![]() Purcell: Complete Odes & Welcome Songs, Vol 4 /Fisher * Bonner * Bowman * Kenny * Covey-Crump * C Daniels * George * Pott * King's Consort * King $21.98 The first ode on this CD - Ye tuneful muses, was composed in 1686. It combines several characteristical features of Purcell's style: vocal numbers over a ground bass followed by imitative choruses and string ritornelli, and daringly low ranges for bass solos. The ode even includes an ingenious interpretation of a street song. The presentation here, as on the rest of the volumes in this series, is trim: the small numbers of singers and instrumentalists are believed to be historically accurate. The next ode - Celestial music did the gods inspire - was commissioned in 1689 for the performance at one of London's schools (Dido and Aeneas was written in the same year, but for a different school). The best moment is the alto solo accompanied by two recorders. The final ode - From hardy climes (written to celebrate the marriage of the Prince of Denmark - is that a "hardy clime?"), opens with a beautiful symphony, full of inventive string writing. Among several vocal solos is one of the most beautiful Purcell melodies - The sparrow and the gentle dove, meltingly sung by Charles Daniels. ![]() Beyblade - Hidden Tiger (Vol. 3) $19.98 This is something for all ages. Definatly. Girls and boys. Its funny as well as good for promoting good sportsmanship.I rated it as I rated it becuase its funny and has good advice,if you know where to look. Especially the thing between Ray and the White Tigers. You gotta get this DVD! ![]() Portrait of Jonathan Potts Giclee Poster Print by Henry Benbridge, 30x40 $99.99 Art.com is the world's largest retailer of art prints, posters, photographs, and framed artwork. With our huge selection of over 400,000 prints, you'll easily find the perfect piece for your home, office, or classroom. Our art is printed on quality paper. When you order framed artwork, the piece is built by our team of in-house professionals. Visit our Amazon store today at www.amazon.com/artdotcom to find Special Offers and search for products based on 'Artist Name' and 'Subject Categories' such as Movie, Music, Vintage, TV, Children, Travel, Kitchen, Museum Art, Animals, Floral, Motivational, and Sports. Art.com is dedicated to providing you with high quality products and service by offering you 100% satisfaction guaranteed. We ship internationally to over 80 countries. Decorate your home today with your favorite pictures that express and celebrate your distinct tastes. ![]() Spirit Bear $6.99 This is a really good movie for kids and based on a true person/event, but I have to give it 4-stars for the little bumps in the filming. There are several instances where you ask yourself ~ Why was that in the movie? You have to remember that this is a movie for kids, so not every adult is going to enjoy it. But there are so few movies out there for kids to watch that are clean and wholesome, that you just have to ignore the poor acting and moments of terrible filming. It is a Canadian film and there are a few instances of questionable language included. (Burn in he**, a**, bloody, friggin, stupid) This film deals with doing the right thing and fighting for what you think is right. There is a character who likes to shoplift, but the main character does not approve of it. In the end the two teenagers engage in a simple kiss. If your children are into animals they should like this movie. I believe its speed and subject matter is best suited for children 8 and up. |
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