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Jazz Hat (HD<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
Pianist Michael Garson, in re-releases of some of his famous recordings<br />
Blazing Redheads (LP)<br />
Not all redheads, this all-female salsa-flavored big band adds a lot of<br />
red pepper to its music.<br />
Felix Hell (HD<strong>CD</strong>)<br />
The young organ prodigy turns in mature versions of organ music of<br />
Liszt, Vierne, Rheinberger and Guilmant. Huge bottom end!<br />
American Requiem (HD<strong>CD</strong>)<br />
Richard Danielpour's awesome Requiem mass is all about war, and<br />
about the hope for peace too, with a dedication tied to 9/11.<br />
World Keys (HD<strong>CD</strong>)<br />
Astonishing young pianist Joel Fan amazes with music from all the<br />
world, including that of Prokofiev and Liszt<br />
Ikon of Eros (HD<strong>CD</strong>)<br />
Huge suite for orchestra and chorus, by John Tavener. Inspired by<br />
Greek Orthodox tradition. Overwhelming HD<strong>CD</strong> sound.<br />
<strong>PLUS</strong> <strong>THE</strong>SE HD<strong>CD</strong> RECORDINGS:<br />
Pomp&Pipes (HD<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
Requiem (HD<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
From the Age of Swing (HD<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
Swing is Here (HD<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
Copland Symphony No. 3 (HD<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
Medinah Sessions, two <strong>CD</strong>s for one (HD<strong>CD</strong>)<br />
Ports of Call (HD<strong>CD</strong>)<br />
Bruckner Symphony No. 9 (HD<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
Ein Heldenleben (HD<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
SHEFFIELD<br />
Say It With Music (<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
Margie Gibson sings Irving Berlin in what may be one the greatest<br />
jazz vocal recordings of all time. And she’s right in your living room!<br />
Growing Up in Hollywood Town (XR<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
The Amanda Albums (<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
How did they do it? The two complete McBroom recordings, Growing<br />
Up in Hollywood Town and West of Oz, on one terrific <strong>CD</strong><br />
I’ve Got the Music in Me (<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
This was originally Sheffield’s LAB-2 release. If you haven’t heard<br />
Thelma Houston belt out a song, you’re in for a treat.<br />
Kodo (<strong>CD</strong>)<br />
A Japanese neo-folk group plays astonishing music, including a 400pound<br />
drum that can take out a woofer. Or a wall!<br />
Harry James & His Big Band (Gold <strong>CD</strong>)<br />
Harry said he would have done this recording for free, because he<br />
sounded better than ever.<br />
The King James Version (<strong>CD</strong>)<br />
Harry James and his big band, live from the chapel!<br />
Drum/Track Record (XR<strong>CD</strong>2) �<br />
OPUS 3<br />
Test Records 1, 2 & 3 (SA<strong>CD</strong>)<br />
A blast from the past! Here are 14 cuts from the samplers that<br />
launched Opus 3. They sound better than ever, too<br />
Swingcerely Yours (SA<strong>CD</strong>)<br />
An SA<strong>CD</strong> re-re-release of tracks from superb vibraphonist Lars<br />
<strong>THE</strong> AUDIOPHILE STORE 59<br />
Erstrand, from 1983 to 1995. Long overdue!<br />
Unique Classical Guitar Collection (SA<strong>CD</strong>)<br />
An SA<strong>CD</strong>, mastered from analog, of some of Opus 3’s long-discontinued<br />
classical guitar LPs. Terrific!<br />
Beyond (SA<strong>CD</strong>)<br />
The second recording by the versatile guitarist Peder af Ugglas (who<br />
also did Autumn Shuffle, below), who plays every instrument there is:<br />
jazz, rock, blues, country. From Sweden???<br />
Autumn Shuffle (SA<strong>CD</strong>/LP)<br />
Ugglas plays a number of different guitars, and borrows from jazz,<br />
Blues, and (yes!) country. Piano, organ, trombone, bowed saw, etc.<br />
Showcase 2005 (SA<strong>CD</strong>)<br />
The latest Opus 3 sampler, with Eric Bibb, Mattias Wager, the Erik<br />
Westberg Vocal Ensemble and lots more, in glorious SA<strong>CD</strong>.<br />
Organ Treasures (SA<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
All those showpieces for big organ you remember hearing through<br />
huge systems…only with all of the power and the clarity of Super<br />
Audio. 4.1 channels, plus 2-channel <strong>CD</strong>.<br />
Just Like Love (SA<strong>CD</strong>/LP) �<br />
The newest from Eric Bibb, less oriented to Gospel and more to Blues.<br />
Bibb’s group, Needed Time, is not here, but he’s surrounded by half a<br />
dozen fine musicians. A nice recording. Hybrid SA<strong>CD</strong>.<br />
Comes Love (HD<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
Another disc by the terrific Swedish Jazz Kings, led by saxophonist<br />
Tomas Ornberg, proving again Sweden understands jazz. The sound<br />
is luminous, sometimes dazzling.<br />
It’s Right Here For You (HD<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
Is there, anywhere, a better swing band than The Swedish Jazz Kings<br />
(formerly Tömas Ormberg’s Blue Five)? Closer to Kansas City than to<br />
