An Opera CD for those who would never, ever buy an Opera CD: The #1 Opera Album ( 2CD set Decca 289 467 632-2). Now, I know some are thinking that they would rather get a poke in the eye with a sharp stick than listen to Opera, but you owe it to yourself to invest in this CD. Consider it an experiment. Start by listening to Disk 1 tracks 1,6,16, and Disk 2 tracks 9,10,11, and 16. The performances and sound are both stunning. This will become a "system demo" disk for many skeptics. I bought this at a Best Buy. Enjoy.
Audiogon "RECORDINGS TO DIE FOR" list
I've been listening to some of my favorite recordings this weekend and was wondering what others on Audiogon felt were there favorites. We have all seen the Stereophile "Records to Die For", The Absolute Sounds recommended list, Music Directs' list, The Golden Ear, etc. now I'm hoping to assemble the Audiogon "Recordings To Die For". Please list your five favorite recordings, the ones you listen to over and over or play for friends. I would assume the sonic quality is excellent in that this is an audiophile site. The performance and enjoy ability should also be excellent. Please leave your top five, even if they are already chosen so we can discover the very top for the Audiogon listeners. ALSO PLEASE REFRAIN FROM CRITICIZING OTHERS OPINIONS AND JUST LEAVE YOUR FAVORITES!
August 2002: I have compiled a summary and a full printer-friendly list of all of the recommendations below.
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August 2002: I have compiled a summary and a full printer-friendly list of all of the recommendations below.
click here to view summary