Hi Rod.
Well, looking at the classical list it's really a very good start for 
when they were pressed. The thing is that classical has made some great 
recordings since then, and some of these recordings will not be what you 
would expect. But yes, it looks like a good starting point. I would have 
probably added a lot more to it like Beethoven's 9th (unless I missed 
it), and many choral works Like Gounod.
Cheers
Shai
בתאריך 27/02/13 8:54 PM, ציטוט rod smear:
> So, would these vinyl recordings be worthwhile for someone like 
> myself, who has absolutely no knowledge of classical music? I really 
> want to start listening to classical works and begin an appreciation 
> for this type of music. It seemed like the FM volumes would be a good 
> start for me, but, I just don't know enough about the recording 
> details, i.e. are these original recordings or re-recordings, etc. I 
> love the idea of collecting each volume, in order, and learning about 
> the recordings and the compositions, and enjoying great music. Life is 
> so short and I want to hear everything worthwhile. I know there are 
> many on this list who can help me with my quest. The "collector" part 
> of me gets excited when I have records/titles to obtain, like a 
> "check-list" of sorts. I get to save the $$ to buy the records, then 
> the anticipation and excitement of opening the records, and then 
> listening, and enjoying and learning, and then looking forward to 
> what's next. So, all opinions are very welcome. Thanks so much.
>
> Rod Smear

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