Dej 17 Posted March 17, 2011 Okay, As Olham ever so politely turfed me off his music thread after my classical post and as I know I'm not the only classical music fan here I hereby at Olham's suggestion start another... Absolute maximum of three pieces only folks (á la Classic FM)... I posted my favourite on Olham's thread so here's a second: ... can't listen to this without a smile. Name that film too... My third is Allegri's Miserere but I'll not post it as it's 11 minutes long - give or take - go look for yourself if you're interested. Tallis Scholars is all I'll hint at... though the top C is not as sublime as Roy Goodman's in the King's College, Cambridge version. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Von Paulus 8 Posted March 17, 2011 I'll repeat my post here. Jesus. I just can't. I could say Mozart's Requiem is the pinnacle of human culture. But probably I could say the same about the Beethoven nine. What about the Bach's Goldberg variations, or Partita number 2 for violin and Cello suite 2. And Mahler "Das Lied von der Erde".... I couldn't forget Vivaldi's Nulla in mundo pax sincera and his Stabat Mater. I'm forgetting Chopin preludes and Rachmaninoff third. Debussy , Satie..... I just can't. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olham 164 Posted March 17, 2011 Your the specialist here, Dej, with quite an interesting choice, I have never even heard of. My knowledge of Classical Music is not very experienced, and my choice may be more obvious. 1. "Symphony No. 9 "From the new World" by Antonin Dvorak 2. "The Blue Danube" by Johann Strauss 3. Symphony No. 1 "Winter Dreams" by Peter Tschaikowsky Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikeDixonUK 5 Posted March 17, 2011 (edited) Quite hard to pick my favorite 3 off the top of my head, although I think my favorite is probably this: And also this one: Can't think of a third off the top of my head, although I might think of one later and come back. I'm quite into the 'sad/dramatic' style of classical music as you can probably tell (off shoot of that, there's nothing I love more than a really dramatic/sad film score - probably my favorite genre of music.), I imagine there's a more professional terminology for that other than 'sad and dramatic' classical music, but I'm common I'm afraid. Oh, and Master and Commander for the film question (I have the soundtrack CD for that one too). Edited March 17, 2011 by MikeDixonUK Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Talez 0 Posted March 17, 2011 (edited) For me, 1. Symphony No.7 in A, by Beethoven 2. Symphony No. 4, Op. 29 - "The Inextinguishable" by Nielson 3. Lohengrin, Act 3, Scene 3: Heil, König Heinrich! by Wagner Actually... I wasn't a classical lover. But this animation illuminated a bit. (Ooooops, the link seems a bit weird, here's the correct address: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Legend_of_the_Galactic_Heroes) Edited March 17, 2011 by Talez Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BirdDogICT 3 Posted March 17, 2011 (edited) Name that film too... The film is Master & Commander. An absolutely fantastic soundtrack, not only musically, but sound effects are great. Makes my Dolby 7.1 system sing. When the crew is beating to quarters, I could swear they're running on deck just above my head. I've been singing with local symphony choruses for years, and have done hundreds of great pieces, but I never get tired of these three: Pilgrim's Chorus from Wagner's Tannhauser It's hard to find a decent recording... Brahms Requiem Faure Requiem Edited March 17, 2011 by BirdDogICT Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burning Beard 14 Posted March 17, 2011 (edited) Jeeeeeze nobody chose "Saber Dance" performed by the Harmonicats? Beard Edited March 17, 2011 by Burning Beard Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BirdDogICT 3 Posted March 17, 2011 Jeeeeeze nobody chose "Saber Dance" performed by the Harmonicats? Beard How about "Electric Mud" by Muddy Waters? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NS13Jarhead 6 Posted March 17, 2011 (edited) Jeeeeeze nobody chose "Saber Dance" performed by the Harmonicats? Beard How about "William Tell Overture" on a harmonica? Check it out at about 2:35 Edited March 17, 2011 by NS13Jarhead Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NS13Jarhead 6 Posted March 17, 2011 1. Toccata & Fugue in D Minor - Bach. I've heard it played live on a real pipe organ at my church a couple of times. Awesome! 2. Halleluja Chorus from Messiah - Handel. I get chills whenever I hear it. 3. 1812 Overture - Tchaikovsky. It's got cannons in it! Need I say more. (also, I always think of the scene in "My Favorite Year" when Peter O'Toole is getting wheeled up the stairs in a luggage cart.) I can't stand the limitations (I did on the previous poll, though it was exceptionally difficult) Honorable Mentions: Symphonies 5 & 9 by Beethoven Eine kleine Nachtmusik Allegro - Mozart Requium - Verdi Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
