and the timing and musicianship grabs me every time I listen to this. While I loved every song on this, there were others that are absolute staples to me: "Insensatez", "Samba De Duas Notas", "Menina Flor", "Um Abraco No Getz", and "Ebony Samba".

If you are a bossa nova fan, you will certainly want to get this if you don't already own it. It's stunning. And if you do like this, you also want to check out "Getz/Gilberto", "Jazz Samba", "Getz/Almeida" to name but a few. You may also like music by Bud Shank with Laurindo Almeida.

Another strong bossa nova release from Getz.......2007-01-07

Jazz Samba Encore was the third album in a series of four releases of bossa nova music on the Verve label, all of them featuring Stan Getz playing the songs of Antonio Carlos Jobim and Luiz Bonfa. This album is mainly a collaboration between Getz and Bonfa, and although the latter composer dominates proceedings, three of Jobim's songs are included, as well as his accompaniment on both guitar and piano on some of the tracks.

Not only is Bonfa a great songwriter, he is also an accomplished guitarist as he demonstrates on so many of the tracks here. His playing has a crisp and at times urgent feel on the faster numbers. Surprisingly, his most famous composition, Manha De Carnival was not included on the album. Also, Jobim's song Corcovado was present on the original LP as an instrumental, but is omitted from the CD. Instead we get a double take of Ebony Samba, one of the highlights of the album, so all is not lost.

As for the music, as one would expect it is just wonderful. It is rather different in feel and presentation to its purely instrumental predecessor, Jazz Samba, with JSE generally having a lighter and more joyous tone overall, but no less captivating. There is also the presence of Brazilian vocalist Maria Toledo. She tends to use her voice more as an instrument rather than the singing of lyrics. And with a slight echo added this gives an unusual haunting quality to some of these tracks. However, she does get to sing at least a full verse on one or 2 tracks, and one such example is Insensatez, one of the few melancholic songs included. The way this is performed is simply sublime, and worth the money of the CD alone. The great Stan Getz, of course is in excellent form as he was on Jazz Samba, and his sense of timing and use of phrasing is as immaculate as ever.

Although there were no huge hits from this album, unlike the case with Jazz Samba (Desifinado) and Getz/Gilberto (Girl From Ipenema), that does not render Jazz Samba Encore any less substantial as a musical project. If you liked the other two albums mentioned, you should certainly enjoy this one.

Great Jazz Samba Encore!.......2006-03-10

This CD is just exceptionally good. It has a great mix of jazz samba in the same vein as the cd that precedes it. A great vibe for listening to and small chit chat or great for studying to.

grbouder56.......2003-02-03

This is just what the title implies. ENCORE. Great Jazz Samba music for listening.

Magical Mystery Tour.......2002-11-03

A fella from Madrid (I'm above 13 years):
I think Sgt. Peppers; Ziggy Stardust, ............and Jazz Samba Encore! are a must have. Luiz Bonfa's solos takes your heart and Getz fills all the amazing space. Smoke something, fix yourself a drink and
enjoy the Magical Mystery Tour.

Black Orpheus (Orfeu Negro): The Original Sound Track From The Film

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The best and original.
wonderful
Buy the movie, not this soundtrack
Nace el bosanova
Great Disc

Black Orpheus (Orfeu Negro): The Original Sound Track From The Film
Antonio Carlos Jobim , and Luiz Bonfa
Manufacturer: Verve
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Tracks:

Generique
A Felicidade
Frevo
O Nosso Amor
O Nosso Amor
Manha De Carnaval
Scene Du Lever Du Soleil
Manha De Carnaval
Scenes De La Macumba
O Nosso Amor
Manha De Carnaval
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This impressionistic score from Marcel Camus's 1958 cinematic retelling of the Greek myth of Orpheus was most Americans' introduction to the Brazilian musical style called bossa nova. As it became a nationwide craze that featured both Brazilian samba and U.S. cool-jazz participants, the names of Black Orpheus composers Antonio Carlos Jobim and Luiz Bonfa became familiar far beyond the hi-fi set. Along with the haunting theme song, "Manha de Carnaval," and several Jobim compositions are the vibrant street sounds of the pre-Lenten festival Carnaval, which provides the backdrop to the tragic love story of Orpheus and Eurydice. The score is awash with percussive samba rhythms and the laughter and chanting of the annual festival melee. This is a great disc to play when the day needs a parade. --Lois Maffeo

