Recreation

New Titles November 2011 (arrived in October) Audio and Video

CDs

Blues

The original Gangster of love, 1953-1959, Johnny "Guitar" Watson
Tough woman : the early recordings, 1955-1960, Etta James

Classical

Daniel Barenboim plays Chopin : the Warsaw recital, Chopin
"There are, of course, things to admire: the almost Brahmsian shaping of the Op 49 Fantasia, which is revealed again as one of Chopin's most remarkable formal structures; the crystalline beauty of the line spun through both the Berceuse and the Barcarolle; the inwardness of the D flat major Nocturne, carefully nuanced yet crisply defined." (Guardian)
Harmonies du soir, Franz Liszt
Featuring pianist Nelson Freire. "Freire is a master of the Romantic repertoire - partly by dint of experience and maturity, which lend his pianism a grace and temperament that is always finely judged, not least in the opulent rhetoric of the Ballade No 2. But he also demonstrates a range of tone-colour and warmth of feeling that are essential to Liszt" (Financial Times)
String quartets op.18/3, op.18/5 & op.135, Beethoven
Featuring the Artemis Quartet. In these exciting Beethoven performances the Artemis demonstrates an admirable rapport blending remarkable technical prowess with near flawless intonation. I cannot speak highly enough of these outstanding accounts." (MusicWeb Aug 2011)
Symphony no. 2 : Karelia suite, Sibelius
Featuring the NZSO under conductor Pietari Inkanen, recorded at the Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington, in 2008 and 2010.
ASM35 : Anne-Sophie Mutter : the complete musician : highlights., Anne-Sophie Mutter
A special 2CD set released to mark Anne-Sophie Mutter's 35-year-long association with Deutsche Grammophon. Arranged chronologically, the compilation's sequence offers a comprehensive look at Mutter's Deutsche Grammophon career from her Mozart debut in 1978 to her Brahms Sonatas in 2010, with all of her musical partners.

Country

Pint of blood, Jolie Holland & the Grand
Critically acclaimed songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jolie Holland draws on her wide range of influences to create an inspired, distinctive and beautifully cohesive ten-song collection.
Songs and stories, Guy Clark.
An evening of music and insight from the renowned troubadour that spans Clark's forty years of rough-and-tumble yet earnest storytelling.
Jeff Bridges., Jeff Bridges
The movie 'Crazy Heart' was the starting point for the actor/musician's self-titled album, produced by T Bone Burnett, with contributions from Ryan Bingham, John Goodwin, Rosanne Cash, Sam Phillips and Benji Hughes.
Better day, Dolly Parton

Easy Listening

I'll be home : the singles As & Bs, 1953-1960, Pat Boone
The great hit sounds of Dean Martin : that's amore baby, Dean Martin
Leaders of the '60s folk revolution, KingstonTrio.
Miss Versatility, Teresa Brewer.
The hits and more--, Peggy Lee..
Two's company.
Duets from artists such as Frank Sinatra & Doris Day, Nat King Cole & Dean Martin and Rosemary Clooney & Jose Ferrer.
While we're young, Tony Bennett.
A fitting portrait of one of the most popular and enduring vocalists of all time, and includes all key tracks between 1950 and 1956 fronting the bands of Percy Faith, Ray Conniff and Count Basie.
The great hit sounds: I like your kind of love, Andy Williams

Instrumental

Free, David Garrett.
Includes everything from Bizet and Paganaini to Metallica and Ennio Morricone.

Jazz

Let's fall in love, Louis Armstrong
Sing a song of & along with Basie, Lambert, Hendricks & Ross
Swinging Miller thrillers : "live", 1939-1942, Glenn Miller & his orchestra
The great hit sounds of Sarah Vaughan : it's magic, Sarah Vaughan
Together at last, a perfect combination : the complete sessions 1958/59, Tony Bennett
Jazz ladies.
Including Dinah Washington, Ella Fitzgerald,, Rosemary Clooney and Patti Page.
"Happy Holiday", Billie Holiday.

New Age

Soaring bird : songs for the New World Order, Steve Lockie
Radiance, Jaya Lakshmi.
Essentials & rarities, Jean Michel Jarre.

