One More River

Editorial Reviews
From Parents' Choice®
Folk music isn't frenetic or reliant on "attitude.'' It isn't hip, it's timeless. Folk music is made up of tall tales and histories, digging deep into tradition, shared life experiences and the meaning of childhood and family. All of that resonates through the simple beauty of this recording featuring longtime folkie Bill Staines.

Staines' vocals are soulful and conversational; the instrumental clarity offered by Staines and other fine musicians is an added layer of expression, from the shiny bright of penny whistle and violin to the darker hued bass and guitar.

Among the selections are "Leatherwing Bat,'' in which a little bat, an owl, redbird, and other feathered Romeos speak of their love travails; "Mr. Rabbit, Mr. Rabbit,'' whose joyful response to his rabbity lot in life is simple: "Every little soul's gonna shine, shine.''

"So Sang the River'' is Staine's own uplifting anthem to the waterways of America; "One More River,'' a Noah's Ark tale, is an inviting singalong. A 1998 Parents' Choice® Gold Award.

Reviewed by Lynne Heffley, Parents' Choice® 1998

One More River, Music, Bill Staines, Childrens, Contemporary Singer/Songwriter, Country & Western, Folk, Folk & Traditional, Pop, Singer/Songwriter
Haunted Heart
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Sublime and ridiculous
  • Eeeeeeeeeeewwwwwww
  • Better than I thought it would be
  • Brava Renee
  • Art is always new.
Haunted Heart
Paul McCartney , Gustav Mahler , Joni Mitchell , Emile Paladilhe , Arthur Schwartz , James ("Jimmy") Van Heusen , Various Composers , Heitor Villa-Lobos , Jimmy Webb , Richard A. Whiting , Stevie Wonder , Guy Wood , Bill Frisell , Fred Hersch , and Renée Fleming
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ASIN: B0007Z9QUS
Release Date: 2005-05-10

Tracks:

  1. Haunted Heart
  2. River
  3. When Did You Leave Heaven?
  4. You've Changed
  5. Answer Me
  6. My Cherie Amour
  7. In My Life
  8. The Moon Is A Harsh Mistress
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  13. Psych
  14. Hard Times Come Again No More

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While countless fans flock to see soprano Renee Fleming's performances of the Countess in The Marriage of Figaro because she's got the voice and the dramatic ability to handle such meaty roles, the versatile singer throws her fans a curveball on Haunted Heart, singing popular standards and ballads as well as a few altered classical pieces. In her liner notes, Fleming calls this album a "look back at the road not taken" -- she played a weekly gig in a jazz club while in school. Nonetheless, her feel for the material here is undeniable. Interestingly, she drops her voice a full octave from her usual tessitura, and the change reveals a robust gospel-oriented approach filled with dramatic breaths and moans. The lyrical Fred Hersch (piano) and the idiosyncratic Bill Frisell (guitar) provide support, and both are adventurous jazz players who create subtle and uniquely haunting backdrops. It adds up to an interesting cross-section of ideas well carried off by the generous talents of all involved. --Tad Hendrickson

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Interview with Renee Fleming
Renee Fleming speaks about recent projects, including her memoir The Inner Voice and her recent Handel CD, in our interview.

Customer Reviews:

2 out of 5 stars Sublime and ridiculous.......2007-06-13

The sublime: much of the artistry of this recording is about sound, and the subtle blending/responding of voice with guitar sounds and / or piano sounds. It is in the sensitive musical interplay between the artists where this effort shines. Definitely not recommended for road trips!

The ridiculous: Fleming ended the majority of most phrases in most of the songs with a guttural of some sort which for me becomes irritating to the point of distraction. These punctuations are mostly quite awful: really tasteless, clumsy, and overused big time and I'm amazed at how this ever got released. Without these ersatz testifyin' noises this CD would be stunning.

So, if you have the ability and inclination to edit out this garbage from your perception as you listen I think you'll be glad you experienced these artists at work together. (Unfortunately I'm not up to it).

