Archives for 2015

What I consider to be good Christmas music is somewhat limited.  Christmas “musac” played in many department stores this time of year are definitely second tier selections in my book.  I was looking over some of my past recommendations and I see where those blog posts were not widely read. 

Last evening I watched Terrence Malick’s philosophical film with my wife.  The visual images and background music are stunning.  Here is a link to the music from the film.  Much of this music was familiar, but there were many pieces new to me, or at least I do not

Sundial Bridge – Redding, California And Winter Came by Enya is the CD recommendation for the week.  I looked for Thanksgiving music but was unable to find a complete album of music I thought would meet a certain standard so I am going with And Winter Came.  While this

Two music recommendations come to mind as free societies reel from the violent acts of radicals.  The first is titled “Holy Mother” sung by Clapton and Pavarotti.  The lyrics are printed below. Lyrics by Eric Clapton Holy mother, where are you? Tonight I feel broken in two I’ve seen

While there are numerous recordings of Beethoven’s five concertos, this particular recording on Phillips comes highly recommended.  While it does not include my favorite, the fifth concerto, these four are outstanding, particularly the fourth. Rather than take my recommendation, search for some of the top recordings and if possible, add

This week I am making two music recommendations, and one actually includes three classical composers.  First, the non-classical recommendation.  As a very different recommendation I am suggesting readers check out Leo Kottke’s “Instrumentals: Best Of The Capitol Years.”  Looking over my star ratings, most are listed