Popular

Don't dream of anybody but me, Bobby Darin
Live in France, Rodrigo y Gabriela
Dynamic Mexican guitar duo.
Rabbits on the run, Vanessa Carlton
Rhythm & black : the platinum
Featuring James Brown, Al Green, Aaron Neville, Barry White, Earth, Wind & Fire, Pointer Sisters, Rose Royce, Otis Redding, Percy Sledge, Aretha Franklin, Luther Vandross, Sade, Bill Withers and many more.
The rock and the tide, Joshua Radin
Sees Radin embracing a new range of often upbeat songs with richer, more dynamic productions.
Waiata : Maori showbands, balladeers & pop stars
Featuring Howard Morrison, Billy T. James, Maori Troubadors, Ricky May, Sonny Day, Lisa Nuku & The Quin Tikis, John Rowles, Frankie Stevens, Eddie Low, Bunny Walters, Billy T.K., Dalvanius, Prince Tui Teka, Dean Waretini and more.
What matters most : Barbra Streisand sings the lyrics of Alan and Marilyn Bergman, Barbra Streisand
Some of the most notable hits the Bergman's have written for Barbra are "The Way We Were", "What Are You Doing The Rest Of Your Life", "You Don't Bring Me Flowers", and "How Do You Keep The Music Playing".
Little stranger, Annah Mac.
NZ singer/songwriter, Annah Mac presents her debut album.
Just me, Brian McKnight.
Few performers are as versatile as singer, composer and producer Brian McKnight.
Here I am, Kelly Rowland.
Five-time Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter/ actress/dancer, Kelly Rowland turns up the heat with this collection of powerhouse pop hits, club-ready anthems, and smooth R&B-dosed jams.

Rock

And the guilty party, Roger Glover
Black and white America, Lenny Kravitz
For his ninth album, Lenny Kravitz offers lots of funk, but hasn't turned his back on rock.
Blue songs, Hercules and Love Affair
In the mountain in the cloud, Portugal. The Man
This album captures a truly distinctive band evolving in real time, revealing their singular sonic vision in its purest and most powerful form thus
Lonely blue boy, 1957-1959, Conway Twitty
Maybe tomorrow : the Billy Fury story, 1958-60, Billy Fury
Mirror ball : Live and more, Def Leppard
Their first ever live album over two CDs.
Sky full of holes, Fountains of Wayne
Recorded in New York City, 'Sky Full of Holes' features 13 new songs by Chris Collingwood and Adam Schlesinger, ranging from high-energy power pop to intimate, acoustic-driven ballads.
The blackbird diaries, Dave Stewart
All new material from Dave, including a co-write with Bob Dylan as well as duets with Stevie Nicks, Martina McBride, Colbie Caillat and features The Secret Sisters.
The rock 'n' roll years, 1955-58, Louis Jordan
Louis Jordan was one of the most influential R&B artist of the 20th Century. This collection brings together his greatest recordings of the
The view is worth the climb, Tim Finn
The album was recorded at Roundhead Studios in Auckland with Grammy Award winning, US Producer/Mixer Jacquire King (Kings of Leon, Tom Waits, Norah Jones and Modest Mouse) and is one of Finn's most satisfying projects to date.
Back pages, America.
One of the most beloved groups in the history of pop pay tribute to their favourite songs and songwriters.
Ghosts of the past, Eskimo Joe.
Eskimo Joe present their highly anticipated fifth studio album, 'Ghosts of the Past' -- the follow up to their platinum selling 2009 album 'Inshalla'.
Hands all over, Maroon 5.
Their third studio album is a killer hybrid of rock, pop & funk, that showcases the band's considerable strengths: buoyant, unforgettable melodies, sleek, stylish grooves, charged lyrics.
Hi infidelity, REO Speedwagon.
How I go, Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band.
Kenny and his band have delivered a refreshing and inspiring take on guitar-driven rock n' roll. 'How I Go' offers a blues infused collection of music and more.
In waves, Trivium.
Trivium let the music do the talking this time around. Rather than simply modifying their sound, they expanded it with elegant sonic textures and crushingly calculated
Legendary weapons, Wu-Tang Clan.
Mockingbird time, the Jayhawks.
The first Jayhawks album with the original lineup since 1995's 'Tomorrow the Green Grass', they're once again pushing the envelope in songs and performances of rarefied dynamism and grace.
More fun, Panther and the Zoo.
Capturing full energy of their live show and expanded line-up.
Strictly dance. 2011.
A non-stop DJ mix of hot dance remixes of current radio tracks, big mainstream dance and club tunes all mixed to perfection to get your party started just right.
Welcome reality, Nero.
Rockabilly pioneer., Johnny Burnette
Tha Carter. IV, Lil Wayne.
The ninth studio album from American rapper Lil' Wayne includes collaborations with many big name artists, including Rick Ross, Swizz Beatz, Drake and Pitbull.
Playin' up a storm, Jimmy Page.
Tiger belly, Tourettes.
The rapping poet laureate of broken hearts.
Ugly buildings, whores & politicians : greatest, Drive-By Truckers
After many years of building their profile worldwide, from New West Records comes the first ever "Best of" collection from critically acclaimed band, Drive-By Truckers.