2 out of 5 stars Eeeeeeeeeeewwwwwww.......2007-06-06

Ugh. Like a manufactured home vs. a stick-built house, Fleming's manufactured (aka "training and technique") blues voice compares unfavorably to other jazz/blues singers/lounge acts. Would not, COULD not, listen to this recording straight through--one big long, breathy, minor key train wreck in the making. Took the CD on a road trip and had to pull over and remove from queue--either that or drive into a wall.

3 out of 5 stars Better than I thought it would be.......2007-04-10

I have to admit, Haunted Heart was a lot better than I thought it would be,especially her recordings of "River", "The Moon's a Harsh Mistress, "My Cherie Amour" and "In my life".
I think this is the most artistically successful recording of Pop/Jazz by a classical singer. I enjoyed it even better than the Anna Sophie Von Otter'/ Elvis Costello CD.
The perspective I am coming from is that of a classical singer who started out as a pop singer/songwriter. I perform and teach cross-genre but love a world class instrument such as Flemming's
I wanted to get the perspective of a friend who used to sing jingles and is also a trained singer but is usually critical of any attempts that opera singers make at crossing -over.
My friend is very familiar with Flemming's voice, but did not recognise it in this context when I played the CD for her. Her reaction was very complimentary, although she did comment that the diction was a bit strange.
She then played it for her brother a well known jazz singer and arranger who had a somewhat negative reaction.He found the singing to be overly dark and round. He prefers a cleaner more 'spoken' approach to this style of singing. I understand this perspective and therefore personally prefer Ella to Sarah as well, but let's not get too picky. Obviously, Rene Flemming is of the Sarah Vaghan School of jazz singing, which is not too shabby.

I will continue to enjoy this CD and will wait for another opera diva to top this one. But, somehow I think the next really good CD of Pop/ jazz from an opera star will also come from Rene.

To those who have been unreasonably mean and negative towards her, I can only say you are not fit to polish her shoes!

5 out of 5 stars Brava Renee.......2007-04-09

This talented woman can sing anything. I really enjoyed this cd with the lights turned down and a glass of wine to relax after a very stressful day at work. Renee could definitely have another singing career outside of opera should she choose. Hearing her drop that gorgeous voice down one octave rivals the best chanteuses in the business - Cassandra Wilson, Nancy Wilson, Regina Belle, Sarah Vaughan, etc. This cd of different musical styles reminds me of Nina Simone and Cassandra Wilson, two great singers whom could interpret any song genre and make their versions special. I loved all the songs and the standouts here are "Haunted Heart", "River", "My One and Only Love", "My Cherie Amour", "Cancao do Amor", and Beatles "In My Life", and "Hard Times Come Again No More".
I hope Renee keeps recording whatever catches her fancy because I'll certainly always listen.

5 out of 5 stars Art is always new. .......2007-03-10

Renee Fleming is an artist bringing us something new, and beautiful. The poor will always be with us as manifest in those who resent other's movement from their established zones. Renee Fleming is a great female voice with accomplishments her detractors will never have, but in their dreams.

I welcome Renee's elan demonstrated with her recent recordings, Love sublime with Brad Mehldau, and Haunted Heart with Fred Hersch and Bill Frissell. Bravery, fun, and talent combined by artists and for people who are listening. Hearing long time favorites Mehldau, Hersch, and Frissell is all the more sublime.
Henry Mancini -The Ultimate Collection
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • not enough Galway
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Release Date: 1995-12-06

Tracks:

  1. Pink Panther Theme - Plas Johnson, Henry Mancini & His Orchestra
  2. Moon River
  3. Days of Wine and Roses
  4. Baby Elephant Walk
  5. Theme from Hatari
  6. Charade - Henry Mancini, Henry Mancini
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  8. Blue Satin
  9. Two for the Road
  10. Mr Lucky
  11. Theme from the Molly Maguires - National Philharmonic Orchestra
  12. Moment to Moment
  13. As Time Goes By - Henry Mancini, Henry Mancini
  14. Shot in the Dark
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  16. Theme from Love Story
  17. Pennywhistle Jig - National Philharmonic Orchestra
  18. Everything I Do (I Do It for You) - Henry Mancini, Henry Mancini
  19. Moonlight Sonata
  20. Tender Is the Night - Henry Mancini, Henry Mancini
  21. Theme from "Mommie Dearest" - Henry Mancini, Henry Mancini
  22. Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head
  23. Crazy World
  24. Mona Lisa

