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The Planets

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Audio CD (25 May 1991)
Number of Discs: 1
Label: Bmg
ASIN: B000026F6Y
Other Editions: Audio CD | Audio Cassette

Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

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5.0 out of 5 stars The same vision through different eyes., 15 May 2006

By	Alan Burridge (Poole,, Dorset. United Kingdom) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER) (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Planets (Audio CD)

Not sure what they teach or listen to in music lessons at school these days, but Gustav Holst's The Planet's Suite was a favourite when I used to go. And it was and is a favourite for the right reasons, as everyone, from punks and goths to biker's and heavy metaller's, can find something within this more-famous-than-any-other classic(al) piece of music. Yet in our day we had no other option but to listen to the orchestral version, as there was no alternative; until 1976, that is, when Japanese keyboard wizard, Isao Tomita, recorded this fabulously up-dated version. And this CD has been mastered for the surround-sound systems that will one day be commonplace, but for those fortunate enough to own these dynamics, then you'd best get this album, as it's a mind-blower even in lowly stereo! Yes, Tomita saw beyond Holst's vision, yet through the same eyes, and whilst keeping the basic structures of these long enduring pieces, has bolstered them with sounds Gustav could have only imagined in his wildest dreams. From the incredible raw-roots of such a classic classical suite, Tomita has nurtured each planet like a child of his own to bring them way ahead of their time. And even now, 30 years on, this CD sits alongside the original like a 21st Century brother - quite an amazing album.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Sympathetic electronic exposition of The Planets, 24 Sep 2003

By	Mikeonfreeserve (England) - See all my reviews

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This album by synthesiser maestro Isao Tomita should be in any classical or rock collection. The version of Mars is truly chilling as wave upon wave of electronic battleships deliver awesome sonic payloads. Just try and listen to the version of Jupiter and Saturn on a powerful system as you hear the relentless march of time and the approach of the reaper. You can bet your friends that they can't hear this cranked up and keep their eyes closed such is the imagery it conjures from the dark;it is quite disorienting and truly terrifying listening.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A must for the electronic enthusiast., 7 Aug 2000

By	roger.westcar@btinternet.com (East sussex,England.) - See all my reviews

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Having heard this most wonderfull peice many moons ago I was enthralled to find it at amazon.Tometa has opened up a new world of sound and enlightenment through the ears,so if you are into music from beyond the stars and fancy a lively jaunt around the solar system in your own living room this one is not to miss.It may be not far off of being thirty years old now,Tometa's version that is but like the heavens themselves and the original peice it shall remain infinate in the pleasure it gives every time I listen.

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5.0 out of 5 stars What Has Tomita Done To Holst's Planets ?
I understand that when Tomita put this one out in 1976 the decendents of Holst tried to get it banned in the UK as they felt it wrecked their loved one's great work... Read more

Published 5 months ago by J. Thompson

5.0 out of 5 stars Out of this world!!
This as a piece of electronic music is stunning - and over thirty years old so Tomita had to program the entire thing. It's a journey to and through the Solar System. Read more

Published 17 months ago by D Deacon

5.0 out of 5 stars A perfect synthesis of electronic and classical music
The Bringer of peace as arranged by Tomita is the most exquisite piece of music you'll ever hear.

Published on 19 Jan 2000 by Richard Laven

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