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25 Classical Favorites

Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky , Johann Sebastian Bach , Georges Bizet , Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart , Sergei Rachmaninov , John Philip Sousa , Maurice Ravel , Johann Strauss II , Johannes Brahms , Frederic Chopin , Antonio Vivaldi , George Frederick Handel Audio CD
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  • Composer: Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky, Johann Sebastian Bach, Georges Bizet, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sergei Rachmaninov, et al.
  • Audio CD (January 23, 1996)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Vox (Classical)
  • ASIN: B0000058HT
  • Also Available in: Audio Cassette
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (42 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,161 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

1. Eine Klein Nachtmusik: (I. Allegro)
2. Nutcracker Suite: (Russian Dance)
3. The Four Seasons, Op. 8: (Spring: I. Allegro)
4. Hungarian Dance No. 5 In G Minor
5. Symphony in D, K. 161 - 163: (III. Presto)
6. Waltz In D-Flat Major, Op. 64, No. 1
7. Tritsch-Tratsch Polka, Op. 214
8. Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 In G, S. 1048: (III. Allegro)
9. Swan Lake: (Dance Of The Swans)
10. Carmen Suite No. 2: (Habanera)
11. Messiah: (Overture)
12. Wind Serenade 'The Marriage Of Figaro': Overture
13. Violin Concerto No. 1 In G Minor, Op. 12: (III. Allegro)
14. Water Music: (Overture)
15. Sleeping Beauty Ballet Suite, Op. 66: (Panorama)
16. Symphony No. 26 In E-flat Major, K. 184: (III. Allegro)
17. Waltz No. 10 In B Minor, Op. 69 No. 2
18. Violin Concerto No. 1 In A Minor, S. 1041: (III. Allegro)
19. Water Music: (Lentement)
20. Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 In G Major, S. 1049: (II. Andante)
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These are a great collection of music for a beginner or a fan of classical music. Hohenzolern@aol.com  |  13 reviewers made a similar statement
It is an excellent collection of classical music. Mar de Oliveira  |  7 reviewers made a similar statement
In my opinion, the record has some of the most remarkable works of art ever created. Roberto Lopes  |  2 reviewers made a similar statement
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44 of 44 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars High Energy Symphonies August 2, 2005
Format:Audio CD
If you want some Classical music to sleep to, don't buy this CD. If you want some high energy symphonies, however, I highly recommend it. From Bach to Vivaldi, the pure energy of this CD will give you a new understanding of the joys of Classical music. Just don't listen to Track 25, because I have no idea why John Philip Sousa is included with Tchaichovsky.
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40 of 42 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Priceless masterpieces for an affordable price. June 3, 2000
Format:Audio CD
If this record costed ten times more it would have still a small price.

The selection is excellent. In my opinion, the record has some of the most remarkable works of art ever created.

Some of my preferred are Mozart's Eine Kleine Nachtmusik and Symphony in D, Tchaikovsky's Russian Dance, Vivaldi's The Four Seasons and Violin Concerto No. 1 and Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 3.

It was a pleasant surprise to see a so good record costing so little.

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37 of 40 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars 25 Famous Classics August 16, 2000
Format:Audio CD
The 25 selections are all well performed and are popular classical compositions. Mozart's music, Tchaikovsky ballet music, including the beautiful finale to Sleeping Beauty "the Panorama" scene. The music of J.S. Bach, his 1st violin concerto and Rachmaninoff's piano classic Rhapsody on a theme by Paganini. These are a great collection of music for a beginner or a fan of classical music. I recommend it highly. I am a fan of Mozart, Grieg, Mendelsshon, Wagner and Tchaikovsky. Grieg and Wagner are not to be found here. That would usually be under the Romantic Era composers. There are many cd's under that category. The Cd is "Classical" favorites so the emphasis is not so much on emotions. The emphasis is on instrumentation and orchestration. These are all very exceptional and I garauntee satisfaction.
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4.0 out of 5 stars SOOTHING, FAMILIAR, LOVELY
You find yourself humming along with almost every piece as it plays. They are surely ones you have known and loved for many years, although not every exact title may come to mind... Read more
Published 7 days ago by Rae Shar
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved It
A wonderful mix of all of Tchaikovsky's works at a very affordable price. I listen to it in the car.
Published 26 days ago by Shake's Mom
2.0 out of 5 stars Not very good
I didn't think that this is a very good compilation and was not very impressed. I guess you get what you pay for.
Published 1 month ago by Lefty
5.0 out of 5 stars Great product
At a very good price. Performances are good and these Amazon bargains afford one the opportunity to explore music without being hurt if you don't care for the selections. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Robert F. Gontarek
4.0 out of 5 stars 25 Classical Favorites
I love this disc. I use it in my classroom while my high school students get there work done!
They Also love it! Read more
Published 3 months ago by SmashMcSmash
5.0 out of 5 stars All the classics
All the classics on one CD. Use it in my massage practice, easy to work to, easy to relax to. Clients love it!
Published 3 months ago by Bree
5.0 out of 5 stars Good for the soul
This CD definitely has some great classics. They are mostly upbeat songs, not any super relaxing ones so keep that in mind. Read more
Published 3 months ago by shopgirl572
4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty music
When I bought this CD, I was hoping it would contain more of a variety. It is still nice to listen to, though.
Published 5 months ago by servantleader
4.0 out of 5 stars Can't beat the price
The songs are lovely and peppy, this CD plays very long, and the price is right. But as other reviewers note, some tracks are too loud and others too quiet, so I find myself... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Loo Who from Whoville
3.0 out of 5 stars Music to work by
This repertoire is quite jumbled. I would have preferred all strings, orchestra, or panio as background for studying. but, the sound is decent.
Published 5 months ago by Silver Sneaker
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