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  2. Unchained Melody - Henry Mancini, Henry Mancini
  3. Summer Knows
  4. Experiment in Terror
  5. Windmills of Your Mind
  6. Till There Was You
  7. Speedy Gonzales - Henry Mancini,
  8. Sweetheart Tree
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  12. Pie in the Face Polka - National Philharmonic Orchestra
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  22. Midnight Cowboy

Album Description

1995 compilation on RCA Victor featuring 46 of the composer's finest & most memorable recordings from 1956-1991on two digitally remastered, full color picture CDs. Contains 'The Pink Panther Theme', 'Moon River', 'A Shot In The Dark', Wine And Roses', 'Baby Elephant Walk', 'Peter Gunn', 'Everything I Do (I Do It For You)', 'Mona Lisa', 'Unchained Melody', 'Midnight Cowboy' and much more. Well over two hours of easy listening ecstasy! Double slimline jewel case. The full title is 'In The Pink: The Ultimate Collection'.

Album Details

Digitally Remastered Double Anthology of the Pop and Soundtrack Composer from the 50's and 60's. Perhaps his Best Counterpart of Today Would Be John Williams. A Film Maker Could Always Rely on Mancini to Deliver a Composition that Hit the Mark for a Film and Conveyed Exactly What was Required and More. He also Filled the Role of an American Mantovani, Recording 'muzak' Versions of Popular Hits. He was Handsome, Personable, but Most of All, Well Respected for his Craft.

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars not enough Galway.......2003-10-02

There are only four songs with James Galway. The way this recording is presented is misleading and buyers should be aware that this is NOT a joint effort between these two great artists.. I was totally disappointed. I think Henry Mancini is wonderful but was expecting to hear a collaboration. So if you're looking for flute music this isn't it. However it's a great collecton of Henry Mancini's work.

5 out of 5 stars Too Good to Last.......2000-03-03

I heard this on PBS. Galway and Mancini may be two of the most talented musicians of our century. Galway for his complete mastery of the flute and Mancini for his ability to arrange , produce and in this instance direct the orchestra while Galway performs. They do several duets of a comical nature as well. This is important because it is one of Mancini's last efforts prior to his unfortunate passing.
One More River
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • No Campfire Needed
  • No better music for families
  • We love this CD.
  • A favorite sing-along tape
 One More River
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Release Date: 1998-03-17

Tracks:

  1. Less Of Me
  2. The Fox
  3. The Riddle Song
  4. Leatherwing Bat
  5. Mr. Rabbit, Mr. Rabbit
  6. Mole In The Ground
  7. So Sang The River
  8. The Ash Grove
  9. One More River
  10. Ol' Blue
  11. My Grandfather's Clock
  12. A Song Of Peace

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars No Campfire Needed.......2007-03-09

These days any unpretentious, simply stated recording is considered kids' music. Of course Bill's subtitle "...More Songs for Kids, Cars, and Campfires" contributes to the potential misconception. This album is appropriate for kids, but it isn't "kids' music." It's a collection of mostly familiar songs, with mostly simple arrangements, about mostly fun stuff, that I, being an old "folkie," enjoy very much. These songs are not widely recorded. Buy it for the kids if you like, but don't pass on it for that. One minor criticism: I don't like the saxophone on "Song of Peace." I think a flute (used effectively in other Bill Staines recordings) or perhaps a harmonica would be better.

5 out of 5 stars No better music for families.......2003-11-06

My toddler, my ten-year-old, my rocker husband and I all love this CD. It has made many a road trip more colorful, up-beat and fun!

