From Russia with Love [Soundtrack]

Aleksandr Vasilyevich / Mikhalkov, Sergej / Aleksandrov (Composer), Maurice Jarre (Composer), Helmut Lotti (Composer), Helmut / Bohets, Wim Lotti (Composer), Helmut / Orloff, Peter Lotti (Composer), Vasily Pavlovich Solovyov-Sedoy (Composer), Polish Traditional (Composer), Helmut Lotti (Performer) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Performer: Helmut Lotti
• Composer: Aleksandr Vasilyevich / Mikhalkov, Sergej / Aleksandrov, Maurice Jarre, Helmut Lotti, Helmut / Bohets, Wim Lotti, Helmut / Orloff, Peter Lotti, et al.
• Audio CD (August 9, 2005)
• Number of Discs: 2
• Format: Soundtrack
• Label: Dptv Media
• ASIN: B0009Y260O
• Also Available in: Audio CD
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #33,817 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. From Russia With Love

2. Lara's Theme

3. Vetscherni Zvon

4. Far East Of The Sun

5. Ej Ukhnem

6. Kalinka

7. Two Guitars

8. The Legend of the 12 Robbers

9. Hold Me Once More

10. Dorogoj Dlinnoju

11. Dream Away

12. Lutshje Bulo

13. Moscow Nights

14. Poljushko Polje

15. Otschi Tschornije

16. Russian National Hymn

Editorial Reviews

A deep dark Cossack song echoes over endless mighty steppes. Impressive Saint-Petersburg & dazzling Moscow. The land of vodka & Volga. In 'From Russia With Love', Helmut Lotti encounters a new world. A vast empire he describes in touching words & captivating harmonies. 'From Russia With Love' is his personal postcard from the land of Pushkin, Tolstoy & Tchaikovsky. So it's not - as one of the local choir members wonders during the recordings, prickled by chords in minor & balalaika an unknown Russian traditional song. Nor is it the title music to a Bond movie with Sean Connery. 'From Russia With Love' is the portrait of a world nation, painted with admiration by a world star. EMI. 2004. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Open your heart to Russian Music, February 18, 2005

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Annelise Bork (Canada) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: From Russia With Love (Audio CD)

I received "From Russia with Love" as a gift from Switzerland in the mail. After listening to the music I immediately checked out the web site from Helmut Lotti and was stunned to learn that Helmut is not a Russian. Listening to his music in "From Russia with Love", I was convinced this was a Russian singing, not only that, every piece of music on this CD is simply outstanding. I have rarely enjoyed a CD to this extent. The singing is outstanding, the Russian choir quality and so is the orchestra. I am delighted and pleased that we access to such a treat.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars CD and DVD -- zamechatel'niye!, October 21, 2005

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Chapulina R (Tovarischi Imports, USA/RUS) - See all my reviews

This review is from: From Russia with Love (Audio CD)

The local PBS channel featured Helmut Lotti's "From Russia With Love" for the recent pledge drive. They got my support! And I got this wonderful CD and equally wonderful DVD. Helmut Lotti has a superb voice and he sings these Russian songs with such passion! Remarkably, he does not speak Russian, but learned the lyrics phonetically. Here are some of my favorite folk songs: Polyushko polye, Cherniye ochi, Kalinka. And some popular Russian songs which made it to the American hit parade: Dorogoy dlinnoyu ("Those Were the Days, My Friend") and the English language rendition of "Dream Away" ("A Stranger in Paradise"). Helmut gives a sweet, personal touch to movie themes "From Russia With Love" and "Lara's Theme" and a poignant "Far East of the Sun." These latter are sung in English. The final stanza of "Far East," a song from the Siberian gulag, could bring tears to your eyes! The finale is the Russian National Anthem. This is one of the most beautiful and singable of all anthems. The pleasing music has recently been given new lyrics by its original composer. Helmut sings the updated version accompanied by the Red Army Ensemble. My only criticism of the CD: lyrics should have been provided for nonRussian speakers. But I'm certain a web-search could easily locate lyrics and translations. The DVD features the same wonderful songs, with videos of Russian villagers and Cossacks in traditional costume. Helmut's trip through Russia on the TransSiberia Railroad provides the backdrop to the musical DVD. Through his eyes you see the splendor of this awesome, huge country. I recommend watching the DVD to get a feel for the artist's own appreciation of Russia. You'll feel the love each time you listen to the CD!

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Kharasho - Great!, October 8, 2005

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P. Forrester "Star man" (No. Grafton, MA, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: From Russia with Love (Audio CD)

I'm new to Helmut Lotti's music, but I think he did a wonderful job on this. As a Russian myself, it was delightful to hear the old traditional Russian folk tunes sung by this Belgian. It was even more interesting to learn he sang the songs phonetically, as he doesn't speak the language. Sure could've fooled me. His accent was perfect and his arrangements was excellent. I highly recommend this album. Even better, get the DVD or both. Your eyes can feast on a wonderful scenic tour of the country and people wearing traditional costumes. And there are subtitles for those who can't understand the words.