--- product_id: 53692084 title: "Barcelona [Special Edition]" price: "12325 Ft" currency: HUF in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.hu/products/53692084-barcelona-special-edition store_origin: HU region: Hungary --- # Barcelona [Special Edition] **Price:** 12325 Ft **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Barcelona [Special Edition] - **How much does it cost?** 12325 Ft with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hu](https://www.desertcart.hu/products/53692084-barcelona-special-edition) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description 25 years after the original release of the lead single, Queen singer Freddie Mercury’s album recorded in collaboration with Spanish operatic soprano Montserrat Caballé, Barcelona, has been given a special re-release in an entirely newly orchestrated re-working. Review: Super cd - A great cd by a great performer. Excellent Review: A miracle sensation - SUMMARY - a re-recording of the 1988 album keeping the original vocals but replacing the previous musical track with an orchestral arrangement remaining 80% true to the original but with extra flourishes. Also contains an instrumental version of the re-recorded album, a CD of out takes (all of which are found on the large 2000 Freddie box set) and a DVD of songs whose original soundtracks have been replaced with the versions found in the album. REVIEW - a real refresh of the much-loved, cult album fusing pop, rock, gospel, classical, oriental and piano music. Is this what the album would have been if Freddie had had the time or the inclination to write for an 80-piece orchestra? We will never know but, for me, this is not necessarily an improvement on a much cherished collection of songs but I loved every minute of the reinterpretation of it. Songs like Ensueno and Guide Me Home have not been much altered with, but the title track, La Japonaise (the true treat of the original album), The Fallen Priest and The Golden Boy have been given a brand new drama and urgency. The version of Exercises In Free Love is not to be missed. The outtakes are interesting but you'll probably only listen to them once out of curiosity. The videos are as good as ever - I love Montserrat chasing Freddie around the stage on The Golden Boy. The new edit of the Barcelona video features many rushes not seen before. The instrumentals album is punchy but obviously let down by no Fred or Monty (as you'd expect!) As a life long Freddie fan, I loved it. RECOMMENDED FOR - those who love the 1988 version NOT YET RECOMMENDED FOR - those unfamiliar with the work. Buy and fall in love with the ground breaking original and hear Freddie's version first. When you know it word for word, buy this version and get ready to have your breath taken away ... again PS 10 out of 10 for desertcart pre-ordering. Arrived on the day of release. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B008IZYW3U | | Best Sellers Rank | 79,187 in CDs & Vinyl ( See Top 100 in CDs & Vinyl ) 9,613 in Pop Rock | | Customer reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,236) | | Is discontinued by manufacturer | No | | Label | Island | | Manufacturer | Island | | Manufacturer reference | 602537114061 | | Number of discs | 1 | | Product Dimensions | 14 x 12.29 x 0.99 cm; 96.1 g | ## Images ![Barcelona [Special Edition] - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71vDF+8JcpL.jpg) ![Barcelona [Special Edition] - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71GM+-Vn34L.jpg) ![Barcelona [Special Edition] - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41Lu7kQ0txL.jpg) ![Barcelona [Special Edition] - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/513BDYt5+RL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Super cd *by R***I on 13 January 2026* A great cd by a great performer. Excellent ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A miracle sensation *by M***N on 3 September 2012* SUMMARY - a re-recording of the 1988 album keeping the original vocals but replacing the previous musical track with an orchestral arrangement remaining 80% true to the original but with extra flourishes. Also contains an instrumental version of the re-recorded album, a CD of out takes (all of which are found on the large 2000 Freddie box set) and a DVD of songs whose original soundtracks have been replaced with the versions found in the album. REVIEW - a real refresh of the much-loved, cult album fusing pop, rock, gospel, classical, oriental and piano music. Is this what the album would have been if Freddie had had the time or the inclination to write for an 80-piece orchestra? We will never know but, for me, this is not necessarily an improvement on a much cherished collection of songs but I loved every minute of the reinterpretation of it. Songs like Ensueno and Guide Me Home have not been much altered with, but the title track, La Japonaise (the true treat of the original album), The Fallen Priest and The Golden Boy have been given a brand new drama and urgency. The version of Exercises In Free Love is not to be missed. The outtakes are interesting but you'll probably only listen to them once out of curiosity. The videos are as good as ever - I love Montserrat chasing Freddie around the stage on The Golden Boy. The new edit of the Barcelona video features many rushes not seen before. The instrumentals album is punchy but obviously let down by no Fred or Monty (as you'd expect!) As a life long Freddie fan, I loved it. RECOMMENDED FOR - those who love the 1988 version NOT YET RECOMMENDED FOR - those unfamiliar with the work. Buy and fall in love with the ground breaking original and hear Freddie's version first. When you know it word for word, buy this version and get ready to have your breath taken away ... again PS 10 out of 10 for Amazon pre-ordering. Arrived on the day of release. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Crown Jewel *by M***D on 4 September 2012* I have always loved this album. I was terribly excited when I found out about the nature of this project, having wondered for a while why no re master of the original was forth coming. When it turned up on my doorstep on the day of release (thankyou Amazon) I couldn't wait to hear the results. I had already listened to the preview on youtube, however that really didn't prepare me for the difference between the original album and this beautifully packaged jewel. The difference the fully orchestrated music has made is tremendous. By this I don't mean that the changes are always dramatically different to the old, though on occasion they are,but its the quality of depth they add to the songs that elevate this recording to a different level. Whilst much of the music was always very beautiful, the orchestration enriches the music and I think invites us to treat it more seriously. It is more "classical" in its nature now. It also emphasizes or reveals more the beauty of the music. Take for example the orchestrated Exercises in Free Love. Before this I hadn't realised just how lovely the music actually is. Or Guide me back.This has always been one of my personal favourites. The music is gorgeous, the lyrics heartbreaking. The new orchestrations add considerable depth and drama to this song and indeed throughout the album. I just love it. The only quibble I have is that it would have been nice to have a re mastered version of the original album with the deluxe package. If you have always loved this album then you will not be disappointed. If you are coming to it new, then you are in for a considerable delight. For me it really is the peak of Freddie's post 70's writing and recording. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hu/products/53692084-barcelona-special-edition](https://www.desertcart.hu/products/53692084-barcelona-special-edition) --- *Product available on Desertcart Hungary* *Store origin: HU* *Last updated: 2026-05-01*