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Devil's Dance | 
 enlarge | Creators: John Williams, John Morris, Edvard Grieg, Camille Saint-Saens, Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Johannes Brahms, Felix Mendelssohn, Antonio Bazzini, William Bolcom, Pablo de Sarasate
Label: Deutsche Grammophon
Category: Music
List Price: $16.98
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Rating:  16 reviews
Sales Rank: 48103
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5 x 0.5
UPC: 028946348321
EAN: 0028946348321
ASIN: B00004XRY7
Release Date: September 12, 2000
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| Tracks:
| • | The Witches Of Eastwick: Devil's Dance | | • | Young Frankenstein: A Transylvanian Lullaby | | • | Puck | | • | Danse Macabre | | • | Caprice Fantastique | | • | Walpurgisnacht | | • | Hexenlied | | • | La Ronde Des Lutins | | • | Graceful Ghost | | • | Concert Fantasy On Gounod's Faust | | • | Caprice No. 13 | | • | Sonata In G Minor 'Devil's Trill' | | • | Solo Sonata No. 2: Obsession |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Amazon.com
Though it's haunted by goblins, ghosts, and monsters, it is hard to find anything very satanic in much of this music, except its fiendishly difficult pyrotechnics. Its sole purpose is to display Gil Shaham's devilishly dazzling virtuosity, glorious tone, elegance, humor, and bewitching charm. The only substantial piece is Tartini's "Devil's Trill Sonata," in Kreisler's edition complete with his long, diabolically strenuous cadenza; Shaham plays it very beautifully, with genuine, moving expressiveness. Elsewhere, his tongue is never far from his cheek, whether he is tossing off Bazzini's "Rondo de Lutins" perfectly at top speed, or having fun with the fireworks of Korngold's "Caprice fantastique," Sarasate's "Faust Fantasie," Grieg's "Puck" arranged by Joseph Achron, Paganini's Caprice No. 13, with a piano part by Robert Schumann, and Saint-Saëns' "Dance macabre," in which the pianist doubles for a whole orchestra. There are also transcriptions of passionately romantic pieces by Brahms and Mendelssohn, and excursions into different styles: William Bolcom's "Graceful Ghost" rag; "Transylvanian Lullaby" from John Morris's soundtrack for "Young Frankenstein" transcribed by Shaham's pianist, Jonathan Feldman; and the title piece, "Devil's Dance" arranged by John Williams from his soundtrack for "The Witches of Eastwick." You can safely invite this devil of a violinist into your home--he is excellent company. --Edith Eisler
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 Shaham Possessed? February 20, 2001
Trevor Gillespie (San Jose, California United States)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
People speculated that Paganini sold his soul to the devil to play the way he did. Upon hearing this recording, those same superstitious people might wonder if this is Paganini reincarnated and renamed Gil Shaham. This is a true fireworks show for Gil Shaham, where he shows why he's one of the greatest living violinists in the music world today. His beautiful tone, easy virtuoisty (or so it sounds) and achingly beautiful lyricism are all abundantly evident in this somewhat late celebration of Halloween. Aptly titled, this CD showcases many short pieces for violin and piano that are tests of violinists and treats to listeners. It's a great disc with great melodies and impeccable playing. On this disc, the devil has thrown a dance and he has Gil Shaham playing. Are you attending?
... the best music ever recorded! May 7, 2002
10 out of 12 found this review helpful
Sometimes I forget to breathe-this CD is so mind-blowing! This is the type of CD that you can't help but wave your hands around pretending to conduct the song!........ Ok.... Deep breathes.......o-o...I have to calm down! Now this CD features not just the best musicians but the best composers. They are John Williams (simply the best), Camille Saint-Saens (who composed one of the most famous "spooky" songs: Danse macabre!) ,and John Morris, you know.... Composed the music for YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, the funniest movie EVER! And guess what the theme song is on the CD!.. The charming yet spooky.........'Young Frankenstein': A Transylvania Lullaby. Hexenlied, one of my favorites, is by MR. Felix Mendelssohn (no he's not Felix the cat!)..........So...many....good.....songs....so.....Little--t-t-time. OK. It's time to wrap things up.....BUY THIS CD, YOU WON'T REGRET IT! :)
Perfect for Halloween.....and Any Time After October 25, 2000
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Gil Shaham proves he is one of the best violinists of today. This recording is sheer perfection.....he shows flawless technique and artistry on all the pieces. The music is very "festive" for the Halloween season. It is a highly recommended recording. Everyone who listens will thoroughly enjoy it. And don't listen to what the c.d. cover says scan to 26 seconds before track 1 to hear a frightful surprise!! This is an extremly entertaing c.d. and is a joy to listen to.
Mephistopheles in making December 8, 2001
alan goh (singapore)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Shaham woos and wins the hearts of many again with yet another successful display of his talents and potentials as one of the leading violinists in the world. Witty, mischievious, funny are just some of the words i can think of to describe his playing. Not only high on entertainment value, the sheer wizardry of his mastery style of playing is enough to keep my ears glued to my headphones for that 70 mins of music.
Interesting repertoire from Tartini to John Williams and especially the seldom heard "concert fantasy on gounod's faust" by Sarasate - a good alternative to the much often played and recorded carmen fantasy.
A definite must-have for fans of Shaham or violin music or those who just want to experience the sheer thrill and excitement of a good hour's worth of music!
Gil - A Musician for ALL Instumentalists February 6, 2001
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Passion, Intensity and Virtuosity....This artist is new to me because I'm from the world of "horn-blowers", (clarinet). Having just taken up violin at the old age of 44, I heard a bit of this on the radio and had to call immediately to find out WHO this artist was. This will not dissapoint ANYONE, musician or listener. I'm sending one to my Dad, a trumpet player...imagine that! Gil Shaham doesn't just "play" his instrument....he demands - and GETS the most from incredible response from his Strad.....the perfect partner for his incredible talent.
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