On The Threshold Of A Dream [Gold CD]

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Released in 1969, just eight months after In Search of the Lost Chord, Threshold continues the Moody Blues's journey as cosmic seekers but in a less exotic manner. Here, Justin Hayward packs away the sitar and the band has swept most of the mystical and Eastern influences under the Kilim rug, replacing them with a science-fictional search for meaning and futuristic production methods. As on two earlier albums, Graeme Edge regales listeners with esoteric poetry, this time adding a whimsical, ironic edge to his ponderous verse. The songs have also undergone a similar overhaul, allowing the band's talent for melody to overcome the psychedelic whirls that embellished the earlier albums. John Lodge's assertive bass takes control of the bucolic "Lovely to See You," Roy Thomas's deceptively cheerful "Dear Diary," and the upbeat "Lazy Days," which also contains an unexpected lyrical sting. Indeed, the entire album is underpinned with a wistful melancholy as the grandiose rockers capture the bittersweet fleeting moments of the '60s. --Jaan Uhelszki

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On the Threshold of a Dream
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On the Threshold of a Dream
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ASIN: B000002GQH
Release Date: 1997-05-20

Tracks:

  1. In The Beginning
  2. Lovely To See You
  3. Dear Diary
  4. Send Me No Wine
  5. To Share Are Love
  6. So Deep Within You
  7. Never Comes The Day
  8. Lazy Day
  9. Are You Sitting Comfortably?
  10. The Dream
  11. Have You Heard (Part 1)
  12. The Voyage
  13. Have You Heard (Part 2)

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Released in 1969, just eight months after In Search of the Lost Chord, Threshold continues the Moody Blues's journey as cosmic seekers but in a less exotic manner. Here, Justin Hayward packs away the sitar and the band has swept most of the mystical and Eastern influences under the Kilim rug, replacing them with a science-fictional search for meaning and futuristic production methods. As on two earlier albums, Graeme Edge regales listeners with esoteric poetry, this time adding a whimsical, ironic edge to his ponderous verse. The songs have also undergone a similar overhaul, allowing the band's talent for melody to overcome the psychedelic whirls that embellished the earlier albums. John Lodge's assertive bass takes control of the bucolic "Lovely to See You," Roy Thomas's deceptively cheerful "Dear Diary," and the upbeat "Lazy Days," which also contains an unexpected lyrical sting. Indeed, the entire album is underpinned with a wistful melancholy as the grandiose rockers capture the bittersweet fleeting moments of the '60s. --Jaan Uhelszki

Album Details

Digitally Remastered - 13 Tracks Include in the Beginning, Lovely to See You, Dear Diary, Lazy Day and More.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Tour de force.......2007-06-06

This album truly is an absolute work of art. Others here have offered up fantastic reviews of this album, so I am only going to briefly comment on the songs that struck a particularly strong chord with me, whether good or bad.

I can honestly say that out of the thirteen tracks, there is only one that I really don't care for: 'Dear Diary'. Who knows, maybe I might learn to love this song someday, and if I do change my mind, then I will most definitely alter my negative review. But right at this moment, it's the one and only song that keeps this album from being a perfect 10 in my book. Usually- and with good reason- I am such a fan of Ray Thomas' work, but this song does absolutely nothing to present this man's awesome vocal abilities in a favorable light. Perhaps if he had sang it differently, ie in his normal vocal tone, it would most assuredly have been a great song. The tune, melody, and lyrics are quite good actually. It's the "way" that Ray sings it that turns me off- sorry Ray. (I still love and miss you, dear sir). Ray does redeem himself very well on 'Lazy Day', a sweet little ode to the peaceful times to be had on an English Sunday afternoon. It's not an intricate or deep song by any means but it has its merits.

