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100 Popular Classics [Box set]

~ Peter Savidge (Baritone), Anatole Krastev (Cello), Alexander Grigorov (Clarinet), Johann Sebastian Bach (Composer), Samuel Barber (Composer), et al.
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  • Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach, Samuel Barber, Ludwig van Beethoven, Georges Bizet, Alexander Borodin, et al.
  • Audio CD (28 Feb 2000)
  • Number of Discs: 5
  • Format: Box set
  • Label: Castle
  • ASIN: B00004R64F
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 77,206 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

Disc: 1
1. The Ride of The Valkyries - Wagner
2. Anitra's Dance - Grieg
3. Au clar de lune - Debussy
4. Un bel di (One Fine Day - Madame Butterfly) - Puccini
See all 20 tracks on this disc
Disc: 2
1. Eine kleine Nachtmusik 1st movement - Mozart
2. Air (on the G string) from Suite No.3 in D - Bach
3. Waltz of the Flowers from The Nutcracker - Tchaikovsky
4. Slow movement from Clarinet Concerto - Mozart
See all 21 tracks on this disc
Disc: 3
1. O Fortuna from Carmina Burana - Orff
2. Rhapsody on a theme of Paganini: 18th Variation - Rachmaninov
3. Linden Lea - Vaughan Williams
4. Lullaby - Brahms
See all 19 tracks on this disc
Disc: 4
1. Symphony No.5 1st movement - Beethoven
2. Brandenburg Concerto No.3 1st movement - Bach
3. Pavane - Faure
4. Waltz in A minor Op. 34/2 - Chopin
See all 20 tracks on this disc
Disc: 5
1. Mars from The Planets - Holst
2. Nessun dorma from Turandot - Puccini
3. Toccata in D minor BWV565 - Bach
4. Promenade from Pictures at an Exhibition - Mussorgsky
See all 18 tracks on this disc

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Amazon.co.uk Review

Contained in five CDs in card sleeves, from the instantly recognisable "Ride of the Valkyries" to less familiar titles which once heard will still strike chords, 100 Popular Classics delivers exactly what it promises on the box. Everything here is tuneful and accessible, the selections concentrating upon such composers as Beethoven, Mozart, Puccini and Tchaikovsky. Other than that, disc 3 explores the 20th century with works such as Samuel Barber's Adagio for Strings and Copland's Fanfare for the Common Man, the music isn't sequenced to any particular plan. Indeed, with a Chopin piano prelude following Verdi's "Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves" and Grieg's Norwegian Dance no. 2 leading to an extract from Bach's double violin concerto, if ever a set of CDs was made to go in a multi-changer player, this is it. The selections themselves vary from older recordings with leading orchestras, to newer recordings with lesser known, often East-European ensembles. There is no information about the music itself, but setting these discs on random play offers much the same experience as listening to Classic FM, but without all the chat, commercials and news bulletins. And if this leaves you longing for more, try 100 Popular Classics Volume 2. --Gary S Dalkin

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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Superb value for money, 28 Mar 2002
This CD threw a blanket over many of the Classics I had identified to add to my collection and also introduced me to many more. If you are new to classical music - it is ideal for sampling a wide variety of artists: it provides over 6 hours of pleasure - where else could you get that for the price! Superb!
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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars WELL WORTH THE MONEY, 21 Jun 2004
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Don't let the fact that this appears to be a 'budget' set deter you- I've never heard of most of these orchestras either, but the quality of musicianship on these CDs is very high. The selection is also good, with the most euphonic works by the most popular composers all included, and even a couple of lesser-known gems. Perhaps a little Paganini or Jenkins' 'Palladio' would have made it even better, but otherwise, this is an outstanding box set at a VERY reasonable price. It should be highly recommended to both newcomers to the genre and seasoned classical-lovers alike.
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60 of 62 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A must for anyone new to classical, 31 Mar 2001
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Is it too good to be true? No, it isn't. These CDs have to be the only way to start a classical music collection. On these five CDs you will find some of the best known classical pieces of music; pieces of music that you knew, but never knew who composed them; and pieces that will broaden your classical taste. This is the perfect way to get into classical, and at such a price, it doesn't matter if you absolutely hate half of the tracks. Over time, you'll develop a liking for certain styles and composers. One hundred popular classics from all genres that will suit anyone. Buy it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great collection
I do not normally listen to classical music but I have to say the selection of tracks on this cd would pursuade anyone to listen to this type of music more often. Read more
Published on 30 April 2005 by James T

1.0 out of 5 stars 100 popular classics
i give them away to students like giving them an intelligent comic.
Published on 5 Jul 2004 by Johanna

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent music when you're bored!
This is a nice collection of great classical pieces and my favourite being Vivaldi's symphony "four seasons" although only 2 movements are on here. Read more
Published on 17 May 2004

4.0 out of 5 stars Awesome value for money!
This 5 CD set delivers everything you expect from the title. It is an inexpensive way to obtain 6 hours of music covering most of the major composers and the most significant... Read more
Published on 7 Jan 2003 by harbourboy

4.0 out of 5 stars classic fm without the adverts!!
I think that these collecitons are great: they offer a wide variety of classical music, all of which you will have heard before... Read more
Published on 22 Nov 2002 by Jodi Hesmondhalgh

5.0 out of 5 stars extraordinairy value for money! absolutely great!
This is a fantastic album for classical music lovers and those new to the scene! I was absolutely astonished and amazed by the range and quality of the selected tracks. Read more
Published on 10 April 2002 by sai_pit@hotmail.com

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Introduction to Classics
I bought this CD mostly because of the price and was reallly surprised at the quality.

It has all the popular tunes which everyone knows and others which are equally well... Read more

Published on 24 Jan 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars a classical masterpiece
I cannot describe how important this cd is to my ever changing mood of life. I went on to amazon.co. Read more
Published on 19 Oct 2000 by D. P. ROWELL

5.0 out of 5 stars A good selection to start a classical collection.
As a person who has a very limited collection of classical music, this collection of 5 cd's at such a great price was the perfect way for me to start a collection. Read more
Published on 1 Jun 2000

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