World

Red Hot + Rio 2., Red Hot Organization.
Gold, Paco de Lucia.
Shiraz Sonbol., Sonbol Táefi

DVDs

Comedy

Miranda, Miranda Hart
The TV comedy with Miranda Hart and Patricia Hodge.

Film

Bliss : the beginning of Katherine Mansfield, Directed and written by Fiona Samuel
The early years of KM with Kate Elliott, Peter Elliott, Tandi Wright, Anthony Starr and Sarah Peirse.
Footloose, Directed by Herbert Ross
The original with Kevin Bacon and Lori Singer.
From time to time, Directed by Julian Fellowes
Adaptation of "The children of Green Knowe" by L.M. Boston with Maggie Smith, Hugh Bonneville, Pauline Collins and Timothy Spall.
Heartbreaker, Directed by Pascal Chaumeil
Romantic comedy - huge hit in France - with Roamin Duris and Vanessa Paradis.
Jackboots on Whitehall, Written and directed by Edward and Rory McHenry
Animated film that is a satirical alternative history of World War II where the Nazis seize London and England must band together to prevent a full on invasion.
Limitless, Directed by Neil Burger
With Robert De Niro, Bradley Cooper and Abbie Cornish.
Lorna's silence, a film by Jean-Pierre & Luc Dardenne
Made in Dagenham, Directed by Nigel Cole
Boxoffice hit with Sally Hawkins, Miranda Richardson and Bob Hoskins.
The miracle of Berlin, Director: Roland Suso Richter
German film with Veronica Ferres.
Rabbit hole, Directed by John Cameron Mitchell
Adaptation of the prize winning stage play. Featuring Nicole Kidman and Aadon Eckhart.
Source code, Directed by Duncan Jones
The sci-fi sensation from the son of David Bowie.
Tangiwai : a love story, Directed by Charlie Haskell
Recently seen on TV1 drama with Ryan O'Kane, Rose McIver and Miranda Harcourt.
The next three days, Directed by Paul Haggis
With Russell Crowe, Lima Neeson and Brian Dennehy.
The reef, Directed by Andrew Traucki
Story of a yacht stranded on the Great Barrier Reef.
The way back, Directed by Peter Weir
World War II story with Jim Sturgess, Saoirse Ronan and Colin Farrell.
Vantage point, Directed by Pete Travis
Thriller with Dennis Quaid, Sigourney Weaver, Matthew Fox and William Hurt.
Billy, Directed by Peter Burger
Adaptation of the Matt Elliott biography with Tainui Tukiwaho as Billy T. James.
The grocer's son, Directed by Eric Guirado
Amiable French comedy set in attractive rural settings.
The page turner, Directed by Denis Dercourt
French film about revenge in the music world.

Music

Live at the Paramount, Nirvana

Non-Fiction

A good man, Directed by Safina Uberoi.
Story of an Australian farmer, his quadriplegic wife and their brothel.
L'amour fou, Un film de Pierre Thorreton
About fashion designers Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Berge.
Let it ride : the Craig Kelly story, Directed by Jacques Russo
Metallica front man James Hetfield narrates this documentary about late snowboarder Craig Kelly.
The best of Country calendar. 2010
Victoria's empire, Victoria Wood
Victoria Wood travels through the British Empire.
Indian hill railways, Narrated by Bernard Hill
Canal walks, Julia Bradbury
Best of New Zealand on a plate.
Featuring Paul Mercurio, Philip Kraal, Martin Bosley, Geoff Scott and others.
Outrageous fortune revealed : the story behind New Zealand's most successful drama series
Warren Miller's Higher ground., Warren Miller
102 minutes that changed America.
The World Trade centre and 2001.

TV

Doctor Who. The sun makers.
Tom Baker as Doctor Who.
Jam & Jerusalem : the complete series
Poirot. Taken at the flood, Agatha Christie
Poirot tale with David Suchet, Tim Piggot-Smith and Celia Imrie.
The little house, Directed by Jamie Payne
Adaptation of a Philippa Gregory novel with Francesca Annis and Rupert Evans.
Doctor Who. Frontios.
Peter Davison as Doctor Who.

Talking Books

Adventure

Deliver us from evil, David Baldacci.
Deadlock, Sean Black.
Coward's kiss, Lawrence Block.
For my country's freedom [electronic resource (Playaway)], Alexander Kent.
The informationist, Taylor Stevens.

Fantasy

The demon awakens. Part 3, R.A. Salvatore.
Warbreaker. Part 2, Brandon Sanderson.
Warbreaker. Part 3, Brandon Sanderson.