Now on to the awesome Mr. Hayward's ballads: Justin's 'Lovely to See You' is a concert staple/favorite for a very good reason: it's a truly lovely, understated song that just makes you plain feel good! 'Never Comes the Day' is one of my favorite Justin penned/lead vocal songs. I had heard it often described as being slightly weird, the lyrics "but you WILL love me tonight" in particular. Perhaps I'm a little slow but I just don't get that feeling from this song. To me, this song is about a man in love who is honest enough to admit that there's "stuff" hidden inside of him that isn't pretty, may be hard to love, and perhaps should be kept hidden. This could be speaking of any of us, myself included. Another reason for me to admire this song: John's background vocals. Any time (on the same song) that he can sing that fab falsetto AND he and Justin can sing harmony is an oh-so-good time to be had by my eager ears. In rounding out Hayward's songs, I have only one word to adequately describe "Are You Sitting" (co-written by Ray) MAGICAL!!

What to say about my dear John's two songs: 'Send Me No Wine' is a great, catchy tune, albeit a MUCH too short one(why oh why John?) This one has a decidely country feel, flavor, and sound to it. This little gem could have come straight out of Nashville in the late 1960's and been right at home here in the Southern United States. This is truly something so very different from anything I've ever heard from him, though he still rocks it out as well. I believe John's songwriting muse short-changed him on this album, as his next great offering 'To Share My Love' is a much too brief song as well. "Makes me feel good" is how Lodge starts this ditty and it does make me feel quite good indeed to hear it, even though Pinder leads most of the vocals on this one. It;s still a good little song but I wanted to hear more. John's rocking bassline is excellent as is Graeme's accompanying drum beat. Love ya Lodgie!

Rounding out my favorites on OTTOAD: Mike Pinder's 'Have You Heard/ The Voyage'(I consider the two to be one song). I will freely admit that I am not a huge Pinder fan, but I HAVE to give the man his much-deserved props. This is, bar none, his best song EVER and it is an absolute pleasure for me to listen to it. The man has a way with words, not to mention his unsurpassed skills on every keyboard instrument known to mankind. He will forever be the Mellotron king. His voice ain't altogether half bad either. What I appreciate the most about this song is that fact that ALL of the Moodies awesome skills and talents as musicians are on pristine display here. I have only seen one "live" (it was a video, sadly) performance of HYH/TV and it quite frankly blew me away, just in seeing how passionately and ferevently the guys played their respective instruments. Oh man, what I wouldn't give to have seen this live "back in the day". If God would grant me the opportunity to go back in time to see only ONE vintage Moodies performance, it would be this song! Graeme Edge's often overlooked drum work is an absolute marvel to see and hear. Ray's flute solos have never been played with such understated zeal. Pinder is so very passionate on the piano and organ, or is it just the Mellotron? Regardless, the man has never sounded better. John's very dirty, low-down, funky, hard-driving (did I use enough adjectives?) bass work is just stellar, especially when played in unison with Edge's drum- truly a treat for the senses! The guys make me tired just watching them play, at what is at times, a frenetic pace. Can you tell that I dearly love this song?!

In closing I'd like to say that this is an album that the Moody Blues can and should be VERY proud of. It is truly a masterpiece created by the minds, hands and voices of five incredible men who are all living legends and supremely talented at their craft. If you don't already have it, get it- TODAY!

5 out of 5 stars Another Stellar Performance.......2007-04-15

I rate this as my third favorite Moody Blues album behind In Search Of The Lost Chord and Seventh Sojourn . Are You Sitting Comfortably ? is my second favorite Moody Blues song . The first half of the album has some of the most pop oriented songs that the band ever did in it's second incarnation . The last 4 cuts must be listened to as a single piece . This is the first of the "art rock" bands and they were paving the way for the rest of them . It's amazing to think that they were able to get noticed at all by the general public in an era when radio stations refused to play ANY songs that ran over 3 minutes in length . This album is a facinating part of history and should be in every Moody Blues fan's collection.

