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this is one of Zappas last projects, and one of his finest efforts. The material presented here is mostly familiar music, rearranged for large orchestra. The Ensemble Modern employs many of Europes most accomplished musicians, although nothing here is handled in a conventional manner. The most striking thing you notice is the sheer scope of musical styles that Zappa can competently delve into, and make it sound seamless. The fine liner notes booklet describes in detail how challenging this music is to rehearse and perform, even for musicians of this caliber. Zappa excels here as conductor and realizer. For the adventurous fan of his serious music. Highly recommended electdrums
This is a great collection of Frank Zappa's work as a "serious" composer. If you look at the tracks you'll of course notice some titles from mothers albums (Dog Breath, etc). This is a great disc, but the only problem I have is that some tracks drag, but some are amazing (hey, even Beethoven had some stinkers). What this disc contains is some great chamber music by Frank Zappa, nothing more, nothing less, and nothing short of genius.
Exceptional final work from the conductor FZ. It was heart breaking watch the clips from the recent Zappa documentary, but this music is must have for any hardcore Zappa fan. It will both challenge and please your ears. The production is brilliant as well.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
I bought this as a gift to another Zappa fan. She has talked so much about this record, but had to let it go in a divorce some years ago. She haven't got it yet, but the records are great!! Looking forward to give it to her.
brilliant music, brilliant playing.Clever funny witty mad bananas contempory music at its very best
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