Fiction

One day in May [electronic resource (Playaway)], Catherine Alliott.
The question, Jane Asher.
Behind the scenes at the museum [electronic resource (Playaway)], Kate Atkinson.
Oryx and Crake [electronic resource (Playaway)], Margaret Atwood.
The song house [electronic resource (Playaway)], Trezza Azzopardi.
The map of true places, Brunonia Barry.
Sisterhood everlasting, Ann Brashares.
Hotel du Lac, Anita Brookner.
Separate beds, Elizabeth Buchan.
The one that got away [electronic resource (Playaway)], Lucy Dawson.
Captain Corelli's mandolin [electronic resource (Playaway)], Louis De Bernieres.
Notwithstanding, Louis De Bernieres.
The collector, John Fowles
Left neglected, Lisa Genova.
Brighton rock [electronic resource (Playaway)], Graham Greene.
The London train, Tessa Hadley.
The Beacon, Susan Hill.
After Julius, Elizabeth Jane Howard.
How green was my valley, Richard Llewellyn.
Atonement [electronic resource (Playaway)], Ian McEwan.
Confinement, Katharine McMahon.
The secret intensity of everyday life, William Nicholson.
Men I've loved before [electronic resource (Playaway)], Adele Parks.
I think I love you, Allison Pearson.
A cup of friendship, Deborah Rodriguez.
The white woman on the green bicycle, Monique Roffey.
William Walker's first year of marriage, Matt Rudd.
Village teacher, Jack Sheffield.
The debutante [electronic resource (Playaway)], Kathleen Tessaro.
Our tragic universe [electronic resource (Playaway)], Scarlett Thomas.
The tapestry of love [electronic resource (Playaway)], Rosy Thornton.
The warden [electronic resource (Playaway)], Anthony Trollope.
Breathing lessons, Anne Tyler.
Carry on, Jeeves [electronic resource (Playaway)], P.G. Wodehouse.
The book thief, Markus Zusak.

Historical

The people's queen, Vanora Bennett.
Frenchman's Creek [electronic resource (Playaway)], Daphne du Maurier.
Hannibal : enemy of Rome, Ben Kane.
The legion, Simon Scarrow.

Mystery

The sacred stone, the Medieval Murderers.
From Barcelona, with love, Elizabeth Adler.
From Barcelona, with love [electronic resource (Playaway)], Elizabeth Adler.
Now you see me, S.J. Bolton.
The weed that strings the hangman's bag [electronic resource (Playaway)] : a Flavia De Luce mystery, Alan Bradley.
Bones under the beach hut, written and read by Simon Brett.
The glass rainbow, James Lee Burke.
Live wire, Harlan Coben.
Wicked appetite, Janet Evanovich.
Deadly reunion, Geraldine Evans.
Blackwork [electronic resource (Playaway)], Monica Ferris.
A question of guilt, Frances Fyfield.
Live to tell, Lisa Gardner.
Past caring [electronic resource (Playaway)], Robert Goddard.
Crawlspace [electronic resource (Playaway)], Sarah Graves.
Secrets to the grave, Tami Hoag.
A question of belief, Donna Leon.
Classic in the barn, Amy Myers.
Devil bones, Kathy Reichs.
You belong to me, Karen Rose.
Cut adrift, Chris Simms.
Deception in the Cotswolds, Rebecca Tope.
Gallowglass, Barbara Vine.

Non-fiction

Sex life, Pamela Stephenson-Connolly.
Old age and how to survive it, Edward Enfield.
More blood, more sweat and another cup of tea, Tom Reynolds.
The murder of the century : the Gilded Age crime that scandalized a city and sparked the tabloid wars, Paul Collins.
Out of the woods but not over the hill, written and read by Gervase Phinn.
The garden of the gods, Gerald Durrell.
Bats sing, mice giggle, Karen Shanor & Jagmeet Kanwal.
Twelve babies on a bike, Dot May Dunn.
Hamlet, William Shakespeare.
Macbeth, William Shakespeare.
The merchant of Venice, William Shakespeare.
Hay fever, Noel Coward.
How to predict the weather with a cup of coffee, Matthew Cole.
The cherry orchard, Anton Chekov.
Pole to pole [electronic resource (Playaway)], Michael Palin.
The royal Stuarts [electronic resource (Playaway)] : a history of the family that shaped Britain, Allan Massie.
New Europe [electronic resource (Playaway)], Michael Palin.
Alistair Cooke : reporting America, Alistair Cooke

Saga

Only time will tell, Jeffrey Archer.
To have and to hold, Anne Bennett.
Family life in the glen, Joan Christie.
Hearts of gold, Catrin Collier.
The well of dreams, Alexandra Connor.
Fighting dirty, June Hampson.
Ambitious love, Rosie Harris.
The woman he loved before, Dorothy Koomson.
No turning back, Susan Lewis.
Katherine's marriage, D.E. Stevenson.

Science Fiction

Star wars, fate of the Jedi. Conviction, Aaron Allston.
Star wars. Heir to the Empire, Timothy Zahn.