Customer Reviews:

The best and original........2007-01-29

I like Manha De Carnaval so much that I listened to Domingo, Nana Mouskouri, Carly Simon and Luis Miguel's versions borrowed from the libraries. I like the original song in track 6 by Luiz Bonfa. Track 8 guitar playing is also beautiful. Track 11 female vocal is wonderful, spontaneous and second to none. The sound quality is excellent.

wonderful.......2006-03-26

It's wonderful to have a new recording of the sound track from the movie Black Orpheus. The movie was one of my favorites but I played my old record of the sound track so many times (and put it through so many moves) it was scratched and no longer enjoyable to listen to. Now everytime I listen to my CD version I am transported to the time and space of the movie and the time and space of the early sixties when I first heard it. The little bonus addition at the end of the CD is fun too.

Buy the movie, not this soundtrack.......2006-03-09

Save your money. I love the movie very much, and to watch it and to listen it is an experience like none other. However, if you look for the music from this movie, do not look here. This is just the movie, except without video. I have great respect for Bonfa and Jobim's work on this music, but they do not get glorified truly since the tracks change so quickly and the movie sounds play such a large role in the soundtrack cd. Listen to Trio da Paz and their Black Orpheus album and see how it compares, and even though it is not the original Jobim or Bonfa, it pays more homage to them than this original soundtrack. Verve took the wrong route with this one. Yes the music is landmark in evolving Samba/Bossa Nova, but this cd does not depict truly how wonderful the music is.

Nace el bosanova.......2006-02-21

Considerada la primera película en la que se da a conocer el bosanova, "Orfeo Negro" incluye una serie de fabulosas canciones como "A felicidade", "A nosso amor" y "manha de carnaval". Al parecer los temas fueron tomados de la película, razón por la cual el audio no es el mejor. Este es un disco para coleccionistas entusiastas del bosanova pero no espere variedad ni calidad de audio. Como punto negativo encuentro que en el CD no incluyeron los nombres de los intérpretes de cada canción.

Great Disc.......2006-01-15

Brand new and shipped fast. Great merchant

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the flying dutchman andre rieu
The Flying Dutchman
Content Excellent but marred by poor video.
The Flying Dutchman
Wonderful Performance

The Flying Dutchman

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ASIN: B000AYEI2C
Release Date: 2005-09-27

Tracks:

Entry Of The Gladiators - J. Fu
Vienna, City Of My Dreams - R. Sieczynski
Wiener Praterleben - S. Translateur
Blaze Away - A. Holzman
The Laughing Song (Die Fledermaus) - J. Strau
Triumphal March (A) - G. Verdi
Snowwaltz - Traditional
The Wild Rover - Traditional
Somewhere Over The Rainbow - H. Arlen
Habanera (Carmen) - G. Bizet
Moonlight (Kojo no tsuki) - R. Taki
Manhe Carnaval - L. Bonfa
Volare - D. Modugno
The Limburg Anthem - H. Thijssen
O Fortuna (Carmina Burana) - C. Orff

Customer Reviews:

the flying dutchman andre rieu.......2007-06-08

Love the talent and the music of this talented gentleman

The Flying Dutchman .......2006-09-02

A ndres DVDs get better, an excellent show in wonderful surroundings, I have his latest.

Content Excellent but marred by poor video........2006-04-18

I was dissapointed in this video from the viewpoint of very poor video quality. Barely on a par with VHS. I have a 480P front projector with an 80" diagonal picture and it was unwatchable on that system I had to view it on my 36" tv to have an acceptable picture and even then it was not great. I have several Andre Rieu videos and have never run into that before. According to other reviews Denon has put out a very poor product this time.

The show itself is terrific as Andre always is.

The Flying Dutchman.......2006-04-06

Excellent CD to listen to and relax, to listen while I'm working, and at any time of the day. Andre Rieu is good music!

Wonderful Performance.......2006-03-03

Andre's Flying Dutchman was a delight to watch. Filmed in Limberg, this concert is beautifully pieced together with a lovely array of music. The voices of his beautiful soloists add to the atmosphere of this wonderful concert. Something I would highly recommend.

