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This title includes a book and 4 CDs. Beethoven is one of the most famous composers. Today, he is acclaimed as the apotheosis of Viennese Classicism and trailblazer of Romanticism, and the influence of his works on musical history cannot be overestimated. However, who was the person and what were the stories behind the genius «Beethoven»? The music journalist Detmar Huchting sheds a light on the composer's exciting, not always easy life. Anecdotes, excerpts from letters, numerous pictures and four Music CDs with Beethoven's most famous and beautiful works performed by renowned orchestras and first-rank interpreters make this volume an entertaining delight to read and listen to.

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This pack contains a book and 4 CDs. Giuseppe Pino presents portraits of all the great names from the international jazz scene since the 1960s. It features pictures, which look like random snapshots at concerts mixed with cleverly arranged artist pictures accompanied by music of the jazz greats portrayed.

This pack contains a book and 4 CDs. The new earBOOK series Masterpieces offers an ideal package that gives the reader a compact, comprehensible, and entertaining overview of the painting and the music of each century. This brand new concept is unique: Each book presents and comments on the most important paintings of the respective century in chronological order.

This pack contains a book and 4 CDs. The new earBOOK series Masterpieces offers an ideal package that gives the reader a compact, comprehensible, and entertaining overview of the painting and the music of each century. This brand new concept is unique: Each book presents and comments on the most important paintings of the respective century in chronological order.

This pack contains a book and 3 CDs. The book contains 3 cds 1 with real Porsche sounds, 1 with classic music and 1 with heavy music.

The book: The Montreux Jazz Festival is one of the most important events in Europe and the second largest jazz festival in the world. The list of the artist, reads like the Who is who of the international music scene from the Jazz,Rock, and Popbereich. «Montreux Jazz Festival Portraits» presented with unique,exclusive photographs of the internationally renowned photographers Jaques Straesslé many famous artists of the music festival. Music: Two exclusive DVDs with over 40 years of many of the featured artists rounds of the portraits. There are, inter alia. Gary Moore, James Brown, Nina Simone, Candy Dulfer, Johnny Cash, Eric Clapton, Deep Purple, Joe Cocker, SuzanneVega, Santana, Run DMC and Jamiroquai.Mit unique Design and exclusive photographs presents a hundred Portraits of the most outstanding artists of the international music scene from the Jazz, Rock, and Pop-area. Two DVDs with over 40 stunning Live performances from Montreux, the most important musical event of Europe round up the Portrait. There are Gary Moore, James Brown, Nina Simone, Candy Dulfer, Johnny Cash, Eric Clapton, Deep Purple, Joe Cocker, Suzanne Vega, Santana, Run DMC, Jamiroquai, and many more.

This title includes a book and 4 CDs. This text is in English, Italian and German. The Cinquecento, one of the most popular cars of all time, has recently been re-launched as a new model which met with instant — and fully deserved — success. A touching journey through all the models of this classic car between 1957 and today, this book creates a link between the past and the present. The history of the Cinquecento is also part of Italian history, reflecting a dream millions of people shared over many years. This edition include 4 wonderful CDs with unforgettable summer and «beach» songs, contemporary pop and rock music and hits from great Italian films, in which the «little one» from the Fiat family so frequently plays a role. And last, but not least: Vivaldi's «Four Seasons», the ideal companion for a car that is considered a classic vehicle 'for all seasons'.

The Vintage & Classic Style Guide is a collection of 190 “unique cult objects, which have outlived their time and made history”. It combines a beautifully design book package with a perfect balance of design classic and dual-language English and German background descriptions. Not too wordy, not just gloss with no background.

American Beauties is a photographic homage to the legends of the road. And a musical declaration of love for a lifestyle which since the 1950s has been synonymous with shiny chrome beauties. Climb aboard for a fascinating journey with the icons of the road. The pictures are comlimented by unforgettable oldies like: Little Richard „Lucille“, Percy Sledge (Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The Bay“; The Drifters „Save The Last Dance For Me“, Ben E. King “Stand By Me”, Pat Boone “Love Letters In The Sand” or The Crystals “He’s A Rebel.

