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Classical Music for People Who Hate Classical Music
from: Compendia
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Binding: Audio CD
EAN: 0015095121226
Format: Box set
Label: Compendia
Manufacturer: Compendia
MPN: 1212
Number Of Discs: 4
Publisher: Compendia
Release Date: June 09, 1994
Studio: Compendia
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Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - This box selection is enjoyable
Cheers to those with drive to attain "real" music student status. However, I just want to listen to music passages I have found enjoyable over the years. There is no pretense of this selection being a student workbook of classical music for the serious scholar - it is just an enjoyable alternative to that shared by those offensively loud vehicles near me at the stoplight.
Rating: - Classic haters Love it
I admit I am not a huge fan of Classical music, but I have throughly enjoyed this CD. I recognize the songs, even though I have no idea of most of their titles.
Rating: - music purchase
I had this cd set years ago and lost it, It is good. I am happy with the speed it was delivered and the fact that shipping wasn't an over price.
a.f.
Rating:  - I recommend iTunes essentials for classical music "novices"
Although I can see why classical music novices wouldn't care that this CD's recordings and interpretations aren't very good, I do think that there are much better quality compilations out there that serve the same purpose and are still affordable.
As a professional-level classical musician who has many friends and family who "hate" classical music, I always suggest the iTunes "essential" collections. iTunes picks top notch recordings and a nice balance of works - some are in the "top ... Read More
Rating: - Exactly what I wanted
It's probably too much to say that this collection is for those who "hate" classical music. But I think it's safe to say that it is for people who are not serious aficionados. It provides classical tunes that most of us have heard but don't necessarily know the names of and presents them in a very palatable way. A diverse array of composers is represented and there is something here for just about anyone. Some of the songs will be familiar to you from TV commercials, movies, weddings, and all ... Read More
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