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The Chairman loves this!
Solo in Rio 1959
Sublime
A real talent
Bonfa, Brazilian Master

Solo in Rio 1959
Luiz Bonfá
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ASIN: B00079R052
Release Date: 2005-02-22

Tracks:

Pernambuco
Night And Day
Shearing
Sambolero
Calypso Minor
Uma Prece (A Prayer)
Bonfabuloso
Quebra Mar (The Seawall)
Luzes Do Rio (Lights Of Rio)
Perdido De Amor (Lost In Love)
Manha De Carnaval
Amor Sem Adeus (Love Without Goodbye)
Variacoes Em Violao (Variations On Guitar)
Seringuerio
Chopin
Na Baixa do Sapateiro [In the Shoemaker's Hollow]
Murder
A Brazilian In New York
Prelude To Adventure In Space
Tenderly
Blue Madrid
Marcha Escocesa (Scottish March)
Fanfarra (Fanfare)
Samba De Orfeu
Manha De Carnava
Perdido De Amor 2
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Seringueiro 2
Luzes De Rio 2

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Luiz Bonfá, along with Antonio Carlos Jobim, Baden Powell and Joao Gilberto, helped invent Brazilian Bossa Nova. "The whisper heard around the world" was budding during the 1950s but achieved full flower a decade later. It was a coolly intellectual yet irresistibly melodic marriage of African-derived samba rhythms with American jazz and French Existentialism. Bonfá eventually became world-famous due to his contributions to the score of Orfeo Negro, a much-honored film in which the tragic Greek legend was transmuted to Rio during Carnival time. The present tracks were produced by Emory Cook and this invaluable reissue not only revives a beautiful album but contains 15 previously unreleased tunes. The sonic environment is clear and spacious throughout, uncluttered by unnecessary studio adulterations. Bonfá was not a great singer but his wistful, straight-from-the-heart delivery makes mere technique seem showy and overdone. However, as a guitarist, he had no superiors and few peers. --Christina Roden

Album Description

One of the most creative guitar virtuosos of the 20th century, Luiz Bonfá is celebrated as one of the principal architects of the cool Brazilian sound of bossa nova - and as co-author, with Antônio Carlos Jobim, of the film score to "Black Orpheus." But Bonfá was far more than the composer of "Manhã de Carnaval." His technical mastery, intimacy, and dynamism suffuse every track of this first CD edition of his masterpiece, a long-unobtainable solo 1959 LP, along with a half-hour of previously unreleased material from the original studio session. 70 minutes, 31 tracks, 32 page booklet with extensive notes by Anthony Weller.

Customer Reviews:

The Chairman loves this!.......2007-06-12

I am in awe. His superb musicianship surpasses my other favorite, the Jobim Songbook.

Solo in Rio 1959.......2007-05-12

Luiz Bonfa has to be one of best classical style guitar players I'll ever hear during my lifetime. Luiz Bonfa is not a singer. He can play a solo piece and you would swear he had an accompaniment, if you could not see him playing. If you have an ear for music, you'll appreciate his playing.

Sublime.......2007-04-07

This CD illustrates beautifully why Luiz Bonfa is considered one of the most important and influential Brazilian guitarists ever. No collection of Brazilian guitar music (or quality guitar music of any genre for that matter) is complete without this sublime recording. Excellent liner notes by an accomplished writer/musician who really knows this man's music are icing on a delicious cake.

A real talent.......2007-01-25

Luiz Bonfa was a classically trained guitarist who became a wonderful jazz musician and composer. The spontaneity of these solo performances - all miniatures that do not seem brief at all - is matched by the natural sound of the recording. It is hard to believe that it was made with a battery operated tape recorder in one night in 1959. This CD proves that all you need to sound great is real talent.

Bonfa, Brazilian Master.......2006-08-21

This has been an extremely hard to find audio recording from the legendary Brazilian guitarist/composer Luiz Bonfa. Amazingly, the producers included other takes of some of Bonfa's classics which I have never before heard.

Bonfa's guitar virtuosity and composition work are a joy for both guitarists and non-guitarists to enjoy.

