The London Symphony Orchestra - Symphonic Rock: British Invasion, Vol. 2

great CD

this is a very addicting CD. Most of the renditions are actually better than the originals, or so I heathenishly believe. "Since You've Been Gone," "A Whiter Shade of Pale," "Hey Jude," and "I'm Not in Love" are performed extremely well.

If you like instrumental/orchestral music, but not the classical stuff which arouses academic images, you'll probably like this CD. On this CD, LSO is as powerful as orchestras should be, and are wonderfully personal for listeners without "ears" for classical music. December 7, 2002

Great Orchestral Work.

First, I must say that I am a diehard rock fan. I do enjoy classical work, but never thought that the two form could be combined well enough(e.g. S&M by Metallica). But what the LOS does with some of the greatest rock songs ever is just beautiful. A Whiter Shade of Pale and Paint it Black are done up to and possibly surpassing the original. I would highly recommend this cd if you enjoy rock music and are open to the idea of "classical" music. At least you can say your cultured and listen to the symphony to potential girl friends :) February 10, 2002

upbeat, great sounds

This is a really uplifting, wonderful cd!
If you like the songs listed and enjoy LSO's type of renditions you will not be disappointed. I have also heard the Aqua Lung LSO recording and its also great. December 17, 2001

Not as good as the first

I didn't like this album as much as volume 1. I think some of the fire is gone. However it does have some limited apeall. I liked the version of "Pictures of Lilly". February 23, 2001

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