Mozartean balm
Frank W. Barham | Greenbank, WA USA | 08/27/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"It is amazing how keenly Mozart intuited what we would need at those times when the world is a bit too much with us. And here we have six discs of his unique balm, the perfect companion piece for Dover's print edition of the Divertimenti. The performances offer an unlikely combination of American accuracy and efficiency with a distinctly Viennese relaxation and lilt. It's the best of both continents. Philomusica's sonics and budget price can't be beat, and the performances cannot be matched. See also two other Mozartean gems from Philomusica: the three great Wind Serenades and a Mozart memorial that includes the 17th Piano Concerto and the G Minor String Quintet.
-Frank W. Barham"
Twinkle Twinkle, ABC's and Happy Birthday To You Wolfgang
Shannon R. Van Meter | berkeley springs. wv | 05/17/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I am a bassoonist. I was always hoping to either have or record
all of the best of my hero's classic works. Especially his divertimentos, which are rare and difficult to find. An now
celebrating Wolfgang's 250th, I was so astonished that I rushed
to find an American Express card to own my very own complete collection; to hear over and over and enjoy. I even might just pull out the old Fox bassoon and try to play along with some of them.
I am very greatful. Thanks-a-mil!
S.R. Van Meter,II"
Well worth it
L. Heinbach | 12/21/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I am neither a musician nor do I have any real music knowledge but after hearing a divertimento on the classical music station, I went on line and took a chance with this set. I couldn't be happier. This is a collection of relaxing music or as someone described divertamento to me as Mozart elavator music. I have the discs in the car and listen to them during long trips. I also listen at times on my way to and from work or around town. It helps me to unwind. It is great background music as well as listening music."