This is a series that overlays beautiful video footage of classic European venues with popular works of classical music, completely without narrative. It is a far more entertaining, eloquent, and soothing way to immerse oneself in the joy of good music than by just watching an orchestra play.
From the back cover, "Naxos Laserdisc Classics invite you on a journey into sound, in which the visual perfectly complements the musical. You will discover a powerful link between landscapes and the rhythms articulated through those great composers who were inspired by them. Nowhere, perhaps, is this relationship more strongly realized in the castles, museums, churches, and cathedrals of Europe, each commemorating traditions of musical patronage and worship which have shaped civilization throughout the ages". This series is essentially identical to the Classical Visual Music series issued by Lumivision, except that some discs in that series were never released.
Reference #31.110044 is shown prominently on the cover, the disc label and as part of the Mint Mark, but the obi shows '3.110044-J', probably indicating 'Japan.' However, there is no Japanese writing on the cover or the disc label. Also, the Reference number is shown as 'NX 3.110044' on the Naxos promotional insert.
Music List:
- Symphony No. 38 in D Major, K. 504 'Prague'
- Symphony No. 30 in D Major, K. 202
- Symphony No. 32 in G Major, K. 318
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