5 out of 5 stars The Title Says it All!.......2007-04-15

This is another Moody Blues masterpiece. it ranks in my eyes right by their ultimate achievement: "To our Children's Children's Children."

Few in my generation have not experienced the magic of this album. Every song on it is gold, and the continuity between the songs is perfect. The blending of classic orchestral instruments and rock and roll instruments is perfection. Every ballad is a work of beauty.

To feel good being seranaded by harmonizing voices blended with rich sonic tapestries is the delight of the Moody Blues that will never become outdated.

5 out of 5 stars Stunningly good remaster.......2007-02-16

I used to listen to this and other Moody Blues albums on both vinyl and 8-track endlessly in. I *finally* got around to getting the CDs recently and the remaster of this album is STUNNING. I'm always a bit afraid of remastering because often the mix changes to suit the engineers or the artists as they think "it should have been". My opinion of this remaster is that it's a beautiful technology update that doesn't disturb the original music from the 1960's. The master tapes must have been in great shape, this is nearly flawless.

If you liked the Moody Blues back then, the remasters will blow you away.

5 out of 5 stars On the Threshold of a Masterpiece.......2007-01-30

The Moodies put together a melotron thick album. Have You Heard parts 1 & 2 are worth the price of admission. A preview for the next album which is......
On the Threshold of a Dream
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ASIN: B000E8NQUE
Release Date: 2006-04-18

Album Description

The Moody Blues abandoned the Oriental and Indian influences from their prior album in favor of more traditional Western melody, as well as science fiction and religious imagery. Similarly, the sitars and tables disappear, replaced by much heavier use of the Mellotron and the grand piano, among other Western instruments. Both keyboards come to the fore in the album's centerpiece, 'Have You Heard/The Voyage', a Mike Pinder tour de force and a wonderful piece of progressive psychedelia. Polydor. 2006.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars instant memories.......2007-07-07

I had all seven albums (on vinyl)and played them to death... at last I have them back again, in their original form! 30 years just fell away!

5 out of 5 stars Quite Pleased With the New SACD Mix.......2007-03-19

I have listened to this album in every format (vinyl, cassette, 8-track, 80's CD/1997 Remaster/SACD) and I have to say that I am impressed with this latest mix. It sounds beefier, crisper and some songs seem just a hair longer in the refrains & sequed sections. The vocals really sound smooth, especially on "Dear Diary" where you can practically hear the air from the leslie cabinets. The extra tracks are nice and I always wanted to hear "The Voyage" all by itself & after 30 years of playing this album, I finally can. I thank the boys at Threshold for this special gift (how did they know what I was thinking?).

The cover art is a little softer & faded, but who cares?! I still have the LP, cassette, previously released CD versions and a bloody concert t-shirt of this album cover from a 1993 concert in Buffalo (Melody Fair). I've more than studied the friggin' artwork of this album. Anyhoo, I think this latest release was a grand success and highly recommend it. I can't speak for SACD release of "Question Of Balance", but judging from the reviews, I'll probably just stick with the 1997 remaster.

5 out of 5 stars The Dream.......2007-03-04

This is a fantastic album from the Moodies and the sound is excellent. This is one of the band's most dreamlike albums and can give you a contact buzz just listening to it. I love the fact that they've restored the album's original booklet and pictures as well as adding some cool bonus songs. This really is an album meant for surround sound. From the trippy In The Beginning, this album REALLY DOES take you on a voyage and every song is a must have. Everyone in the band contributes to this release and it's wonderful to hear the group mind at one of it's peaks. Truely one of the Moodies best.

4 out of 5 stars Much better than expected.......2007-02-13

Despite being previously disappointed with the Question of Balance SACD I plunged forward with this one. I must say I like this one much better. I haven't really experienced the ear fatigue other reviewers have noted though there is no doubt that the reproduction here does have a more compressed sound and differs significantly from other versions such as the MFSL CD which I also have.