itifonhom 6 Posted March 17, 2011 The aria "Ebben? Ne andro lontana" from Catalani, singed from the wonderful Maria Callas! http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=uyXQz_Rtt4M Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
carrick58 23 Posted March 17, 2011 I guess , The fun ones should count 1812 Overture, and this little Musical Masterpiece. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hood 2 Posted March 17, 2011 You win by a mile Carrick. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UK_Widowmaker 571 Posted March 17, 2011 Hooked on Classics?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Creaghorn 10 Posted March 17, 2011 ave maria o fortuna Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+elephant 36 Posted March 17, 2011 I find classical music kind of pompus... Here is my choice still classical but with a Mediterranean breeze... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Von Paulus 8 Posted March 17, 2011 (edited) I find classical music kind of pompus... You're mistake elephant. That's a kind of non intention prejudice. Imagine this It's said (it might not be true) that Bach compose the ciaconna movement of the second Partita, when he was travelling and got the news that is wife has suddendly died. Grief, sense of lostness, shared memories, despair....... This is music. An art form. It's not pompous. Classical music, like jazz, as an extra advantage it depends a lot of the performer. That can change dramatically the final score. This is just a small part of the movement. If you're interested here are the complete parts. Edited March 17, 2011 by Von Paulus Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Capitaine Vengeur 263 Posted March 17, 2011 The Great Gate of Kiev (Mussorgsky), then Finlandia (Sibelius - final theme of Die Hard 2) and In the Hall of the Mountain King (Grieg)... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve58 0 Posted March 17, 2011 (edited) If I didn't add this one, my wife would kill me. We (along with millions of others I'm sure) had it played at our wedding (many, many years ago). Pachelbel's Canon in D Major Edited March 17, 2011 by steve58 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CaptSopwith 18 Posted March 17, 2011 Easy choice for me: Schubert: String Quintet in C Major. "...the adagio will tear your heart out." (bonus points for anyone who can name the movie that the above quote comes from). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olham 164 Posted March 17, 2011 It's from the film "Conspiracy" with Kenneth Brannagh. Haven't seen it yet, and I'm not sure if I want to. I feel as if I know too much already about what my people here in my homeland have done, only little more than 70 years ago. And as for Adagios, that may tear my heart out, I only need to start OFF. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+Nightshade/PR 7,179 Posted March 17, 2011 Suggested by my 16 year old. It's on her I-pod. I was stunned. And ever so pleased. She DOES listen to my music when I'm not around. Kids..they make you love em'. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CaptSopwith 18 Posted March 18, 2011 It's from the film "Conspiracy" with Kenneth Brannagh. Haven't seen it yet, and I'm not sure if I want to. I feel as if I know too much already about what my people here in my homeland have done, only little more than 70 years ago. And as for Adagios, that may tear my heart out, I only need to start OFF. Very true Olham. Samuel Barber wrote one of the most haunting pieces of music ever. From an historical perspective, I like the film Conspiracy. I thought it was very well done, and well acted - not over the top. They let the document breathe and the meeting speak for itself. There is actually very little fanfare in the film - no music until you hear Schubert at the end. I would show it to students, if that gives you an idea of how I feel about it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olham 164 Posted March 18, 2011 I checked, and it is only coming out in the video shops here soon. I may watch it. And I am already sure, I'll have a big knot in my throat again. Thanks for the tip. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Von Paulus 8 Posted March 18, 2011 I checked, and it is only coming out in the video shops here soon. I may watch it. And I am already sure, I'll have a big knot in my throat again. Thanks for the tip. Well Olham, in my view, Brannagh performs a perfect Heydrich. But the 1984 German tv, Wannseekonferenz, production seems to be more convincing, maybe less theatrical. I think the German production is more hard to find, but if you want it I can provide you a copy. PM me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