Blues.Its melodies were created as an expression of profound sorrow and melancholy in the scorching heat of the cotton plantations. Its power encouraged the people and gave them support. «Black and Blues» is an homage to this moving musical genre. Unique photographs of famous blues musicians taken by Giuseppe Pino celebrate a grand emotion. Music CDs: A collection of recordings which impressively surveys the many facets of the roots of Blues.

Carmen – as the title figure of the opera of the same name, she has become a legend. Her name is synonymous with the passionate Spanish woman, love and jealousy, Seville and ultimately with flamenco. Heading away from the beaten tourist track, photographers Tina Deininger and Gerhard Jaugstetter have gone in search of the Carmen myth and have captured the authentic flamenco style in dramatic pictures. Vibrant flamenco guitars, Spanish orchestral works and a selection from Bizet’s, “Carmen”. The main theme is performed by Jennifer Larmore under the direction of Giuseppe Sinopoli.

The Salsa cult phenomenon is booming. Salsa is the description for different dance rhythms from the Caribbean islands, however, no matter what style you are dancing: Salsa is emotion and pure joie de vivre. This illustrated book, which reflects the soul of Salsa in extraordinary motifs, allows you to dip into the world of the Caribbean lifestyle. No other than Dean Rudland, archivist at famous New York Salsa label Fania Records, has compiled the music. The four CDs “Roots of Salsa”, “Salsa for Dancers”, “Salsa Romantica” and “Salsa Greats” include songs from the Salsa scene's biggest stars: Tito Rodriguez, Lebron Brothers, Johnny and Willie Colon, Hector Lavoe and many more. No other than Dean Rudland, archivist at famous New York Salsa label Fania Records, has compiled the music. The four CDs “Roots of Salsa”, “Salsa for Dancers”, “Salsa Romantica” and “Salsa Greats” include songs from the Salsa scene's biggest stars: Tito Rodriguez, Lebron Brothers, Johnny and Willie Colon, Hector Lavoe and many more.

A Day in London shows lifestyle, sightseeing, and shopping in Europe's trendiest metropolis. The Royal Guard, Piccadilly Circus, Notting Hill, Greenwich, and Primrose Hill are just a few stations of the book. Nothing can be missed in this lively city, and in the evening, people meet for a fantastic dinner in the best restaurants and then start the night tour from there, before the day ends with many impressions. Music CDs: Four CDs that impressively capture the sounds of London, including every single musical style.

A Day in New York: lifestyle, fashion and sightseeing — a day in pictures and music in this fascinating city. The trip starts at 6:00 in the morning in Midtown and covers all of Manhattan. The tour includes shopping a la Sex and the City, sightseeing in Soho and Greenwich Village, a stroll through Central Park and Harlem, as well as visits to museums, restaurants, and night clubs — a day full of impressions that ends where it started in Midtown at night. Music CDs: Typical tracks from New York labels and artists are assembled here to create a compilation that is as colorful as the city itself. The spirit of the metropolis is reflected in jazz, swing, soul, pop, hip-hop and gospel, as well as in recordings by musicians who perform in New York's streets and subway stations.

This title features a book and 4 CDs. The text is available in English, German and Italian. A day in Rome means spending a whole day shopping, sightseeing and getting accustomed to the lifestyle in the Italian metropolis. Nowhere else do culture and lifestyle match as much as in Rome. From the Vatican to the Coliseum, from the Spanish Stairs to the showrooms and shops of the best designers. Contemplate craft industry and modernity. Have an espresso on the wonderful piazzas at sunset, enjoy a good meal in the evening, and then pleasantly end the day by celebrating with the Romans. The CDs present the atmosphere of the city, from modern to classical, from rock and pop to soul and dance.

