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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)
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