In this case I think different is actually better. I really enjoy the surround sound seperation on this one much more than The Question of Balance. Clarity is the key word here. I've never heard this CD sound so pristine. Having enjoyed this CD in other releases (and previously LP) for many years I appreciate the opportunity to hear it in a vastly different light.

The Intro to Lovely To See You just jumps out the speakers. Much more in your face than I've ever heard before. Other rocking tunes really benefit from the SACD sound as well. I noticed some of the songs are longer than the originals with introductions and endings expanded to what I presume was their full size. This alters the listening experience if you're comparing to the original, but I don't mind this as anyone buying and listening to this SACD should be someone interested in exploring this CD at a different level.

As for the weaknesses? Lack of bass response is once again the most significant limitation. There is no subwoofer channel as there wasn't on the Question of Balance either. I believe this comes from the fact these SACD mixes were created from the quadrophonic 4 channel mixes. Overall, for Moody Blues fanatics wishing to dig deeper into this brilliant record I do recommend it. The bonus tracks are interesting though not essential. Once again my Sony SACD player cannot play these bonus tracks which are not mixed in SACD. The player (as others have noted) considers the end of the SACD formatted songs as the end of the CD!

For more casual fans the remastered version from the late 90's should suffice. Because of the limitations discussed above I can't give it a 5 star though on content alone I think it would be. Is it the definitive, perfect reproduction of this Moody Blues masterpiece? I believe the answer is no. That said, its still an enjoyable variation on a great record.

4 out of 5 stars To Dream.......2007-02-06

This is a good cd to listen too by sitting back, closing your eyes and perhaps day-dream as suggested in the cd title.
Even though I am not familiar with any of the cd's tracks I was impressed with the music. The surround sound was excellent, with clear and crisp instruments and voices well distributed in varying quantities at different times between the front, back and side speakers. (I have setup my audio system as a 9.1).

The only negative is that the audio is only 5.0, not 5.1. Also, only the first 13 out of 22 tracks use the 5.0 surround sound.

I would recommend this SACD to non-Moody Blues fanatics.
On The Threshold Of A Dream
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Tracks:

  1. In The Beginning
  2. Lovely To See You
  3. Dear Diary
  4. Send Me No Wine
  5. To Share Our Love
  6. So Deep Within You
  7. Never Comes The Day
  8. Lazy Day
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  10. The Dream
  11. Have You Heard (Part I)
  12. The Voyage
  13. Have You Heard (Part II)

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Released in 1969, just eight months after In Search of the Lost Chord, Threshold continues the Moody Blues's journey as cosmic seekers but in a less exotic manner. Here, Justin Hayward packs away the sitar and the band has swept most of the mystical and Eastern influences under the Kilim rug, replacing them with a science-fictional search for meaning and futuristic production methods. As on two earlier albums, Graeme Edge regales listeners with esoteric poetry, this time adding a whimsical, ironic edge to his ponderous verse. The songs have also undergone a similar overhaul, allowing the band's talent for melody to overcome the psychedelic whirls that embellished the earlier albums. John Lodge's assertive bass takes control of the bucolic "Lovely to See You," Roy Thomas's deceptively cheerful "Dear Diary," and the upbeat "Lazy Days," which also contains an unexpected lyrical sting. Indeed, the entire album is underpinned with a wistful melancholy as the grandiose rockers capture the bittersweet fleeting moments of the '60s. --Jaan Uhelszki

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Psychedelic, Progressive and Moody.......2005-04-22

On the Threshold of a Dream" followed "In Search of the Lost Chord". This album has a darker feel to it than "The Lost Chord," which periodically became lightly whimsical ("Dr. Livingston, I Presume" as an example) and was generally upbeat.

