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I bought it because of the pre-release hype of how long it took
a Telarc engineer to get an actual perfect "dry-storm" recorded
digitally. Two versions of the movement "Thunder Storm" are on the
disc....one with the digitally recorded storm, one without.
As usual, Kunzel and the Cincy Pops Orch did their homework and
play the pieces with strength, when necessary and with subtlety
when it's called for. They have my vote as the "Pops" orchestra
of the future. The Porgy and Bess music is solid Gershwin, and is
recommended for Post-Modern classical lovers.
As per the label warning, be careful of the speakers during the
first thunder roll - it's not jolting, but the sheer power of the
rolling force could blow alot of woofers. It's done so nicely, that
it really doesn't interfere with the piece, but really enhances
the orchestral impersonations of the storm. I've only heard bits
of "Round Up," so can't really compare the two - but with Telarc,
one can rarely go wrong.
The Cruiser
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