I consider this to be a 'must have' collection

The title has been changed from the original A Voila de Luiz Bonfa to Solo in Rio. Buy it - you won't be disappointed.

Baby Cello: Soothing Music from 24 Cellos

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We love this C.D.!
Glorious sound

Baby Cello: Soothing Music from 24 Cellos

Manufacturer: Cala Records
ProductGroup: Music
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Baby Sleep
Sweet Dreams
Planet Sleeps
Golden Slumbers: A Father's Lullaby
Masters of the Bow

ASIN: B0006UYOO2
Release Date: 2005-01-18

Tracks:

The Swan
Ave Maria
Greensleeves
Black Orpheus
The Dove
Vocalise
Dance Of The Sugar Plum Fairy
El Condor Pasa
Begin The Beguine
A Child's Folksong
Farewell To Cuba
Songs My Mother Taught Me
Blessing
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Product Description

Baby Cello CD. Soothing Music From 24 Cellos 1. The Swan 2. Ave Maria 3. Greensleeves 4. Black Orpheus 5. The Dove 6. Vocalise 7. Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy 8. El Condor Pasa 9. Begin the Beguine 10. A Childs Folksong 11. Farewell to Cuba 12. Songs my Mother Taught Me 13. Blessing 14. Satin Doll 15. The Girl from Ipanema 16. Coventry Fantasy

Customer Reviews:

We love this C.D.!.......2005-04-03

We received the Baby Cello C.D. as a gift, and my husband and I just love it. The music is truly moving in the most uplifting way, and the songs chosen are just beautiful; not at all stuffy. The true test was when our two-year-old, who had not had a nap all day, got completely wired and still would not go to sleep after 10 p.m. She screamed for 20 minutes as we tried to get her down, until I put Baby Cello on, and the screaming stopped instantaneously! She went to sleep to the C.D. without another wimper! We highly recommend Baby Cello for parents and babies alike, and have bought it for other parents with babies that we know. It uplifts, as well as soothes, depending upon what time of day we put it on, and it serves as wonderful dinner music as well. We can't imagine anyone not loving this C.D.! A.and J. Pieri, Albany,CA

Glorious sound.......2005-01-23

I am so pleased with Baby Cello. The sound of this music is utterly glorious. Soothing doesn't begin to describe it. My 2 year old and I love listening to it at all times of day.

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The best of latin music through Domingo's voice
Classic Latin American tunes beautifully sung and produced,

De Mi Alma Latina

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Aquellos ojos verdes
La flor de la canela - Que nadie sepa mi sufrir - Amarraditos
Nosotros - Contigo - Sin ti
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Solamente una vez - Veracruz - Noche de ronda
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Sabras que te quiero
Alfonsina y el mar - Gracias a la vida
Lamento Boricano - Vereda Tropical
Como ayer
Perfidia - Frenesi - La ultima noche
Adios
Por Amor - Asi como te buscaba - Yo vendo unos ojos negros

Customer Reviews:

The best of latin music through Domingo's voice.......1999-08-10

This CD goes wherever I go, it is with no doubt, the queen of my collection. Medleys are wonderfully orchestrated and arranged and every song makes you travel anywhere between Mexico and Buenos Aires. Here, Domingo's voice is more like a musical instrument than anything else and each song you'll discover a new instrument. Honestly, I would personally award it six stars.

Classic Latin American tunes beautifully sung and produced,.......1998-12-11

Domingo's love for traditional Latin American music shines throughout this CD. A selection of great "standards", beautifully arranged and recorded by one of the world's great voices. "De Mexico a Buenos Aires," written by Domingo's son is the one original song on the recording and is one of many highlights here. I have listenned to this CD countless times over the past two years and it remains a delight.

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Lesser known guitarist wins me over

Manhã de Carnaval

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Pixaim
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Album Description

The guitar has played a major part in the evolution of Brazilian music, especially during the twentieth century. On this recording the charm, beauty and sensuality of Brazilian guitar music can be heard in pieces as diverse as Marco Pereira's Pixaim, a fast rhythmic dance originating from North-East Brazil, João Pernambuco's cheeky Blackbird, the classic song Girl from Ipanema by Antonio Carlos Jobim, a founder of the Bossa Nova movement and, from Brazil's most famous composer, Heitor Villa-Lobos, the hauntingly lyrical Sentimental Melody, written for the film Green Mansions in 1957. Award winning guitarist, Graham Anthony Devine was born in England and, in his teens, moved to Brazil where he has become an established performer and teacher, giving many recitals and masterclasses throughout South America. He is a laureate of many international guitar competitions in Europe and the United States.

