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The screenwriting/directing debut of veteran British stage and screen actor Charles Dance tells of a pair of Cornish spinsters (Judi Dench and Maggie Smith) who discover a charismatic young Polish violin virtuoso castaway (Daniel Bruhl) on the beach below their home. The tale leads inexorably to tender romantic conflicts and a warm concert house finale. Composer Nigel Hess masterfully utilizes his background as Music Director and House Composer for the Royal Shakespeare Company to conjure a score that evokes its quiet, emotional dignity via neo-classical orchestral arrangements that feature real life young virtuoso Joshua Bell on solo violin. Hess' intimate original compositions form a virtually seamless tapestry with the story's requisite classical repertory choices, which range from Massenet and Debussy to Bell's delightful variations on Paganini's "The Carnival of Venice." --Jerry McCulley
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37 of 37 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I didn't see Ladies in Lavender at the cinema, but I rented the DVD one rainy afternoon and I loved the music so I was very pleased to see there was a CD of the soundtrack. Joshua Bell is an awesome violinist and he plays the delightfully accessible tunes from the movie absolutely beautifully. You get nearly an hour of music on the CD (it says in the notes that some of the movie themes were specially extended for the soundtrack) and it's all lovely.
107 of 109 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I was dragged along reluctantly to see Ladies in Lavender and, surprisingly, actually enjoyed it.The acting was excellent and, although it was a tenuous story, it was enjoyable.However, what really overwhelmed me was the musical score.The soundtrack to this film is stunningly beautiful and very moving.I had heard of Joshua Bell, the violinist, but had never heard him playing before.I have very wide taste in music but, even those who don't tend to ever listen to classical music, will love this.It is music that you can listen to over and over again but, be warned, it does tear at the heartstrings!I enjoyed Joshua Bell's playing so much that I am thinking of buying another of his CDs to go along with this one.Do give it a try.You wont be disappointed.
27 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I finished watching Ladies in Lavender and immediately ordered this soundtrack. It truly is a lovely CD; full of violin and other string pieces that I can only describe, in a somewhat worn out phrase, as music that transports you. It is beautiful and very relaxing with a good range of known and less well-known tracks. Had a bad day at work? Kids winding you up? too much on the to do list? then this is the CD for you. Alternatively if you're planning a romantic meal it would be the perfect accompaniment, who knows where it might lead...
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Beautiful Music
Beautiful music beautifully played - well done Nigel Hess and Joshua Bell. Relax the day away by playing as often as possible.
Published 2 months ago by Mr. Ronald Armstrong
Wonderful music
When this film was on television I only saw the last ten minutes or so. The music sounded so wonderful I decided that I wanted the soundtrack just for that particular piece of... Read more
Published 2 months ago by bookworm
ladies in lavender sound track
Delivery very prompt. Quality of CD excellent.A very relaxing and thought provoking piece of music.Recommend to anyone who likes easy listening music.
Published 4 months ago by cd oldie
LADIES IN LAVENDER
Really good CD with lovely melodies and beautiful violin sounds. I would recommend this if you like music to stir the emotions.Go and buy it !
Published 8 months ago by simbol
My perfect places
I loved the film which had used locations in Cornwall that are very special to me. The music was the icing on the cake and mentally transports me to my favourite places every time... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Bumblebee
Brilliant
I am absolutely thrilled with my CD the music of Ladies in Lavender.What a wonderful gift to be able to compose such music and to be able to play the violin like that is so... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Maureen
beautiful violin music
to hear this music on its own is just wonderful & beautifully played.
music to remember, & very good value for money.
music to remember, & very good value for money.
Published 13 months ago by deliverance
film music
I heard this first on FM radio and have enjoyed listening to the CD. I am a fan of Joshua Bell.
Published 14 months ago by Nan Ann
Sheer bliss
Ladies in LavenderThis CD is worth every penny. I absolutely love the title tune and didn't realise the rest of the music was so wonderful as well. Read more
Published on 20 July 2009 by Gabrielle
blissful!
I had enjoyed the film but only as a time filler. The music had caught my attention as we have a history of string playing. The cd is now on every ipod we own, blissful!
Published on 28 Jun 2009 by mj
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