A couple of years ago I found a CD of Roger Daltry's concert at Canegie Hall, featuring the Juliard Orchestra. Before you get in a snit over how bad The Who must sound with french horn, bassoon and kettle drum, think about it. In actuality, many of the songs written by The Who are among some of the most lyrically and tunefully satisfying compositions of the 20th Century. Okay, this may be overboard, but as a listener and a musician, this album kindled in me an appreciation for that group, exposing a gap in my listening experience that is nearly embarrassing to mention. The arrangements were developed my Michael Kamen, and his direction is brisk, sure, and strong. Play this one up, LOUD.
