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Beethoven's 9th conducted by Solti and myths about Decca/London records
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(Bruce J. Richman) wrote:
S888Wheel wrote:
Did I mention the copy I just got of
Beethoven's 9th was masterd by Harry Fisher in 1972? I paid 3 bucks...
This is probably the same recording re-released on Mobile Fidelity. I
got one of those for $3...
I rarely feel like hearing the glorious 9th by Ludwig Van.
Any time, in general, you can get a Mobile Fidelity LP for $ 3.00, you've got
yourself a bargain. While performances and sound quality vary, as a group, I
think Mobile Fidelity LPs are certainly above the average (along with shaded
dogs, bluebacks, and living presences, of course - and also, some of the
Command classical LPs aren't too shabby either).
I have a few bargains in the collection: Al Stewart "Year of the Cat,"
"Parallel Lines" Blondie, etc. I had one of those stupid thrift shop
experiences a few weeks ago when I found the MoFi "Aja" at a Goodwill.
Well, the lp cover.
I've got a Mobile Fidelity copy of Solt, with the London Symphony Orchetra,
performing Holst's The Planets. (originally on London/Decca). An excellent
performance and recording.
Also, if you enjoy atmospheric soundtrack music, with an almost classical
quality, I'd highly recommend either of the 2 London/Decca/Mobile Fidelity
albums - Fantasy Film World of Bernard Hermann and Mysterious Film World of
Bernard Hermann. Among other well-known themes, you'll find a chilling
rendition of the music from "The Day the Earth Stood Still" and "Gulliver's
Travels".
The sound quality on both of these albums is truly spectacular.
Oh, yes! Is "The Day the Earth Stood Still" the one with two theremins?
Stephen
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