"Threshold" begins with a somewhat paranoid interchange between several characters that in a few short sentences explores individuality in modern computerized society. While Graeme Edge is generally upbeat in that he says that as individuals we can "...perceive the web they weave and keep on thinking free," the sinister tone of "Big Brother's got your number" begins the album darkly. A listener will interpret the other songs in the album by this initial tone. Furthermore, the closeout by the last three Mike Pinder selections, "Have You Heard" parts 1 and 2 and "The Voyage," end the album in a melancholy fashion that also reflects on the other tracks, many of which are melancholy themselves.

In spite of the dark mood of the album, it is still great for those times when you are a bit moody yourself. For some reason I enjoy listening to this album when it's raining outside, or when I'm feeling down. You would think that the album would drive me further into the depths of depression, but it does not. Instead, it tends to make me think about why I am depressed and ultimately overcoming those issues cheers me up. Okay, it's a little weird, but it works for me.

How is the album? This album is excellent. This album was experimental and further associated the Moodies name with progressive rock. The dialogue at the beginning of the album and "The Dream" by Graeme Edge segueing into "Have You Heard Part 1", followed by "The Voyage" which then takes you back to "Have You Heard Part 2", while being a signature feature of Moodies' albums, was still very new to the world in 1969. While the music is very mellow, it was also in some ways more dreamily psychedelic than "In Search of the Lost Chord". Examples are the aforementioned Mike Pinder selections, "Never Comes the Day" by Justin Hayward, and "Are You Sitting Comfortably", an awesome way-too-short song by Justin Hayward and Ray Thomas. This album is great for a bottle of good wine, a dimly lit room, perhaps some black light posters (seriously!), and whatever else you want to add that fits the mood.

The lyrics are often cryptic in this album. For example, just what the heck do the lyrics of "Never Comes the Day" by Justin Hayward mean? One enjoyable feature of Moodies' lyrics is the point of the lyrics is to be intentionally cryptic. Yes, they meant something to the authors. However, the authors are often vague enough to allow you to interpret them to fit your own life. The Moodies have traditionally been able to make lyrics sufficiently vague that you can easily interpret the lyrics to fit your needs, while making very enjoyable songs that you need not interpret. I believe this album may have been the best of the classic 7 to achieve both these abilities for a majority of the songs; a very interesting approach that works well for the Moodies. Others have not been able to create the same kind of lyrics nearly as well or at all.

Graeme Edge, as noted above, has two selections on this album. I truly enjoy "The Dream", which may be Graeme Edge's very best "poem monologues" on any album by the Moodies. There is a lot of symbolism and blues in this poem that are the perfect lead-in for the three Mike Pinder selections following.

Ray Thomas authored "Dear Diary", "Lazy Day" and coauthored "Are You Sitting Comfortably" with Justin Hayward. "Are You Sitting Comfortably" is by far the best of the three, and I think is the best song on the album. "Lazy Day" is likely the most whimsical song of this CD, and perhaps the least blue.

Mike Pinder, in addition to the last three songs, also penned "So Deep Within You," a love song about knowing what is in your lover's heart. This song is very beautiful and easy to understand. Mike's contributions to this album are consistently good and among the best of the album.

John Lodge wrote back-to-back love songs: "Send Me No Wine" and "To Share Our Love". Both are fast-paced (for this album), and both are good. "To Share Our Love" is the better of the two, and exploits John's voice well.

Justin Hayward, in addition to the excellent "Are You Sitting Comfortably", also wrote "Lovely to See You", which is a song of friendship helping alleviate the blues (which you may need after listening to this album!), and "Never Comes the Day", which I think is a song of love, but it is mixed with other concepts that are difficult to put my finger on. Regardless, it's a good song.

If you are a Moodies fan, buy this. If you are not, and want to listen to something different, buy this. Is it dated? This album may be a little dated, but not a lot. The lyrics are about concepts that transcend time. This album is incredibly mellow. It is the third album of the second incarnation of the Moody Blues, and the last album by the Moodies to be this spacey and psychedelic. After this they begin to tackle issues of the environment and how we treat each other and our role in the universe. This album is very unique and should be part of the reason to induct the Moody Blues into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (why they have yet to be I do not have the foggiest clue). It is fitting that this album was released in 1969, a fitting close to an exotic decade.

