John Proffitt <[log in to unmask]> wrote: >The "Guide" is targeted at classical music neophytes. It is most >specifically called a guide to the "Basic Record Library". It is produced >by and in conjunction with the NPR network classical music program >Performance Today, which is the ONLY such program produced and distributed >7 days a week, 365 days a year by a national network. Commentator Ted >Libbey, who is primarily responsible for the Guide, has been a respected >writer in the field of recorded classical music for many years. Well said, I used to have a copy of the book and I found it to be a good beginners guide to the standard repetoire. Also, I don't think that I can disagree with any of the recommendations he gives for recordings. However, I heard an interview with Libbey where he said that he wouldn't touch anything on the Chandos label with a ten foot pole. I would hope that he has revised his opinion since then. I have many fine recordings on Chandos and I think that Chandos may have other labels beat when it comes to sound. Steve M. (Northern Virginia)