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| Best Of Corvus Corax | 
 enlarge | Artist: Corvus Corax
Label: Dancing Ferret
Category: Music
List Price: $15.98
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Avg. Customer Rating:  18 reviews
Sales Rank: 8956
Format: Enhanced
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5 x 0.4
MPN: 20425
UPC: 687132042520
EAN: 0687132042520
ASIN: B0007ZEOWI
Release Date: July 16, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Condition: Brand new, in stock. Ships by free 1st Class Mail upgrade.
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| Tracks:
| • | Neva Cengi Harbi | | • | Avanti | | • | In Taberna | | • | Suam Elle Ires | | • | Cheiron | | • | Filii Neidhardi | | • | Ballade De Mercy | | • | La Douce | | • | Palaestinalied | | • | Douce Dame Joliet | | • | Mille Anni Passi Sunt | | • | Saltarello (live) | | • | Platerspiel (live) | | • | Chou Chou Sheng (video track - live) | | • | Lasse, Grant Doucor |
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Album Description
A best-of collection from one of Europe's most popular medieval bands. 13 tracks from 1993 to the 2003, including two live tracks and a CD-ROM video track of a live performance. Period pieces with a plethora of pipes, plenty of percussion, and an abundane of attitude.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 13 more reviews...
=) Stomp Along With These Medieval Minstrels! May 22, 2006
19 out of 19 found this review helpful
About the Band:
Corvus Corax, whos name means raven, is a German medieval band formed in the late 1980s that is best known for their reliance on traditional instruments and interestingly enough appearance! Most of their songs feature extensive bagpipe and drums. Considering themselves street minstrels of old, Corvus Corax are known to make secret unannounced appearances at European music festivals such as Germany's annual Wave-Gotik-Treffen, where they have always been a fan favorite.
About the Album:
This is a best of album, and as such it really is the best way to introduce people not only to Corvus Corax, but also the medieval genre of music. Though popular in gothic and industrial music scenes in which electronic music is usually a staple, this album focuses on traditional instruments and vox. Fans of folk and medieval (think Renaissance Faire) music or general fantasy atmospheres will love this album.
Recommended Tracks:
-Avanti
-Ballade de Mercy
-Douce Dame Joliet
-Mille Anni Passi Sunt
-Filii Neidhardi
One note on the Ballade de Mercy ... though the song is "work-safe" in the United States due to language barrier issues, the old French lyrics are not only silly, but a bit risque (in an extremely good way, I assure you - I can't help but laugh and sing along).
I've bought this album twice from amazon! The first time for myself, and the second time for a friend of mine who tends to listen to 80s pop music and Spanish music. She loved this album, and normally she finds my taste in music to be too "dark". Corvus Corax are not dark, but just pure fun. I honestly think anybody who enjoys the "feel-good" that accompanies fast paced festival music will instantly fall in love with Corvus Corax.
For years they were a European secret, but within a year of performing in Pennsylvania (2005), more of their albums are starting to make their way to North America. Similarly, they are now being talked about more at clubs. This album will illustrate the growing interest in this bad. I honestly have a hard time not wanting to smile, stomp, and dance any time I hear these crazy minstrels.
Similar Artists:
-Estampie
-In Extremo
-Qntal
A Perfect Sampling of Corvus Corax June 1, 2006
19 out of 19 found this review helpful
Having followed this band's European success for more than a decade, I am thrilled that we finally have access to the music in the United States via Noir Records.
The essence: Corvus Corax are an example of the 'other side' of Medieval Music. These musicians are not concerned with courtly or noble odes to romanticized and faux Chivalry. They are bawdy, loud, and raw. Their live antics and energy surpasses most heavy metal acts without the contrivances associated with that genre.
They make their own costumes, design their own instruments, and have played with such reknown orchestras as the Berlin Philharmonic. They are not simply a "Faire" band but in fact are complex and professional musicians. Not the tired piping ballads and frame drum repetition of so many bands claiming an ancient lineage - Corvus Corax is also keenly aware of the Hellenistic and Middle Eastern influences which helped form not only European music, but also touched European culture.
This CD is a perfect way to get a broad sampling of their diverse style. You will also hear many tracks on this disc which are popular at the live shows of Corvus Corax.
Even if you are like me, and own most of their discography, I recommend this CD. It is helpful to play for folks who see my T-Shirt or hear me mention the band, and ask, "What do they sound like?"
They sound like the markets, woods and hills of a time long past. They are testimony to the complexity and importance of music, arts, and the live venue not only today but also in misty antiquity.
Wonderful and Unique... November 15, 2005
8 out of 10 found this review helpful
I was forunate to see Corvus Corax appear at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Fair, earlier this year. I really enjoyed their performance. Sometimes live music is more enchanting than listening to a CD in your car. That is NOT the case with this CD. It is absolutely captivating. I love the medieval flavor of this music. The vocals are used as an instrument in and of themselves, too. The music of Corvus Corax is timeless! It will be just a wonderful, 10 years down the line. I highly recommend it.
Great One Of A Kind Music October 20, 2005
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I live in Pennsylvania and I recently saw Corvus Corax play at the PA Ren. Fair. I was quickly in love with this bands music. I bought this cd at their show and it has quickly become one of my favorites. I love rare and uncommon music and this one sure pleased me. It amazes me how dedicated this band is and how each song sounds a bit differnt then the last. This is a great cd for anyone who likes music that is a bit differnt then everything else.
Amazing Discovery October 28, 2005
6 out of 7 found this review helpful
While this band has been around for more than 10 years, I just discovered them this past weekend when we went to see them at the PA Renaissance Faire. Thanks to my daughter (who had heard their music before), we now have a new addition to our CD collection. I liked them so much that I went on Ebay and bought as many of their older CDs as I could find. We've already listened to this CD every day this week. They were amazing to watch and really love playing. I just wish they would come back to the US more often! Until then, this CD is well worth the buy.
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