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Fiesta!

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Despite its cheesy title and cover, this album has some very good music nicely played and nicely recorded. It reminded me once again why wind ensembles are so much more fun than orchestras (sorry to all you string players).

I bought this album just because it had a recording of La Fiesta Mexicana, one of my favorite pieces from college. While the performance was crisp, I felt the tempo was a little slow. The recording level was also a little too low in my opinion. I realize this is done to allow for proper dynamic range, but combined with the slow tempo, I felt this recording lacked the sense of frenzy and zest that thrilled me so much when I played the piece in college. Nonetheless, I'm glad I finally have a decent recording of it.

I had never heard of any of the other pieces on this album, so I had few expectations. But every single one is a delight, just as interesting and exciting as La Fiesta Mexicana. The performances are all tight, dynamic, and nuanced. The recording is clear, with a good mix. While each piece is distinctly different from the others, the Mexican theme gives the album a self-consistent flavor.

I definitely recommend this album to anyone who loves "classical" music and is looking for something fun with a slightly modern feel.

My name is Ameerah Washington and I'm looking for some muscial pieces that I have lost. Those pieces include La Feista Mexicana, Greensleves, Summerland(vartions from four season I think?) and a particular variation overutre. If anyone out there can help me to find these pieces or atleast put me on the right path to finding these pieces I would most appreciate it.

Thank you. Ameerah Washington