5 out of 5 stars We love this CD........2000-11-08

This is one of the most enjoyable and singable children's alblums we have listened to. We dance, travel, and camp to this.

5 out of 5 stars A favorite sing-along tape.......2000-07-25

This tape is the one most likely to produce un-solicited singing from our back seat. A nice combination of classic but not all that common songs for singing - and listening too.
Percy Grainger: The Complete Piano Music
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Every last note...
 Percy Grainger: The Complete Piano Music

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  2. Bridal Lullaby
  3. English Waltz
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  5. To A Nordic Princess
  6. In A Nutshell-Ste: I. Arrival Platform Humlet
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  4. Second Pno Con (3rd Movt)
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  17. The Hunter In His Career
  18. My Robin Is To The Greenwood Gone
  19. Died For Love
  20. Scotch Strathspey
  21. One More Day My John (Complex Version)
  22. Bristol Town
  23. Hard-Hearted Barb'ra Helen
  24. Mo Ninghean Dhu
  25. Lisbon (Dublin Bay)
  26. Stalt Vesselil
  27. O Gin I Were Where Gowrie Rins
  28. Shepard's Hey

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  2. Four Irish Dances: II. A Slow Dance
  3. Four Irish Dances: III. The Leprechaun's Dance
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  5. Nell
  6. Apres Un Reve
  7. Pno Con, First Movt
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  9. Air And Dance
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  11. Toccata And Fugue in d
  12. Lullaby From 'Tribute To Foster' (Easy Grainger)
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  14. Klavierstuck in E
  15. Eastern Intermezzo
  16. The Bigelow March
  17. Pno Con, First Movt
  18. At Twilight
  19. Klavierstuck in a
  20. Klavierstuck in B Flat
  21. Klavierstuck in D

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  1. Children's March: 'Over The Hills And Far Away'
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  5. 'Spoon River'-American Folk Dance
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  7. Zanzibar Boat-Song
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Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Every last note..........2006-06-14

A super budget 5 CD collection of all of Grainger's Piano music.
Every last note!
The shipping alone would be $17.00+ for the 5 individual Cds.
Englishman Martin Jones plays these as if he wrote them. He is thoroughly inside this music.
I think his best work to date.
He is joined on CD #5 by Richard Mcmahon and Phillip Martin. Where they rollick in various combos and trios on 1, 2 and 3 pianos. This is exhilerating. Especially on an truly uplifting version of Green Bushes.
The entire set is strongly idiomatic and given a clear, crisp, warm and spacious recording. FIRST CLASS sound.
There are too many highlights to single out, but the In A Nutshell Suite and Green Bushes are especially GOOD!
There is not a bad note or "vibe" on any of these CDs.
Highly recommended for Granger fans and fans of English Piano Music.
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Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Excellent ... but ...
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Release Date: 2005-10-03

Tracks:

  1. A Wand'ring Minstrel 1
  2. Behold The Lord High Executioner
  3. Three Litttle Maids From School
  4. Sun Whose Rays Are All Ablaze
  5. A More Humane Mikado
  6. Flowers That Bloom In The Spring
  7. On A Tree By A River A Little Tom-Tit
  8. There Is Beauty In The Bellow Of The Blast
  9. When U Good Friends Was Called To The Bar
  10. We Sail The Ocean Blue
  11. I'm Called Little Buttercup
  12. I Am The Captain Of The Pinafore
  13. When I Was A Lad I Served A Term
  14. Never Mind The Why And Wherefore
  15. Carefully On Tiptoe Stealing
  16. He Is An Englishman
  17. Oh Better Far To Live And Die
  18. Poor Wand'ring One
  19. I Am The Very Model Of A Modern Major-General
  20. Then Fred'ric Let Your Escort, Lion Hearted When The Foeman Bares His Steel
  21. When A Felon's Not Engaged
  22. With Cat-Like Tread
  23. I Cannot Tell What This Love May Be
  24. If You Want A Receipt For That Popular Mystery
  25. So Go To Him And Say To Him
  26. Loudly Let The Trumper Bray... Bow Ye Lower Middle Classes
  27. Love Unrequited Robs Me Of My Rest.... When You're Lying Awake With A Dismal
  28. If You Go In You're Sure To Win
  29. My Boy You May Take It From Me
  30. When The Night Wind Howls
  31. When Maiden Loves She Sits And Sighs
  32. When Our Gallant Norman Foes
  33. I Have A Song To Sing, Oh!
  34. Were I Thy Bride
  35. List And Learn
  36. In Enterprise Of Martial Kind
  37. There Was A Time
  38. Do Not Give Way... Then One Of Us
  39. Take A Pair Of Sparkling Eyes
  40. Dance A Cachucha