Customer Reviews:

Lesser known guitarist wins me over.......2005-04-07

I got this disc on an impulse, trying to add to my slowly growing collection of classical guitar music. This is one impulse buy I do not regret! The selections are very mellow and relaxing, and they seem to mesh together well as if logically following one another. Graham Anthony Devine is truly "Devine" in my book. His technique is awe-inspiring, and his phrasing is subtle and precise. It's obvious he is enjoying himself a great deal playing this music. His disc has quickly become one of my all-time favorites. As a guitarist he ranks right up there with the very best and can easily be compared to John Williams or Pepe Romero, among others. Highly recommended!

Pavarotti & Friends: For Cambodia and Tibet

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Excellent video....
Great songs sung by a diverse group of artists
Pavarotti's Best War Child Concert
Very diverse! Loved it!
A wonderfully enjoyable and diverse collection of music

Pavarotti & Friends: For Cambodia and Tibet
Traci Chapman , Eurythmics , Savage Garden , George Michael , Aqua , and Skunk Anansie
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Release Date: 2000-09-12

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A Wonderful World
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Desde que o samba e samba
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I Saved The World Today
Manha de Carnival
Be With You
All You Need Is Love

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With the seventh installment of Pavarotti & Friends: For Cambodia and Tibet, the beloved tenor assembles yet another all-star cast of musicians in hopes of helping the children of Cambodia and Tibet. The music of the pop stars--which ranges from the modern rock of the veteran Eurythmics to the dance-pop of Aqua--really steals the show here, with Pavarotti lending his impeccable vocal support. Tracy Chapman performs "Baby Can I Hold You" as a duet with Pavarotti, and Eurythmics team up with him on "There Must Be an Angel (Playing with My Heart)." Of course, the tenor's fans will be begging to hear the opera great in his element, and it's no surprise that he shines on Bizet's "Agnus Dei," with international pop star Mónica Naranjo joining in; Eduardo Di Capua's "O Sole Mio," with Savage Garden; or even Luigi Denza's "Funiculi, Funicula," with Aqua and a children's chorus. As globetrotting benefit tributes go, this is a mixed bag, but there's probably something here for everyone. --Jason Verlinde

Customer Reviews:

Excellent video...........2002-10-13

I am a fan of Savage Garden, The Eurythmics, and George Michael - all of them did a great job with and without Pavarotti....

And the man who sang O SOLE MIO - Darren Hayes (formerly of Savage Garden)... has the most beautiful- angelic- sultry and great voices I have ever heard - and to do it in Neapoliaton Italian (dialect) and in my opinion the best duet of ALL of them featured!!!!!

Great songs sung by a diverse group of artists.......2002-02-07

As always, Maestro Pavarotti's Modena concerts are highly entertaining and uplifting.
All artists sang two songs during the concert (one on their own and another with Maestro Pavarotti), but unfortunately not all of the songs are featured on this video. Another shortcoming is that there are no interviews or any extra footage.

It is funny to hear Pavarotti sing a pop tune as it is equally funny to see a pop singer with virtually no voice doing "O Sole Mio", but if it is all in good spirit and for charity, then it is enjoyable.

If you are intersted in European music scene or simply love Pavarotti, this tape will be a great treat for you.