5 out of 5 stars Absolutely fabulous. Timeless! Extraordinary talent ........1998-10-07

I was 18 when I first heard "OTTOAD" & starting college. I was also a film-maker & did the light shows for my friends, "the group." I shot silent films & actually got a letter of permission from the Moodies to use any song of theirs for my films (to only be used in light shows & private screenings). But to return to the record...all of rock back then was maximum 4-track recording. The Moodies & Hendrix & others (the Beatles!) expanded the technical recording properties & the Moodies were perfectly in sync with the music to make perfect records. I never liked them in concert (except to see them live) but to hear them while wearing headphones & having one's conciousness altered (this was the '60's, don't forget!) was earth-shattering! I have the newly remastered CD and it's better than the original vinyl (which I still have) simply because the dynamic range is so broad (you can hear the rustle of the music score, the shuffle of feet and even a cat meowing in one piece). The Moody Blues were light years ahead of everyone in & out of music & performing arts. I truly believe they will still be playing them 200 years from now.

5 out of 5 stars GOLD sound is the ONLY sound.......1998-07-22

This new style of re-recording/remastering has to be heard to be appreciated. Especially symphonic sytle arrangements, such as those produced on all the original Core 7 Moody Blues Albums. If you are set up with a really nice Quad audio system, you will be blown away by this album!

This album is the epitomy of that 'sound' that made this band the quintessential rock band of their day. Most notably, Justin Hayward and Mike Pinder influences are all over this disc, on tracks such as Are You Sitting Comfortably?, Never Comes the Day and Have You Heard?

The symphonic 'bridge' characteristic between tracks was patented by the Moodies, and it is in extreme evidence on this album.

Like all early Moody Blue's Core 7 albums, this album will take you to far away places with it's unique blend of visual imagery through orchestral stylings and lyrical inducements.

The GOLD recording technique crystalizies every sound from each of the instruments played by the band. The me! llotron (Mike Pinder's fire-breathing keyboard - made-to-sound-like an orchestra) is of such excellent clarity and quality, that you really believe there is an orchestra backing these guys on this disc! And this was in 1968!!!

Another 5 star work from the original 'Blues' Brothers ...
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        ASIN: B000063KZT
        Release Date: 2007-03-20

        Tracks:

        1. In The Beginning
        2. Lovely To See You
        3. Dear Diary
        4. Send Me No Wine
        5. To Share Our Love
        6. So Deep Within You
        7. Never Comes The Day
        8. Lazy Day
        9. Are You Sitting Comfortably
        10. The Dream
        11. Have You Heard (Part I)
        12. The Voyage
        13. Have You Heard (Part II)

        Album Description

        Limited Edition Japanese pressing of this album comes housed in a miniature LP sleeve. 2007.

        Album Details

        Digitally Remastered Japanese Limited Edition in an LP-STYLE Sleeve. The Progressive Rock Classic Now Looks Like it Did Years Ago, Only Miniaturized. The Pressing is Limited to 5000 Pieces Only, So Stock Will Only Be Available for a Short Period.
        Ethnic Kaleidoscope
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          Ethnic Kaleidoscope

          Manufacturer: Albany Records
          ProductGroup: Music
          Binding: Audio CD

          Film ScoresFilm Scores | Theatrical, Incidental & Program Music | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music
          Chamber MusicChamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music
          GeneralGeneral | Classical | Styles | Music
          GeneralGeneral | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music
          GeneralGeneral | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
          Movie SoundtracksMovie Soundtracks | Soundtracks | Styles | Music
          GeneralGeneral | Soundtracks | Styles | Music
          ClassicalClassical | Indie Music | Stores | Music
          ASIN: B0007RI706
          Release Date: 2005-03-01

