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Piano Classics from the World of Jane Austen

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This CD was one of the first in a long line of recordings dealing with music from Jane Austen's time. In a hurry to take advantage of the growing popularity of Austen, many record companies have turned out hastily put-together recordings, some of which don't even feature music of the actual time in which Austen lived. This CD, however, is a different story. It is one of the most well-informed releases in this genre. Ms. Bond has meticulously researched the music, even discovering the music which Austen had in her own personal collection. In the booklet accompanying the CD, Bond has written a delightful and thoughtful essay on the music, and how and by whom it might have been performed in Austen's time. In addition, the CD is beautifully recorded. Ms. Bond's playing literally sparkles and the sound quality is excellent. I highly recommend this to any fan of piano music of the time of Haydn and Mozart, or to any fan of Austen's work. You won't be disappointed!

Ms. Bond's masterful performance clearly captures character and society in Jane Austen's world. Pieces ranging from the sprightly elegant to the privately pensive recall Austen's most endearing literary characters; and the performative demands of the works suggest the public nature of music during the author's lifetime. Perceptive of Austen's wit, pathos and artistry, Bond's selection and presentation wonderfully render the best of this literature through music. This CD is an absolute delight!!

I love this CD and so does my baby! We listen to it everyday. This CD has a very nice mixture of relaxing Classical along with some wonderfully upbeat classics. When my baby is cranky and nothing seems to help, I play this CD and he becomes quiet and soothed. I have also used this CD for stretching music in my aerobic classes and the class has commented on how nice it sounds.

Exellent music. Appropriate to the time period and very enjoyable. Well performed. If you enjoy the Dr. Maturin approach to life this will be a great addition to your music collection.

I am a new Austen fan. Just got this and listened to it all day. Absolutely loved it. I choose 5 tracks of a softer mood I put in favorites to continually play while reading. Totally enhanced the expierence for me. Felt like I was there. Very pleased with my purchase.

I bought this CD based on the rave reviews on Amazon, and it's a disappointment. The collection on the CD are not as beautiful as those on the Jane Austen Companion album, which I think is much better and more reminiscence of the Jane Austen period, or at least the movie remake. The music on this CD are beautifully played, but they aren't and won't be my favorite pieces. Mediocre pieces at best. If I get to preview this album on amazon, I won't have bought it. On the other hand, the Jane Austen Companion can be previewed on amazon, it's grander pieces, and it's even cheaper than this album.

One reason I enjoy Jane Austen movies is for the music. This CD is a beautiful extention of the movies.

An excellent choice for when you want to go back in time, just relax, or curl up with a good book (especially something by Jane Austin).

It's OK but not something to write home about. Pleaant is a good word for it.