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Excellent ... but ..........2007-02-07

As a vintage G&S listener, I appreciated this collection but I think it would mostly appeal to the specialist-completeist. A newcomer to the genre would do well to get a full operetta DVD. (I prefer the OK BBC performances to the tarted up & modernised Australian ones.)

Old-comers probably already have all these tracks as part of their collection of vintage full operetta recordings.

But don't let my idiosynchratic views deter you if you really like G&S... but not to the extent of buying all the vintage full operetta versions.
Percy Grainger: Dished up for Piano, Vol. 3
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    ASIN: B00000E098
    Release Date: 1992-12-02
    Collection: Say It With Music (Dlx)
    Average customer rating: Not rated
      		Collection: Say It With Music (Dlx)
      Andr Kostelanetz
      Manufacturer: Collectables
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

      GeneralGeneral | Soundtracks | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | Easy Listening | Pop | Styles | Music
      Easy ListeningEasy Listening | Pop | Indie Music | Stores | Music
      ASIN: B00007L8X4
      Release Date: 2003-02-18

      Tracks:

      1. Say It With Music Remember Blue Skies
      2. Top Hat White Tie And Tails How Deep Is The Ocean (How High
      3. This Is The Army Oh How I Hate To Get Up In The Morning Soft
      4. Whatll I Do Always The Song Is Ended (But The Melody Lingers
      5. The Piccolino Cheek To Cheek
      6. White Christmas
      7. The Girl That I Marry Say It Isnt So Mandy
      8. Give Me Your Tired Your Poor God Bless America
      9. Smoke Gets In Your Eyes Yesterdays
      10. Ive Told Every Little Star The Song Is You
      11. The Night Was Made For Love She Didnt Say Yes All The Things
      12. Look For The Silver Lining They Didnt Believe Me Long Ago (A
      13. I Dream Too Much The Jockey On The Carrousel
      14. Why Was I Born The Way You Look Tonight Who
      15. Make Believe Bill
      16. Why Do I Love You You Are Love Ol Man River
      17. Fascinatin Rhythm
      18. Mine
      19. The Man I Love
      20. Embraceable You Soon
      21. I Got Rhythm
      22. Bess Oh Wheres My Bess
      23. S Wonderful
      24. Maybe
      25. Someone To Watch Over Me Oh Lady Be Good
      26. Embraceable You
      27. Strike Up The Band
      28. Begin The Beguine
      29. All Through The Night
      30. I Concentrate On You
      31. I Love You
      32. Night And Day
      33. In The Still Of The Night
      34. Ive Got You Under My Skin
      35. Blow Gabriel Blow
      36. Just One Of Those Things (Bonus Track)
      37. Hallelujah Time On My Hands
      38. Tea For Two
      39. Carioca
      40. Without A Song
      41. More Than You Know
      42. Orchids In The Moonlight
      43. Sometimes Im Happy I Know That You Know
      44. Through The Years Drums In My Heart
      45. Malaguena
      46. La Cumparsita
      47. Mexicana Medley
      48. Yours (Quiereme Mucho)
      49. Siboney
      50. Caminito
      51. Adios
      52. No Taboleiro De Bahiana
      53. The Moon Of Manakoora
      54. Lotus Land
      55. Kashmiri Song
      56. Jamaican Rhumba
      57. Flamingo
      58. Poinciana (Song Of The Tree)
      59. Andalucia
      60. Sweet Leilani (Bonus Track)
      61. Frenesi (Cancion Tropical) (Bonus Track)
      62. Show Boat
      63. South Pacific
      64. Slaughter On Tenth Avenue
      65. An American In Paris
      66. Porgy And Bess