Pavarotti's Best War Child Concert.......2002-01-04

Bravo showed this concert on New Years 2002 and it blew my mind. It is certainly the best of the War Child concerts, which started in 1996 as Pavarotti's effort to help the children of war-torn countries.
Like in the previous concerts, Pavarotti appears with international pop stars in the open-air piazza of his home town, Modena, Italy. (How do I get tickets for that?)
If you haven't heard any of these concerts, also available on CDs, you will be surprised how well Pavarotti's voice--a voice that makes the gods swoon--blends with the likes of Enrique Iglesias, George Michael, Tracy Chapman, and the Eurythmics. Previous concerts included B.B. King, Elton John, Ricky Martin, and Liza Minelli. Sometimes he sings along in English, sometimes in Italian counterpoint. The effect is stupdendous! These concerts display all the beauty of this great operatic voice while at the same time honoring the art of our greatest pop artists.
What makes this video the best is the children's chorus, the combined Ars Canto of Parmi, Italy, and the Children's Choir of Cambodia and Tibet. The video starts with this chorus joining Pavarotti and the totally sexy Enrique Iglesias in a rousing "Cielito Lindo."
Pavarotti really knows entertainment and in this one he pulls out all the stops! Best of all, part of the proceeds of this tape goes to benefit the children of Cambodia and Tibet. Pavarotti's efforts to help War Child have already built music centers for children in Kosovo, Liberia, and Guatemala. What great leadership!
He says on one of his jackets: "All too often, children are betrayed by the inhuman actions of adults, and become the innocent victims of war and cruelty. War Child is an energetic, and practical organization offering vital hope, working tirelessly for children to regain their rightful place in the world."

Very diverse! Loved it!.......2000-12-18

I am a HUGE Savage Garden fan so that was the main reason to buy this album. And I have to say Darren's voice is AWESOME in "O Sole Mio", the first time I listened to it it made me cry. So I bought the cd. I was glad to see that there are very enjoyable songs in the album not only the SG tracks. I loved Tracy Chapman's "Baby Can I Hold You Tonight" performance, now I am a Tracy fan too. You'll enjoy the performances by Aqua, Enrique Iglesias and Eurhytmics and of course the queen Tracy Chapman " ("Telling Stories" is superb!). I even discovered some new artists I had never heard of and I liked them. You won't be disappointed by this album.

A wonderfully enjoyable and diverse collection of music.......2000-11-05

This collection of music has given me great pleasure. Aqua's Around the World is a joy. Hearing the Eurythmics and Pavarotti perform together is fun and beautiful. I also especially liked Enrique Iglesias's Be with you. 20 tracks and 77 minutes of great music I will listen to again and again. And all for a good cause.

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Music from the soul
One of the best Pieces of Music I Own
Soothing Sophistication
A SNOOZE
He's The MAN!

Luiz Bonfa Plays and Sings Bossa Nova
Luiz Bonfá
Manufacturer: Polygram Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00004S36L
Release Date: 2000-03-21

Tracks:

Two Note Samba
Come Here, My Love
Sambalamento
Brazillian Blues
Morning Of The Carnival
The Silence Of Love
Sunday Night
Coral Island
Goodbye
The Sea Wall
The End Of Love
Cry Your Blues Away
Bossa Nova Cha Cha

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Music from the soul.......2007-05-17

Luis Bonfá plays with his soul, and the result is fantastic. If you like bossa nova, not doubt this is a must have.

One of the best Pieces of Music I Own.......2006-12-05

I can't think of any other way to put it - this is easily one of the best albums I own. Luiz Bonfa was one of the, if not THE, founder of bossa nova. His influence is all over the genre, from the "Orfeu Negro" original soundtrack to modern adaptations. This particular album highlights him at IMO his best. When listening to this I'm taken to an old record player at sunset in the summer. Great with the remastering but there's something about the old vinyl that'll always carry something special.

I won't get into every song - but will mention some of the highlights to me. With the music, it's more than the guitar play, it's the mood, the build and the orchestration. Footballers in Brasil... the really good ones... will tell you that when they keep the game simple, they play better. I think it translates well with the music too. From "The Silence of Love" to "The Sea Wall", you can hear the gentle percussion roll with the guitar and piano. Another of my favorites here was "Sunday Night". Maria Toledo's (his wife) voice is almost haunting in this. "Coral Island" is also incredibly romantic - just amazing builds and a breathtaking ending. I think my favorite song on this album though is "Goodbye". It's like a scene from a very good, classy movie and again, there's just enough of Maria's voice to give the song that little bit extra. "Manha Do Carnaval" is a song that always deserves mention.