          Tracks:

          1. The Snowy-Breasted Pearl
          2. Kathleen Fionn
          3. Two Horas
          4. Tumbalalaika
          5. Invocation to Ganesha
          6. Little Purple Poppy
          7. Triste Espana
          8. Commedia dell'arte ballet
          9. Polka
          10. Folk Song
          11. Waltz
          12. George Washington's March
          13. The Ohio Song and two tunes from Cole's One Thousand
          14. Fiddle Tunes
          15. Cherokee prayer
          16. In Dulci Jubilo
          17. Jingle Bells (two versions)
          18. Cut-Your-Throat Rock
          19. Daphne Waltz
          20. I Dream Dreams of You
          21. Smartypants
          22. Cowboy's Lament
          23. Threnody
          24. Nun Danket Alle Gott
          25. God's Own Wisdom
          26. Folk Song
          27. Rule Britannia
          28. High Road to Linton

          Album Description

          Composer Frank Lewin has incorporated folk songs and popular music from various ethnic traditions in his scores and films, television programs, and plays, as well as in his opera Burning Bright (Albany Records: TROY 469/71). Each tune was adapted to the expressive requirements of the particular subject. Occasionally original music was composed in a particular style, as "source music," i.e. music heard within the action of a scene. Two eminent performers of the recent past, both now deceased, open and close this collection: violist Walter Trampler and fiddler Johnny Cunningham. In between, artists of equal merit perform music from a variety of sources. Frank Lewin has written scores for films, television programs, plays, and historical outdoor dramas. Among his concert music are song cycles and choral works, including a requiem which was first performed in 1969, during a memorial service for Robert Kennedy in the chapel of Princeton University, and Music for the ! White House, for which he conducted members of the Westminster Choir and the United States Marine Band. The composer was a member of the faculty of the Yale School of Music from 1971 to 1992, teaching composition for film. During this period he also taught the course Music in Modern Media at Columbia University's School of the Arts.
          On the Threshold of a Dream
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            On the Threshold of a Dream
            The Moody Blues
            Manufacturer: Polygram Records
            ProductGroup: Music
            Binding: Audio CD

            BritainBritain | British Isles | Europe | International | Styles | Music
            GeneralGeneral | Pop | Styles | Music
            Pop RockPop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music
            Baroque PopBaroque Pop | Oldies | Pop | Styles | Music
            GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
            Progressive RockProgressive Rock | Progressive | Rock | Styles | Music
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            ASIN: B000001F68
            Release Date: 1990-10-25

            Tracks:

            1. In the Beginning
            2. Lovely to See You
            3. Dear Diary
            4. Send Me No Wine
            5. To Share Our Love
            6. So Deep Within You
            7. Never Comes the Day
            8. Lazy Day
            9. Are You Sitting Comfortably?
            10. Dream
            11. Have You Heard, Pt. 1
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            On the Threshold of a Dream
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              On the Threshold of a Dream
              Moody Blues
              Manufacturer: Japanese Import
              ProductGroup: Music
              Binding: Audio CD

              GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
              Psychedelic RockPsychedelic Rock | Classic Rock | Styles | Music
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              ASIN: B000068D1R
              Release Date: 2002-07-02
              On the Threshold of a Dream
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                On the Threshold of a Dream
                Moody Blues
                Manufacturer: Universal/Island
                ProductGroup: Music
                Binding: Audio CD

                GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
                Psychedelic RockPsychedelic Rock | Classic Rock | Styles | Music
                Album-Oriented Rock (AOR)Album-Oriented Rock (AOR) | Classic Rock | Styles | Music
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                ASIN: B00006HBBM

                Tracks:

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                2. Lovely To See You
                3. Dear Diary
                4. Send Me No Wine
                5. To Share Our Love
                6. So Deep Within You
                7. Never Comes The Day
                8. Lazy Day
                9. Are You Sitting Comfortably
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