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Greatest Love Classics [VINYL LP] [STEREO]

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I just want to second the motion that reviewer Jennifer Leskala has written here on behalf of this album of truly wonderful music. I think it's Andy's best ever. And, I guess I have a soft spot in my heart for it because, I, too, witnessed the dance performance Natalia Melony gave to Andy's work of art. Perhaps you will be able to envision in your mind a beautiful long-haired blonde goddess dancing divinely, and twirling about to this beautiful music.....and I think you WILL see the "Vision" of her as you listen to these incredible pieces of music, done as only Andy Williams can do. Truly one of my favorite albums of all time. It is one you will treasure and want to listen to time and time again. Thanks, Andy, for the wonderful entertainment you continue to give the world. Al Reinking

I happen to believe this is Andy's best album. I can listen to it over and over, it is so beautiful, the words written for the classical melodies are perfection. I also love this album so much because I once saw a lessor-known entertainer by the name of, Natalia Melony, do an entire show of dancing to this entire album of songs. She was something to see. The combination of Andy's music with Natalia's beauty and incredible dancing, was breathtaking. It was so incredible it gave me chills up my spine. In case you are wondering who she is, you can join her fan club on Yahoo. Just punch in her name in the Clubs search box. To my amazement, I just found her name listed and joined her club! To anyone thinking of purchasing this CD, you will not be disappointed. It's one of the best albums in my whole collection of music. Thank you. Jennifer Leskala

my late mother used to have the older release of this great album (andy williamsw/royal philharmonic orchestra). I love the songs, especially In my world of illusion,Another winter's day,Home..I'd like to buy this album but unfortunately it's always out of stock.While waiting for the album,can anybody please send me the lyrics of those songs or tell me how to find them ? Thanks ...

Just saw Andy Williams at Branson this Christmas! Fabulous! What a great man and entertainer! We purchased this album because Andy sings the song "Words" at his concert but he no longer sells this album in Branson. Amazon is the only place to get this great album! Classic!

Andy Williams is simply one of the best crooners, ever! Out of all the old time crooners (hate to put it that way, given that I myself am getting up there in age), to me, Andy is best. I have always loved his smooth style and this CD put an exclamation point on it!!! These classic love songs which are normally beautiful instrumentals, take on new meaning when Andy sings the words to them. Absolutely fantastic and a must for any music enthusiast. I had the vinyl LP for years and was thrilled to see it on CD (I snapped it up as quickly as I could). All the songs are excellent but "Love Made Me A Fool" and "Journey's End" are definite stand outs for me. Thanks Andy for such wonderful music for so many wonderful years. May God Bless you and keep you in good health as he has blessed us with your music all these years! Happy New Year......:-)

TRACKS:

Side 1

A1. Romeo And Juliet (Based On Romeo And Juliet Fantasy Overture By Tchaikovsky);

A2. Love Made Me A Fool (Based On Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini Op 43);

A3. Vino De Amor (Traditional);

A4. A Different Light (Based On Barcarolle By Tchaikovsky);

A5. Another Winter's Day (Based On Claire De Lune By Debussy);

A6. The Vision (Based On The Swan From Carnival Of The Animals By Saint Saens);

A7. Journey's End (Based On Theme From Spartacus by Khachaturian);

Side 2

B1. A Twist Of Fate (Based On Serenade By Schubert);

B2. Home (Based On Nocturne No 2 In E Flat Major By Chopin);

B3. Brave New World (Based On The Pathetique Sonata By Beethoven);

B4. She'll Never Know (Based On Fur Elise By Beethoven);

B5. In My World Of Illusion (Based On - Poeme By Fibich); &

B6. Words (Based On Last Movement Of Symphony 9 By Beethoven).

I origianlly bought this album in the middle 1980's on an LP album, and I about wore it out. When I saw it on Amazon, I bought the CD immediately----Like the other reviewers here, I agree that it is some of Andy's best recorded music. I had the pleasure of hearing Andy sing "Words" at one of his touring Christmas shows in 1985, and it was as stunning as the recording here.

I have been an Andy Williams fan since the early 60's, heard him many times in concert, and have bought about all of his recorded music. This album is a wonderful example of the quality of music Andy has graced the world with over his wonderful career. Make sure you have it in your collection.