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"A contrapuntal tour de force, and one of the pinnacles in the history of the variation genre. Composed 'to refresh the spirits of music-lovers', it is a constantly fascinating and deeply enriching evocation of an entire musical universe. This arrangement with two ten-string guitars is a transcription of the original text including later corrections and additional musical indications made by the composer. The additional bass strings of these instruments...
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Debussy's recently discovered Première suite gives a rare insight into the mind of a young composer on the cusp of innovation. It is a work filled with romantic and Eastern influences, and glimpses of the unexpected harmonies that came to define Debussy's output. Pairing the suite with works by some of the composers who influenced the young Debussy, including Édouard Lalo's Cello concerto performed by Edgar Moreau, François-Xavier Roth's programme...
7) Flatliners
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An ambitious, charismatic medical student persuades two classmates to take part in an experiment to determine if there is life after death.
13) L'inhumaine
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Claire Lescot draws important men to her like moths to a flame. At her luxurious parties, she basks in the amorous attentions of her many admirers while always remaining aloof. When it appears she is the reason for a young devotee's suicide, however, her fans desert her.
16) The piano guys
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The first full length, studio album from the YouTube sensation the Piano Guys. Their mix of classical music with film scores, rock hits, and pop favorites paired with their creative videos resonate with audiences across generations.
17) Spartacus
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A powerful and moving work, Spartacus is set amidst an uprising of slaves in ancient Rome. The dramatic effects of this action are played out by those chiefly concerned: Spartacus, leader of the revolt; his wife Flavia and Crassus, commander.
18) The nutcracker
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The timeless and enchanting interpretation has been in The Royal Ballet₂s repertory for over thirty years. Presented in a festive period setting. Vivid designs and spellbinding stage effects which include authentic Christmas tree decorations that magically come to life, and Tchaikovsky₂s sumptuous, iconic score combine to create the quintessential Christmas ballet, an opulent treat for the senses for audiences of all ages.
A production of the...
19) Safety last!
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Criterion collection volume 662
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The comic genius of silent star Harold Lloyd is eternal. He plays a small-town bumpkin trying to make it in the big city, who finds employment as a lowly department-store clerk. He comes up with a wild publicity stunt to draw attention to the store, resulting in an incredible feat of derring-do on his part that gets him started on the climb to success.