      Album Description

      The multi-faceted Andre Kostelanetz left his mark on the music world as an acclaimed conductor/arranger/accompanist. His most notable contribution is the creation of the Easy Listening genre, done by bridging the gap between Classical and Pop music. Highlights on this 6 CD box set include Irving Berlin's 'Cheek To Cheek', George Gershwin's 'The Man I Love' and Jerome Kern's 'Smoke Gets In Your Eyes'. Includes 3 bonus tracks 'Just One Of Those Things' (Cole Porter), 'Sweet Leilani' (from Waikiki Wedding) & 'Frenesi' (Cancion Tropical). Standard jewel cases housed in a deluxe wooden box w/hinged lid (approx. 6 x 5''). Collectables. 2003.
      More Broadway's Greatest Love Songs
      Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
      • Outstanding Collection of Love Songs
      • It is in need of 1 more musical.
      • Not enough songs...
      		 More Broadway's Greatest Love Songs
      Various Artists
      Manufacturer: Decca Broadway
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

      Rodgers, RichardRodgers, Richard | ( R ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music
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      5. DEBUT ~ Nathan Gunn - "American Anthem" from Ragtime to Art Song / Kevin Murphy

      ASIN: B00005UWL2
      Release Date: 2002-01-29

      Tracks:

      1. Mamma Mia!: Our Last Summer - Paul Clarkston
      2. Hair: Good Morning Starshine - Annable Leventon
      3. The Phantom Of The Opera: All I Ask Of You - Sarah Brightman
      4. Sweeney Todd: Not While I'm Around - Vanessa Williams
      5. The Best Little Whorehouse In Texas: Good Old Girl - Henderson Forsythe
      6. The Fantasticks: Try To Remember - Jerry Orbach
      7. Pippin: Love Song - John Rubinstein
      8. Aspects Of Love: Love Changes Everything - Michael Ball
      9. Big River: You Oughta Be Here With Me - Patti Cohenour
      10. The King And I: I Have Dreamed - Peabo Bryson
      11. Les Miserables: I Dreamed A Dream - Randy Graff
      12. Evita: High Flying Adored - Mandy Patinkin
      13. Babes In Arms: My Funny Valentine - Julie Andrews
      14. Kiss Of The Spider Woman: Dear One - Howard McGillin
      15. By Jeeves: Half A Moment - Emily Loesser
      16. Call Me Madam: You're Just In Love - Dick Haymes

      Customer Reviews:

      5 out of 5 stars Outstanding Collection of Love Songs.......2007-06-22

      I have to quickly disagree with those who are looking for more songs crammed in to what is such a breathtaking album of Broadway love songs. The rendition of the songs on this album and the Broadway singers selected for each piece, just are so beautifully recorded and make chills go through me. Whoever created this album, knew exactly what they were doing. This CD is full of nostalgia and artists who know how a song should be sung. They are certainly not making noise as on some Broadway CD's, but they have created an album that will go down in history for some of us who have longed to see such muscials come back to life in a way....that sadly has become a memory.

      3 out of 5 stars It is in need of 1 more musical........2005-05-29

      I think they need to consider putting one more musical on this CD. This musical would have to be Wicked. What about As Long As Your Mine (from Wicked of course)? I think I would like this CD better if they could put Wicked on it. But of course this may not be true for everyone because obviously my favorite musical of all time is Wicked.

