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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Cherubini is a much over-looked composer. Few know that it was his Requiem in C minor that was performed at Beethoven's funeral. Thankfully Riccardo Muti has been steadily recording his works over the last 30 years and EMI have issued this set to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the composer's birth. While I think that the inclusion of texts would have been ideal, or even a weblink, what EMI have done is compile 7 discs in a neat box at just over £2 a disc. Obviously to get this price advantage some compromises must be made, such as the absence of texts, and I think 'BMK's' 3 stars are a bit unfair.
That being said, the performances are excellent, from solists, choirs and orchestras, and I for one am prepared to accept the absence of a more comprehensive booklet and texts in order to be able to purchase this compilation of wonderful works at such a price, as to buy them individually would be cost prohibitive.
Neville Marriner's contribution of the Overtures is most welcome, as is Callas's aria from Medea to round out the collection.
I recommend you buy this exceptional set and enjoy 'listening', even if you don't understand all of what is being sung. If you are desperate for the texts, a quick whiz around Google should provide you with what you want. Oh, and you don't have to have a religious bone in your body to appreciate and enjoy these works.
A great bargain that hopefully will introduce Cherubini to the wide acclaim he so richly deserves.
That being said, the performances are excellent, from solists, choirs and orchestras, and I for one am prepared to accept the absence of a more comprehensive booklet and texts in order to be able to purchase this compilation of wonderful works at such a price, as to buy them individually would be cost prohibitive.
Neville Marriner's contribution of the Overtures is most welcome, as is Callas's aria from Medea to round out the collection.
I recommend you buy this exceptional set and enjoy 'listening', even if you don't understand all of what is being sung. If you are desperate for the texts, a quick whiz around Google should provide you with what you want. Oh, and you don't have to have a religious bone in your body to appreciate and enjoy these works.
A great bargain that hopefully will introduce Cherubini to the wide acclaim he so richly deserves.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
To have had Beethoven as an admirer speaks volumes about the quality of Cherubini's output. Although the Italian composer established himself in Paris and was a major musical figure during the First Empire, his work is little known today. Riccardo Muti has championed recordings of the choral works and these have been appearing on EMI since the 1980s. Now with the 250th anniversary of Cherubini's birth (in 2010) they have been reissued in a 7-CD boxed set at a modest price that should be self-recommending. The performances are fine and will be an asset to anyone's collection. My only serious gripe is that EMI does not provide either texts or translations, and no weblink is mentioned that could provide them. There is no excuse for the issue of a crippled recording in this way when the booklet notes - just as the recordings themselves - exist in EMI archives. Anyone with a Mass or Requiem setting already in his/her choral collection can make do by copying the texts, but with the motets they will be on their own. This is hardly a way to pay tribute to any composer and is unlikely to win over new recruits to the fan club. Summary: performances splendid, presentation awful.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Fantastic collection at a bargain price
16 Feb 2011
Format:Audio CD
Cherubini is a much over-looked composer. Few know that it was his Requiem in C minor that was performed at Beethoven's funeral. Thankfully Riccardo Muti has been steadily recording his works over the last 30 years and EMI have issued this set to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the composer's birth. While I think that the inclusion of texts would have been ideal, or even a weblink, what EMI have done is compile 7 discs in a neat box at just over $3 a disc. Obviously to get this price advantage some compromises must be made, such as the absence of texts.
That being said, the performances are excellent, from solists, choirs and orchestras, and I for one am prepared to accept the absence of a more comprehensive booklet and texts in order to be able to purchase this compilation of wonderful works at such a price, as to buy them individually would be cost prohibitive.
Neville Marriner's contribution of the Overtures is most welcome, as is Callas's aria from Medea to round out the collection.
I recommend you buy this exceptional set and enjoy 'listening', even if you don't understand all of what is being sung. If you are desperate for the texts, a quick whiz around Google should provide you with what you want. Oh, and you don't have to have a religious bone in your body to appreciate and enjoy these works.
A great bargain that hopefully will introduce Cherubini to the wide acclaim he so richly deserves.
That being said, the performances are excellent, from solists, choirs and orchestras, and I for one am prepared to accept the absence of a more comprehensive booklet and texts in order to be able to purchase this compilation of wonderful works at such a price, as to buy them individually would be cost prohibitive.
Neville Marriner's contribution of the Overtures is most welcome, as is Callas's aria from Medea to round out the collection.
I recommend you buy this exceptional set and enjoy 'listening', even if you don't understand all of what is being sung. If you are desperate for the texts, a quick whiz around Google should provide you with what you want. Oh, and you don't have to have a religious bone in your body to appreciate and enjoy these works.
A great bargain that hopefully will introduce Cherubini to the wide acclaim he so richly deserves.
10 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Muti at his finest
17 Sep 2010
Format:Audio CD
Riccardo Muti is probably my favorite conductor, and I really admire the recordings in this anniversary box. It is a great item to collect or give as a gift . The box contains Cherubini's best masses-- although I would recommend it even if you are not religious just for the talent - beautiful sound - and course, Riccardo Muti, the true star of this production...
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