Western Electric Analog Stereo Audiophile Recording 100th Anniversary Collection | 10 CD Box Set AAD + 1 Book

UPC: 9787884816026 / 978-7884816026

Product Features

• Format: 10 CD Box Set + 1 Book
• Mastering: High Definition CD (HD Mastering)
• Audio Quality: Western Electric Analog Stereo Audiophile Recording
• Collection: Western Electric Sound Milestones, 100th Anniversary
• Genre: Classical Music
• Language: Primarily instrumental, focusing on classical compositions
• Packaging: High-quality casing with a detailed booklet

Overview

This collection celebrates the 100th anniversary of Western Electric, a pioneer in analog recording technology. The 10 CDs in this set feature some of the most beautiful classical compositions, carefully remastered using the latest HD mastering technology to preserve the warmth and clarity of the original analog recordings. From Stravinsky to Tchaikovsky, each disc offers a unique journey through the milestones of classical music history, capturing the essence of Western Electric's legendary sound quality.

The recordings, originally made between the 1950s and 1970s, have been digitized with state-of-the-art analog-to-digital converters, ensuring that the original artistic brilliance and sound quality are maintained. The collection is perfect for moments of reflection, relaxation, and escape, offering listeners a serene and timeless musical experience.

Interesting Facts

• Western Electric's Legacy: Western Electric was instrumental in developing high-fidelity audio equipment, which set the standard for analog recordings throughout the 20th century.
• Audiophile Grade: This collection is designed for audiophiles, preserving the warmth and detail of the original analog recordings.
• HD Mastering: Utilizes the latest in high-definition mastering to deliver unparalleled sound quality.
• Cultural Heritage: The collection includes pieces from various cultures and composers, showcasing the global impact of Western Electric’s recording technology.

Track Listing

Disc 1: Spectacular Classics

1. Glorification of the Chosen Victim (Stravinsky) – 2:22
2. Light Cavalry – 6:48
3. Peer Gynt Suite No. 1: Morning Mood (Grieg) – 4:16
4. The Young Prince and Princess (Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov) – 3:42
5. Chanson du toreador (Bizet) – 2:09
6. 1812 Overture (Tchaikovsky) – 6:30
7. William Tell Overture: The Calm (Rossini) – 2:45
8. Poet and Peasant – 6:15

Disc 2: Ballet Favourites

1. Navarraise: "LE CID" Ballet Music (Massenet) – 3:09
2. Waltz of the Flowers (Tchaikovsky) – 6:39
3. Scene (Tchaikovsky) – 1:12
4. Pierrot, Reconnaissance, Aveu, Pantalon et Columbine (Schumann) – 4:58
5. Act 1b Valse lente (Delibes) – 2:00
6. Andante mosso (Rossini/Respighi) – 2:37
7. Introduction: "La Fee des Lilas" (Tchaikovsky) – 4:30
8. Romeo & Juliet Suite (Prokofiev) – 6:25

Disc 3: An Evening of Opera

1. Mozart: Die Zauberflöte Overture – 7:10
2. Verdi: La Traviata: Alfredo "Libiamo ne' lieti calici" – 2:55
3. Franz Lehár: Die lustige Witwe – 7:11
4. Mascagni: Cavalleria Rusticana Intermezzo – 3:10
5. Verdi: La Forza Del Destino Overture – 7:37

... and more across the 10 discs.

Vol.1 Spectacular Classics
Vol.2 Ballet Favourites
Vol.3 An Evening of Opera.
Vol.4 Various Concerto
Vol.5 Elegant Chamber Music
Vol.6 Best Symphony
Vol.7 Immortal Cinema Classics
Vol.8 Relaxing Melody
Vol.9 Invitation of Encore
Vol.10 Romantic Serenade

Publishers

• Publisher: ABC (INTL) Records
• Year: 2016
• Rights: All rights reserved. Unauthorized copying, public performance, and other rights violations strictly prohibited.

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