I can't recommend this album enough. It's one of the best albums I own. Luiz is, to me, one of the best guitar players that ever lived. Others that I really enjoy are Maria Toledo's album where she sings many of Luiz's songs. Another fantastic MUST have is "Jazz Samba: Encore", done with Stan Getz and Maria Toledo - just thinking about that album and "Menina Flor" makes me want to hear it again. You would also want to check out the original "Jazz Samba" done with I think Oscar Peterson, other works by Joao Gilberto, and works by another favorite of mine who is criminally underrated, Laurindo Almeida - especially Getz/Almeida. Whatever you do, don't miss this amazing piece of art and music.

Soothing Sophistication.......2006-02-06

Well, I don't know what the reviewer who considered this a snooze expected, Sepultura perhaps? If you don't like mellow, then Luiz Bonfa Plays and Sings Bossa Nova is NOT going to be for you. But if you enjoy the cool, understated and soothing sophistication of bossa nova and a taste of Bonfa's perfect sense of rhythm, then don't hesitate to give this a shot.
I was more familiar with A C Jobim and Joao Gilberto than I was with Luiz Bonfa until I bought this CD, but I knew that Bonfa's music had merit solely on the strength of the internationally famous Morning of the Carnival.
I recently listened to this again after it sat a long time on the shelf, and I found a lot to like that I missed when I initially heard it. The first six songs are vocals, the rest are instrumentals. I like the whole CD, but the following speak to me most:
2) Come Here My Love- rousing stacatto vocals and an interesting instrumental interlude.
3) Sambalamento- great vocals that presage Jobim.
4) Brazilian Blues- epitomizes the "happy sadness" for which bossa nova is famous. Vocals remind me of Roberto Carlos.
5) Morning of the Carnival- I read recently that some Hollywood group recently voted Somewhere Over the Rainbow the "best" movie song ever written. Huh? With so many great movie songs, the "best" is surely a mere matter of taste and hard to define. To my ears, Morning of the Carnival is miles ahead of Yip Harburg's Wizard of Oz ditty.
10)The Sea Wall-A sprightly tune that features a dazzling display of Bonfa's guitar wizardry.
11)The End of Love-With a vaguely familiar opening, this segues into pure instrumental bliss.
13) Bossa Nova Cha Cha- a languid, dreamy cut that closes out this all too short CD.
Obviously, you can tell that I highly recommend this obscure gem. Those who follow my reviews know they can depend on me to call 'em like I hear 'em. So don't hesitate when it comes to discovering (or re-discovering) the magic of Luiz Bonfa by buying this CD.

A SNOOZE.......2003-02-12

This might be nice easy-listening dinner-party music if you are looking for something with a retro flavor, but that's about it. I was very disappointed in this CD... and there aren't many Brazilian CD's I can say that about.

He's The MAN!.......2001-09-08

Oh, this album is so satisfying. Especially the 2nd track: "Vem So (Come Here My Love)", a great love song. On this album Bonfa's guitar playing is elegant and simple, and the orchestrations by Lalo Schifrin extremely romantic. It covers many styles, with one song reminding me of Joao Gilberto and another of Henry Mancini. This album is one of the great legacies of 1960s bossa nova. Sweet, romantic and totally hip.

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For the last time!
Standing Ovation !!!
A mistake that we need to remember
I Wish I Was There
Not the best tenors album.

Paris 1998

Manufacturer: Atlantic / Wea
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000009N02
Release Date: 1998-08-18

Tracks:

Maristella: Io Conosco Un Giardino
Fedora: Amor Ti Vieta
Granada
T'estimo
Memoires De Danton
Caruso
Medley Of Romance: Sous Le Ciel De Paris
Medley Of Romance: Solamente Una Vez
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Medley Of Romance: Parlami D'amore Mariu
Medley Of Romance: Tu, Ca' Nun Chiagne
Medley Of Romance: Manha De Carnaval
Medley Of Romance: Ti Voglio Tanto Bene
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La Del Soto Del Parral: Quiero Desterrar De Tu Pecho El Temor
Turandot: Nessun Dorma
Because
O Sole Mio
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Medley Of The World: Standchen
Medley Of The World: Dicitencello Vuie
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Medley Of The World: You'll Never Walk Alone

