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In Concert 1994

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I have owned a cassette tape of this recording for several years now, and I've played it so much that it's worn out. Not only is the music marvelous, but the sheer talent of these men is such a breath of fresh air when compared with the Top 40-type "artists" of today. These are men at the top of their craft. Buy this CD.

Before I go on with this review . . .

I join the music world in mourning the passing away of a world-class operatic tenor, Luciano Pavarrotti early morning of September 6, 2007 at his home in Italy. He was 71 and had been battling pancreatic cancer, a killer disease. I know how it feels to lose a loved one from cancer so my heart goes out to the family of the late Mr. Pavarotti. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you. May his soul rest in peace.

It gives me goose bumps thinking that I was just listening to this CD, "The 3 Tenors In Concert 1994" a few days before Mr. Pavarotti's death and savoring the beauty of this live concert recording by Pavarotti, Plácido Domingo and José Carreras with conductor Zubin Mehta in 1994 at the Dodger Stadium in L.A. with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the Los Angeles Music Center Opera Chorus. Some of the most famous and remarkable works of my favorite classical masters are represented here -- Verdi, Massenet and Puccini. And not to mention Andrew Lloyd Webber, Nicholas Brodszky and Leonard Bernstein, among others.

While I loved all the songs with their immaculate and flawless arrangements as well as heartfelt and sincere renditions, I have special favorites from this awesome concert.

I'm totally smitten by the trio's medley called "Around The World" arranged by Lalo Schifrin which includes an all-time favorite of mine, Andrew Lloyd Webber's "All I Ask Of You," and "America," "Brazil," "Sous Les Ponts De Paris," "Torna A Surriento," "Lippen Schweigen" and "Be My Love," a song by Sammy Cahn and Nicholas Brodszky.

I'm affectionately nostalgic by the trio's performance on one of the two encores, "Libiamo Ne' Lieti Calici" from Verdi's opera "La Traviata." It reminded me and flashbacked in my mind that it was a favorite piece of my late father who also loved the music of The Three Tenors, but his number one favorite operatic singer was Enrico Caruso. He used to request this from my sister to play for him. He simply loved this beautiful piece of music. My sister and I loved it, too.

I'm sentimentally drawn to Luciano Pavarotti's performance on "Pourquoi Me Réveiller." This is from the opera "Werther" (Act 3). Its beautiful music was composed by one of my favorite French classical composers, Jules Massenet and the lyrics by Blau, Millet and Hartmann.

I'm completely charmed by the medley of "My Way," "Moon River," "Because" and "Singin' In The Rain" performed by the trio and arranged and orchestrated by a fine conductor, Lalo Schifrin.

I'm totally fascinated by "Granada" performed by Plácido Domingo. It's one of the most applauded performances here and I just love its fascinating rhythm. Ditto with the enchantment of Pavarotti's take on Puccini's "Nessun Dorma" from the opera "Turandot."

I'm endlessly enthralled by a song composed by Richard Rodgers and penned by Lorenz Hart titled "With A Song In My Heart" sung as beautiful as ever by José Carreras.

"When the music swells
I'm touching your hand
It tells me you're standing near, and . . .
At the sound of your voice
Heaven opens its portals to me
Can I help but rejoice
That a song such as ours came to be
But I always knew
I will live life through
With a song in my heart for you"

What is not to love about this CD? I just had an absolutely beautiful and glorious listening experience, and I'm sure you will, too!

Wholeheartedly recommended.

P.S. I wish they have included my all-time favorite "O Sole Mio" in the repertoire.

The Three Tenors are my absolute favourite singers. The 1994 Concert was undoubtedly their best in my view. I taped this live concert from the television, and have played and played and played it!! I also taped it on a cassette, however, when I bought the C.D. I was really disappointed that they did not include the last set of encore songs, which included O Sole a Mio (don't know if I've spelt that correctly), where Placido and Jose try and outdo Luciano!! It received such a fantastic reception from the crowd, (one of the many standing ovations), and really showed how much the Three Tenors seemed to enjoy performing the concert. How come this was not included? I don't know if it was on the Video because I play my own.

Many thanks for your time,

With kind regards,
Pam Sargeant.

Almost no one in the entire world has a voice that can equally compare to that of the three tenors. Pavarotti is at his best, particularly with his spectacular rendition of the hit, Nessun Dorma. Domingo and Carreras also make a significant contribution since they also sing some songs solo. The best part is when they all get together to sing a popular tune, which is basically a demonstration of their talent. They are three brilliant shines who are even brighter when they share the stage together.

Overall, this is the best CD in my collection. Except for Lippen Schweigen, The Three Tenors 1994 is a great album. Starting with Carreras singing O Souveran, O Juge, o Pere, the CD gets better and better. I especially recommend My Way, Tu Ca Nun Chiagne, and of course, Pavarotti's signature piece - Nessun Dorma!

A must have, will create a fan for tenors for anyone! Even our children have grown to love this one. Ages 6 & 8, they choose to listen to this collection. The richness of the tenors voices beautiful, yet uniquely individual with little sample of their famous works is very enjoyable. "A Tribute to Hollywood" was fun, while Nessun Dorma stirs the blood!

I purchased this CD thinking I was going to get 27 songs.
On this CD The Three Tenors in concert 1994 you will only receive thirteen songs not all the ones listed on Amazaon.
I was highly disappointed.

I am a huge fan of the three tenors, the cd from 1994 was the missing link. I almost wore it out playing it over and over. Thank you for my pleasure

If you want to experience a great concer of the century you will find that these three tenors performed amazing in Los Angeles, Paris, ....etc.

it is a a great joy an awesome feeling hearing this music.

My package arrived on time,in excellent condition,no problem with the seller as far as billing,etc. But-when I played it-it is not the 3 tenors singing together,but rather each one singing individually.If I had wanted that I would have ordered solo albums .Also..it is only select songs and excerpts ...not the concert in its entirety. I felt scammed.