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Orchestral Maneuvers: The Music Of Pink Floyd

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There have been a number of Pink Floyd tribute albums in the past ten years, few of them any good, from electronic tributes to bluegrass sendups. But "Orchestral Maneuvers: The Music Of Pink Floyd" places the band's work in a form that fits them better. It's a shame this tribute was ripped off and overshadowed by "Us And Them: The Symphonic Pink Floyd" a few years later; David Palmer's brilliant arrangements and conducting of the skilled Royal Philharmonic Orchestra shine bright in variations on 'Run Like Hell' and especially the 'Brick In the Wall' series. One wouldn't expect 'Hey You' to appear here, but it works anyway, just like the subtle choir on 'Goodbye Blue Sky' and the curiosity-provoking take on 'Wish You Were Here.' The highlight is no doubt a variation on 'When the Tigers Broke Free,' which fares far better than its original version (from "The Wall" movie in 1982). "Orchestral Maneuvers" is classical variations at its finest, fitting and just short of essential for any Floyd fan's collection.

Like their later 1994 Pink Floyd recording, this recording of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra playing Pink Floyd could have been so much better than it was. Essentially, it is a recording of a Pink Floyd tribute band backed by an orchestra. The use of electric guitar, electric bass, full trap set, vocalists and synthesizers detracts from the performance and leaves the listener longing for an actual symphonic version of these works. It would have been entirely different if it had been members of Pink Floyd contributing, however it was not. Therefore, it left something to be desired.

For a fully symphonic Pink Floyd experience, try "Us and Them" by the London Philharmonic.

This orchestral pink floyd is very classic even more classic than pink floyds The Wall.

After "Us And Them" by the London *Philharmonic* this sounds just... lukewarm. It doesn't give me wings, nore does it bring tears to my eyes, in awe of the sheer beauty of it all... it's ok I guess... but "OK" is not the word you want when describing a band like Pink Floyd.

Although I was excited about a new take on Pink Floyd, this is one that should have been left behind. Sadly, the music is driven by a back beat reminiscent of Hooked on Classics from the disco 70's. You would expect better.

The main 'draw' for this CD is the first track, "When the Tigers Broke Free" which is also one of the 'missing' tracks from the Pink Floyd The Wall Album (the song figures in the film, but not the soundtrack...). It is a wonderful rendition, which melds well with listening to 'The Wall' itself. The other songs are done very well, and the music of Pink Floyd translates well to an orchestra. I first heard the music over 10 years ago, and I have spent that time searching for it. Here I search Amazon.com, and wow! I found it immediately! Highly recommended for any Pink Floyd fan.

There's nothing special about this tribute other than it being for Pink Floyd. For a new twist on Floyd favorites, Us & Them: Symphonic Pink Floyd is amazing.

It is nice to hear different non-vocal renditions w/o a "muzak" sound to them. The songs are done well. Any Floyd fan should enjoy it.