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If you think you've heard it all, you're wrong. The three big guys are indeed back, in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower, with a rabidly enthusiastic crowd to welcome them. They sing many favorites-- "Granada," "Because," "Nessun dorma"--and there are a pair of medleys: one devoted to love songs, and one called "Medley of the World," which ends with a rendition of "You'll Never Walk Alone" that might just bring tears to your eyes. If the truth be known, the three tenors have put on 8 years since we first heard them together, and a fair amount of bloom is off their rose-like voices--with Domingo's ardency sounding a bit hard-edged, Carreras's tone even more spread than before, and some of Pavarotti's gold tarnished and his breath shorter. Suffice it to say that older CDs by these three formerly-really-great tenors are worth their weight in gold, compared to the bronze you'll find here. But the classy James Levine at the helm keeps the "event" going with passion, and it's hard not to get caught up in the excitement. --Robert Levine

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For the last time!.......2006-12-23

The last of the great tenor concerts that is worth watching!

Standing Ovation !!!.......2001-09-24

Once again, the Tenors electrified the world. It was estimated that over 1.6 billion viewers saw this extraordinary display of musical genius.
The Pavarotti rendition of "Nessun Dorma" was breathtaking as he "hit" his famous high C with VINCERO!!!
With the exception of "Nessun Dorma & Caruso", I felt that it
was Domingo who carried the show. His voice style changes so dramatically to fit the mood and melody of each song.
Carreras, I felt, was lacking the "oomph" in his solos on this tour. However, no one can top Carreras when a line needs to be delivered that has "deep-gut" emotional feelings, almost mad sounding, i.e. the song "Because" -- listen when he sings "his love makes mangle of devile...", you'll understand what I mean.
Combine the Three together and you have pure brilliance. Listen to the song "You'll Never Walk Alone" is almost patriotic like.
"O' Sole Mio" and the show stopper "La Donna Mobile" left the people standing and cheering.
The Paris setting was spectacular. James Levine was his normal go lucky conductor self as he makes the viewing audience and the orchestra feel at ease with his upbeat facial expressions.
An awesome addition to your collection. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to see why the world has labled them "The Three Tenors." BRAVO

A mistake that we need to remember.......2001-09-10

I was blessed to have a chance to be in Paris at that time, and really one of the reasons I went to the City of Romance was because I was so eager to go to the Three Tenors Concert. I managed to get a very good seat at the front in order to really experience and enjoy the concert that I had been dreaming to go all my life, because I am so madly in love with classical and opera music. Also I am a great fan for all of these three tenors, particularly Placido Domingo.

Having watched the Three Tenors Concert in Los Angeles, which was so great and inspiring, I was hoping this one can turn out to be greater and more successful. However it really failed my expectation and turned me into disappointment. Several mistakes were made which surely caused this concert to be a failure.

First, the choice of the conductor. James Levine was really the wrong choice for the position which is actually the heart of such an important event. His style of conduct and taste of music was proven unsuitable. It did not make you feel excited, but at sometimes made you feel uneasy and uncomfortable.

Second, something seemed to be limiting Domingo's ability and talent to be fully expressed. In fact he appeared to be much older and less energetic. The usual powerfulness and beauty of his voice really disappeared somewhere that can be hardly known.
As for Pavarotti we can only give him an average mark for his performance.

Third, lack of common sense. Even three years old child knows Granada has to be and is best to be sung by Domingo, just like Nessun Dorma has to be by Pavarotti, but I just can't understand why the organiser or the music directors did not realize this? Were they too commercially motivated or too careless???

Jose was the best and played an instrumental role to keep this concert going, my admiration towards him grow more after this event. Anyway huamns do make mitakes including the famous and popular ones. Although this concert was not their greatest my support for them will still remain.

I Wish I Was There.......2000-12-11

I found this is one of my favorite of all "The Three Tenors" recordings. I would have loved to have been present one the night of this concert. I want to say all of the tenors do a superb job. I cannot understand why people put down Carreras because he proves here how much he appreciates his gift. Domingo is almost flawless. I have been a fan of Pavarotti since I 1980 (when I was just 12). Here is my personal favorite, Caruso.

Not the best tenors album........2000-05-03

First of all, the change of the conductor. We were used to the thundering conducting of Mehta. Then, Pavarotti is not the same man that he was in '94 and in '90. His range fell a lot. Then, he dared to sing a song that is traditionally sang by Domingo (Granada) It lacks opera arias. Not a good purchase. Buy the first or the second albums.

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