      1 out of 5 stars Not enough songs..........2004-10-20

      Okay, so I have yet to hear this CD but already I have a quip: Why are there only 16 songs on this CD when the original Broadway's Greatest Love Songs had 20. They're cheating customers out of 4 songs! Also, why doesn't this include any songs from Aida, Triumph of Love, Beauty and the Beast, R&H's Cinderella, The Lion King, or Wicked! And please, "Our Last Summer" from Mamma Mia? Don't get me wrong, I love Mamma Mia, but that is NOT a love song.
      Percy Grainger Plays Grainger
      Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
      • Incredible
      • Staggering Virtuosity!
      		 Percy Grainger Plays Grainger

      Manufacturer: Nimbus Records
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

      DancesDances | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music
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      Grainger, Percy AldridgeGrainger, Percy Aldridge | ( G ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | Classical | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
      Romantic (c.1820-1910)Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
      GermanGerman | Languages | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
      NoelsNoels | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
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      4. Grainger: Piano Music
      5. Grainger Edition, Vol.6: Orchestral Works

      ASIN: B0000037LI
      Release Date: 1996-12-03

      Tracks:

      1. Shepherd's Hey (No. 4)
      2. Country Gardens (No. 22)
      3. Sussex Mummers' Christmas Carol (No. 2)
      4. Jutish Medley (No. 8)
      5. Molly On The Shore (No. 19)
      6. One More Day My John (No. 1 - Complex Version)
      7. Spoon River (No. 1)
      8. The Warriors - Music To An Imaginary Ballet
      9. Ramble On The Last Love-Duet In Der Rosenkavalier
      10. March-Jig (Maguire's Kick) (No. 1)
      11. The Leprechaun's Dance (No. 3)
      12. A Reel (No. 4)
      13. Sheep And Goat Walkin' To The Pasture
      14. Turkey In The Straw
      15. Gay But Wistful (No. 2)
      16. 'The Gum-Suckers' March (No. 4)
      17. Zanzibar Boat-Song
      18. Colonial Song
      19. Walking Tune (No. 3)
      20. Over the Hills and Far Away' (Children's March)

      Customer Reviews:

      5 out of 5 stars Incredible.......2004-08-03

      His music was original, while taking bits and pieces from traditional tunes. He really does not get the credit he deserves! I never imagined he meant for some of his songs to be played the way he played them.

      5 out of 5 stars Staggering Virtuosity!.......1998-12-20

      Percy Grainger was a man of spectacular gifts. He was one of the most original composer/arrangers in the early part of this century. He was also a spectacular pianist in an age of spectacular pianists. This amazing CD documents Grainger's formidible gifts. It cannot be over-praised. Both the music and the performances are well worthy of any piano lover's attention. Don't miss this one!
      One More River To Cross
      Average customer rating: Not rated
        		One More River To Cross

        Manufacturer: GFS
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

        Country FolkCountry Folk | Country | Indie Music | Stores | Music
        ASIN: B0007QMQUY
        Release Date: 2005-02-03

        Tracks:

        1. Hard Hearted
        2. Six White Horses
        3. Winding Stream
        4. Golden Rocket
        5. Lonesome For You
        6. Some Old Day
        7. Little Joe
        8. The Mayor Is A Good Old Boy
        9. Passing Through Tulsa
        10. I'm Blue, I'm Lonesome
        11. When The Springtime Comes Again
        12. Bonaparte's Retreat
        13. Weary Blues From Waiting
        14. When the Bees Are in the Hive
        15. Hard Times
        16. One More River to Cross

        Album Description

        This bluegrassy/old-timey album features tunes by the Carter Family, Bill Monroe, Ralph Stanley, Hank Williams and more. Some great harmony and solo vocals and a generally warm, friendly attitude pervade the whole program.

        Music:

        1. Penguin Parade
        2. Road Trip
        3. Rocket Baby: Shake, Rattle and Rhyme, Vol. 2
        4. Shake, Rattle & Rhyme
        5. Silly Favorites
        6. Sing Around the Campfire
        7. Singing Science: Tickle Tune Typhoon
        8. Sleep Fairy: Easy Sleep
        9. Slugs at Sea
        10. Songs Kids Love to Sing: Favorite Hymns

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