"Use these sprightly string quartets, dramatic symphonies
and dignified baroque ensembles when you need substance and authority"
Classical
FESTIVE CLASSICAL - [1] 2:13 [2] :60 [3] :30 [4] :11 - Up-Tempo: Light gaiety and a freshly refined persona characterize this concerto style of light baroque. Filled with fun and frolic.
DREAM STATE - [5] 3:16 [6] :60 [7] :30 [8] :15 - Moderate: A hypnotic piano ostinato contrasts with archingly expressive cello phrases which together create a somnolent, deeply-relaxing acoustic background.
FUGAL FURY - [9] 3:18 [10] :59 [11] :29 [12] :17 - Up-Tempo: This spirited fugue's Bach-like intensity climbs and winds. It's uplifting strings are perfect for driving, mountain climbing and the end of a challenging journey.
PIANO ALLEGRO - [13] 3:07 [14] :60 [15] :30 [16] :09 - Up-Tempo: Light and lively. A spirited dance of classical sophistication, with tasteful flourishes and bright spritely phrases.
PACHELBEL'S CANON - [17] 3:34 [18] :60 [19] :30 [20] :15 - Slow: The classic backdrop for warm, tranquil moods. This lovely tapestry of pizzicato cellos and singing violins creates a peaceful ambiance for creativity, steadiness and ease.
DRAMATIC ORCHESTRA - [21] 4:10 [22] :60 [23] :30 [24] :15 - Up-Tempo: This epic film score featuring an insistently driving instrumental motif presses forward through an incessantly throbbing dramatic struggle to an expansive and triumphant finale.
WITH DIGNITY - [25] 3:22 [26] :59 [27] :29 [28] :14 - Slow: This solemn French overture is serious in tone and grippingly intense. It's dignified enough for funeral scenes, important turning points and the crowning of royalty.
PLAYFUL - [29] 3:26 [30] :60 [31] :30 [32] :06 - Fast: Pizzicato violins lightly quicken this buoyant, tongue-in-cheek trifle. A spritely classical rondo charmed with wit.
BAROQUE GUITAR - [33] 3:13 [34] :60 [35] :30 [36] :15 - Moderate: Graceful, elegant and precise, this performance makes a moving, yet refined musical statement. Calm and soothing; lovely and lilting.
CLASSICAL STRING QUARTET - [37] 3:52 [38] :60 [39] :30 [40] :10 - Up-Tempo: Elegance and refinement mark this authentically-composed sonata-allegro. It's music filled with cheerful and energetic charm, performed with excellence by the pros.
CLASSICAL VOICES - [41] 3:02 [42] :60 [43] :30 [44] :16 [45] :07 - Up-Tempo: Creating a unique atmosphere, this vocal fugue evokes a dignified, yet slightly festive ambience as beautifully smooth lines alternate with staccato passages.
LIGHT BAROQUE - [46] 3:49 [47] :60 [48] :30 [49] :07 - Up-Tempo: Refinement and attention to detail are hallmarks of this graceful and elegant style of classical music. Complete with tasteful violins and authentic harpsichord. (from the October '92 CD)
