June 13, 2008
“…[The Snark Ensemble has] done such a phenomenal job”
“I can’t rave about them enough. It was a daring and unconventional approach to silent film scoring.”
“The music is a partner to the images.”
“What’s particularly impressive is that each film has its own distinct music, rather than the same recycled tunes.”
David Kalat, All Day Entertainment
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Special mention must be made of the newly created musical accompaniment for the silent features. Composed and performed by The Snark Ensemble, which also takes on several guest soloists for these gigs, the scores are varied, always appropriate, and extremely well played and recorded.
Gordon Thomas, Bright Lights Film Journal
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…very good overall. [The Snark Ensemble’s] sound is rather unique in that they employ some instruments (at various times) that you wouldn’t expect to hear such as an accordion. The scores did match the action on screen and did a good job of keeping the films lively and entertaining. A nice set of music that does a good job matching the tone of these movies.
John Sinnott, Silent DVD / DVD Talk
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“…invaluable collection.”
Richard Corliss, TIME MAGAZINE
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“Now comes this wondrous collection from Facets. No silent movie aficionado should miss it….”
“This truly lovable collection restores the little man to his rightful weirdo place.”
Mike Wilmington, The Daily Page
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…as one who also enjoys it when someone takes a chance, goes out on that proverbial limb, and succeeds …I have to say that the Snark takes a chance, but finds themselves in tune with Langdon’s wonderful off-timing… and …Andrew Simpson sounds like he has the potential to be another grand new find as a silent film accompanist.
Richard M. Roberts, Slapsticon
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