The majestic contours of the famous mansions of the late Italian Renaissance rise above the serene Venetian hillscape. They represent the wealth of powerful Venetians in the past. A Venetian Concert celebrates an era of undying beauty and the diversity of these creative monuments with fascinating images by acclaimed architectural photographers Paolo Marton, Florian Monheim, and many others. Music CDs: Four CDs span the divide between brash, worldly songs and the art of the madrigal, and sensitive chamber music by Lorenzo Ghielmi, the Ensemble del Riccio, and the Orlando di Lasso Ensemble.

It is not surprising that many people sing this city's praises. The Catalan capital gives new impulses to its visitors with unrivaled ease in the form of beauty and pleasure. The photographs in this coffee-table book have been inspired by the vitality of the city where life moves effortlessly between tradition and modernity. Music CDs: Joyful alternative pop and catchy progressive rock as well as romantic Canciones Traditionales and the wide scale of music from jazz to flamenco capture the variety of Barcelona's music scene.

Thirty years after her death, Maria Callas is still one of the great divas of the opera. The soprano singer — unique in her self-dramatisation, expression and musicality — is remembered for her brilliant performances on opera stages around the world. Her breakthrough came in Verona in 1947 but it was La Scala in Milan where she celebrated her greatest triumphs. Her love affair with Aristotle Onassis made headlines the world over. This earBOOK shows the life of the great singer, her childhood and her big stage success. It also offers an intimate glimpse at her private life.

This title presents a book and 4 CDs. The photographs are by Terry George. During Carnival, Rio de Janeiro shuts down and throws itself into the world's most famous party in honour of unbridled hedonism and the rhythm of Samba. If you can't experience the legendary parade in Rio's Sambadrome or want to refresh memories of the excessive party memories of the excessive party atmosphere, this is the book for you. Wonderful sensuous photography, paired with pure samba, allows you to be a part of the Brazilian lust for life and takes you away to one of the hottest shows on earth. The CDs depict the grand diversity of samba from Rio, featuring stars such as Dudu Tuicci.

A fascinating journey through the life of Ernesto Che Guevara, the revolutionary of the 20th century par excellence. Photos and documents are accompanied by 4 CDs compiled to illustrate the most important phases in his life: the set of one CD with Tango Argentina, another with Cuban folk music, a third one with a wonderful musical journey narrating the time he spent in Africa, up to his tragic end in Bolivia is completed with a CD containing international workers’ and battle songs.

The book: Emerged from the chants of the slaves in the Southern States, blues became one of the most important elements of popular music genres like jazz, rock’n’roll and soul. The earBOOK „Deep South – The Story of the Blues“ tells the story of this moving music genre from its beginnings until today. The author illuminates the most significant forms of blues, its most influential artists and connections to other musical styles. Structured in four chapters with compact information as well as fascinating images, and four related music CDs, „Deep South – The Story of the Blues“ is an entertaining and informative overview of the development of this musical genre. The music: Featuring Lead Belly, Son House, John Lee Hooker, Muddy Waters, Chuck Berry, Bessie Smith, Meade Lux Lewis and John Mayal.

The earBOOK «Elvis — The Early Years» is a collaboration with the Elvis Presley Estate (Graceland) and presents an exclusive selection of Wertheimers photographs of Elvis from 1956 -- 1958. The book, accompanied by 3 Music CDs, contains 53 Elvis songs from that time. First recordng sessions at the RCA-Studios, a breakthrough for rock and roll identification figure, chart success, acting career — these were the years 1954 — 1959 and undoubtedly the most important time for the King of Rock'n'Roll. During this time Elvis was often accompanied by the famous photographer Alfred Wertheimer, who had unrestricted access to the King's life. The images are extraordinary — inartificial, spontaneous, and in the meanwhile as famous as artist and photographer himself.

Fado – no other portrayal of the Portugese soul captures it as vividly as these wistful songs of heartbreak, unrequited love, and parting. Before this Portuguese elegy became socially acceptable at the end of the 19th century, it could only be heard in Lisbon’s dark portside bars. Authentic photographs by Luís Pavão capture the mood of the sensual songs and melodies presented here. A musical selection from classic to modern Fado. Fado from Lisbon, Coimbra including instrumentals and a CD with the Queen of Fado, Amália Rodriguez.