Top Classical Albums of 2005: Which to Buy & DVD Player to Play It

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The discussion revolves around recommendations for classical music DVDs and the appropriate equipment for playback. Users express skepticism about the value of certain popular DVDs, suggesting that classic performances by renowned artists like Itzhak Perlman and Yehudi Menuhin are preferable. The importance of solid classical works, such as Beethoven's symphonies and Mozart's compositions, is emphasized over compilations. Additionally, there are considerations for purchasing a DVD player, particularly for someone who is deaf in one ear, indicating that stereo sound may not be necessary. The need for a decent sound system is highlighted, as the user lacks experience with audio equipment and has only a basic clock radio for sound reproduction. Overall, the conversation stresses the significance of quality classical music selections and the right audio equipment for an optimal listening experience.
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The only one I've seen before is the Essential Yo Yo Ma. Although, I'm new to this and own just a couple of CDs, I don't think I'll go with any of those. Some of the performers listed are famous (Yo Yo Ma and Johsua Bell, for example), but these are, in general, more "modern" (if I may use the term) renditons. For violin, you may want to check some Itzhak Perlman or Yehudi Menuhin CDs. But that's just my opinion.
 
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Bah. Don't bother buying any of those. They probably aren't worth their money at all (although 'The art of violin' DVD is a good buy)

There are plenty of videos on youtube that you can see. For example this one:

[MEDIA=youtube]QCwhn7iv9zc[/MEDIA]&search=piano%20concerto[/URL]

Magnificent performance by Daniel Barenboim.
 
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Bladibla said:
Bah. Don't bother buying any of those. They probably aren't worth their money at all (although 'The art of violin' DVD is a good buy)

There are plenty of videos on youtube that you can see. For example this one:

[MEDIA=youtube]QCwhn7iv9zc[/MEDIA]&search=piano%20concerto[/URL]

Magnificent performance by Daniel Barenboim.[/QUOTE]

I do not own a tv, and will not back down after i told the bbc what i thought of them and where they can stick there license fee, so i need a dvd player of some sort, as i am deaf in one ear stero would be a waste money, i imagine speakers are important.
 
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wolram said:
I do not own a tv, and will not back down after i told the bbc what i thought of them and where they can stick there license fee, so i need a dvd player of some sort, as i am deaf in one ear stero would be a waste money, i imagine speakers are important.
Dear, could you please tell us what you have? I guess it takes less time (perhaps no time)[/color][/size]...:-p

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wolram said:
I do not own a tv, and will not back down after i told the bbc what i thought of them and where they can stick there license fee, so i need a dvd player of some sort, as i am deaf in one ear stero would be a waste money, i imagine speakers are important.

Sorry..I'm having trouble understanding what you are trying to say.
 
Bladibla said:
Sorry..I'm having trouble understanding what you are trying to say.

Well the only electronic sound reproducer i have is a clock radio, i have never owned a dvd player or any other type of musical entertainment, so
what i need is a decent sound player, if i went to a shop i would not know
what to look for.

Lisa, not a lot, and it gets less all the time. :smile:
 
Wolram all those DVDs are "best ofs", except for the violin sonatas. If you ar going to do claasical you should get some solid works too, maybe the Mozart Jupiter symphony or any of Beethoven's nine, etc. It's just like not starting your library with a bunch of books of quotations.
 
selfAdjoint said:
Wolram all those DVDs are "best ofs", except for the violin sonatas. If you ar going to do claasical you should get some solid works too, maybe the Mozart Jupiter symphony or any of Beethoven's nine, etc. It's just like not starting your library with a bunch of books of quotations.

I lke Beethoven, i found out today that there was two of them, and some of those violin players are so good, who are they?
 
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