Stockholm, they are captivating.<br />
Test <strong>CD</strong> 4 (SA<strong>CD</strong>)<br />
A sampler of Opus 3 performers, clearer than you’ve ever heard them<br />
before. Hybrid disc.<br />
Test <strong>CD</strong> 5 (HD<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
Another of Opus 3’s wonderful samplers, including blues, jazz, and<br />
classical music. A number of fine artists, captured with the usual pure<br />
Blumlein stereo setup. A treat.<br />
Showcase (SA<strong>CD</strong>/LP) �<br />
Available as a hybrid SA<strong>CD</strong>/<strong>CD</strong> disc, or a gorgeously-cut LP, with<br />
selections from Opus 3 releases.<br />
Good Stuff (DOUBLE 45 LP/HD<strong>CD</strong>/SA<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
As soothing as a summer breeze, this disc features singer Eric Bibb<br />
(son of Leon), singing and playing guitar along with his group. Subtle<br />
weaving of instrumentation, vivid sound.<br />
Spirit and the Blues (DOUBLE 45 LP/<strong>CD</strong>/SA<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
Like his father, Leon Bibb, Eric Bibb understands the blues. He and<br />
the other musicians, all playing strictly acoustic instruments, have<br />
done a fine recording, and Opus 3 has made it sound exceptional.<br />
Tiny Island (SA<strong>CD</strong>)<br />
If you like Eric Bibb and his group Good Stuff as much as we do, pick<br />
this one up.<br />
20th Anniversary Celebration Disc (HD<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
A great sampler from Opus 3. Includes some exceptional fine pieces,<br />
jazz, folk and classical. The sound pickup is as good as it gets, and the<br />
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HD<strong>CD</strong> transfer is luminous.<br />
Levande (<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
The full recording from which “Tiden Bara Går” on Test Record No.1<br />
is taken. Believe it or not, this great song isn’t even the best on the<br />
album! A fine singer, doing folklike material…and who cares about<br />
understanding the words?<br />
Concertos for Double Bass (<strong>CD</strong>/SA<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
This album of modern and 19th Century music is a favorite for its<br />
deep, sensuous sound. And the music is worth discovering. It is sensuous<br />
and lyrical, a delight in every way.<br />
Across the Bridge of Hope (SA<strong>CD</strong>)<br />
An astonishing choral recording by the Erik Westberg Ensemble,<br />
famous for its Musica Sacra choral recording.<br />
Musica Sacra (HD<strong>CD</strong>/SA<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
Test Record No.4 (LP) �<br />
PROPRIUS<br />
Antiphone Blues (<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
This famous disc offers an unusual mix: sax and organ! The disc<br />
includes Ellington, Negro spirituals, and some folk music. Electrifying<br />
performance, and the recording quality is unequalled.<br />
Antiphone Blues (SA<strong>CD</strong>/HD<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
This is the Super Audio version, with a Red Book layer that is HD<strong>CD</strong>encoded.<br />
The best of both worlds!<br />
Now the Green Blade Riseth (<strong>CD</strong>/SA<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
Religious music done a new way: organ, chorus and modern orchestra.<br />
Stunning music, arranged and performed by masters, and the<br />
effect is joyous. The sound is clear, and the sheer depth is unequalled<br />
on <strong>CD</strong>. The new SA<strong>CD</strong> version is the very best SA<strong>CD</strong> we have yet heard!<br />
Jazz at the Pawnshop Set (SA<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
The entire set oin glorious SA<strong>CD</strong>, plus a video DVD with interviews<br />
with the set’s creators.<br />
Jazz at the Pawnshop 2 (<strong>CD</strong>/SA<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
From the original master, another disc of jazz from this Swedish pub,<br />
with its lifelike 3-D sound. Now a classic in its own right.<br />
Good Vibes (<strong>CD</strong>)<br />
The third volume of Jazz at the Pawnshop. And just as good!<br />
Cantate Domino (<strong>CD</strong>/SA<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
This choral record is a classic of audiophile records. The title selection<br />
is stunningly beautiful. The second half is Christmas music, and<br />
includes the most stunning version of O Holy Night we’ve ever heard.<br />
Sketches of Standard (<strong>CD</strong>)<br />
ANALEKTA<br />
Violonchello Español (<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
I Musici de Montréal comes to Analekta, with a stunning album of<br />
Spanish and Spanish-like pieces for cello and orchestra.<br />
Vivace (<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
Classical or rock? Claude Lamothe plays two cellos at the same time<br />
in an amazing recording of modern compositions.<br />
Pauline Viardot-Garcia (<strong>CD</strong>) �<br />
Soprano Isabel Bayrakdarian steps into the role of 19th Century<br />
singer and composer Pauline Viardot so convincingly that listening<br />
to her is like going back in time. One of the best classical recordings<br />
of all time!