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| Disc: 1 | |||
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| 1. Smells Like Teen Spirit | |||
| 2. November Rain | |||
| 3. The 5th | |||
| 4. Walk This Way - David Garrett, Orianthi | |||
| 5. Live And Let Die | |||
| 6. Vivaldi vs. Vertigo | |||
| 7. Master Of Puppets | |||
| 8. 80's Anthem | |||
| 9. Toccata | |||
| 10. Asturias | |||
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| Disc: 2 | |||
| 1. Kashmir | |||
| 2. Serenade | |||
| 3. Smells Like Teen Spirit | |||
| 4. Mission Impossible | |||
| 5. Walk This Way | |||
| 6. Smooth Criminal | |||
| 7. I'll Stand By You | |||
| 8. Peer Gynt | |||
| 9. Asturias | |||
| 10. Child's Anthem | |||
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Product Description
CD Description
Rock Symphonies is the second studio album from international superstar violinist David Garrett. The album combines Garrett’s unique background in both the classical and rock genres--until now Garrett has enjoyed separate, dual careers performing with a rock band and classical orchestra but here, for the first time, he morphs the two together. Mixing new interpretations of his favourite rock anthems with classical favourites by Vivaldi and Beethoven, Garrett is backed by his band and The City Of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra. Includes the CD album along with a bonus DVD featuring 12 tracks from his Wulheide concert, including "Kashmir", "Smooth Criminal" and "Walk This Way".
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
The rock / classical combination. It's been with us for a long time, with highlights including Metallica's incredible symphonic album S&M. On 'Rock Symphonies', though, this marriage really finds its potential. David Garrett may look like a Cobain-esque rocker who picked up the violin after touring in a grunge band, but he is as technically gifted as any of the great and celebrated names in classical music. He has gained a reputation for flawless and dynamic live shows, and that's where this album really succeds - the violin is the star of the show, no doubt, but without sacrificing any of the power that made several of the album's 'rock' covers - Smells Like Teen Spirit, Walk this Way - stand out and earn their status as classic tracks. These tracks hook you and lead you in, but it is on the rocked-up versions of Beethoven's 5th and tracks such as 'Asturias' that the sound is at its best. If you can't bear the thought of a note-perfect, sweet violin tone being beaten marred by guitars and a massive drum sound, then maybe stick to David's core classical repertoire. Otherwise, if even purists can open their minds a little and let a sense of fun creep in, 'Rock Symphonies' is pure genius. Long may Mr. Garrett reign!
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
The only reason that I purchased this CD is that I love "Kasmir" by Led Zeppelin, "November rain" by Gun's and Roses, "Live and Let Die" by Paul McCartney and also the few classical symphonies by Vivaldi, Beethoven, Bach and Grieg. As these tracks and composers were on the CD I thought I'd take a chance and give it a try. I'm glad I did, I love it all especially Vivaldi vs vertigo. Imagine Vivaldi being played alongside U2's Vertigo it surely could'nt work but believe me it does. David Garrett has captured mixing classical with rock and vice versa. His violin playing is outstanding even if it is sometimes drowned out by the cacophony of sound. He surely could'nt play any faster on "Asturias" by Albenizi, it is breathtaking. I've always thought that the music of the great composers is their version of rock music and if they had electronics it would probably sound something like David's "Rock Symphonies". If you like rock and classical music then I'm sure you will like this, I Did.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Very exciting music. I saw David Garrett interviewed on BBC Breakfast, saw him play Bolero on Dancing on Ice, and thought I must get this. Thanks to Amazon I bought the two-CD album and am totally thrilled by it. I'm a bit of a square, having been brought up on classical music, but this, as I said earlier, is exciting and very listenable.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Rock and classical - a superb blend
A great mix of pieces/songs, all played very competently.
If you enjoy classical music and solid guitar based rock music you won't be disappointed with this album.
Enjoy!
If you enjoy classical music and solid guitar based rock music you won't be disappointed with this album.
Enjoy!
Published 1 month ago by redders447
Rock Symphonies
First cd has a scratch, haven't listened to it fully yet so I'm not sure if it will affect the cd playing. The second disc doesn't play full stop. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Amber
Driving Music
I saved the CD for a long journey to Dorset as I knew I'd need something exciting playing to keep me awake. I have to say, it certainly delivered all I had hoped. Read more
Published 2 months ago by yellow
Excellent
What a great mix of classical music and rock ballads. A truly gifted musician. With the DVD extra this is great value.
Published 4 months ago by Mike McCarthy
Orchestral Rock
Being a fan of Ed Alleyne-Johnson I was keen to listen to another accomplished classical/rock violinist and this album was a revelation. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Mr Kelvin S Taylor
Great music, no video.
I first heard this artist on Pandora. I liked him music and search for a CD, and found the best value at the UK site. When I received it and played it there was no videos.
Published 7 months ago by T. Palmertree
Great CD, not new as ordered
The CD was fantastic, however, I ordered a new CD and was mailed one that was not sealed in it's original plastic wrap. Just happy that there were no scratches! Read more
Published 7 months ago by m0224
Great Concert
I am an older female who generally does not care for rock music. However, I first saw this concert on a public television station and was amazed. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Violin Music Lover
DAVID GARRETT - Rock Symphonies
In my youth I was switched-on to Bach by the producer Waldo De Los Rios and his album Symphonies Of The Seventies. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Pete Fyfe
Karaoke for violin
I tried really hard to like David Garrett's 'Rock Symphonies', but the best I can get to is, 'it's ok'. He can play violin pretty well. So can a lot of people. Read more
Published 9 months ago by KT
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