I wasn't aware that there were alternative(delated) parts to that opus. I didn't have a deprived childhood in that my Mom made sure we saw every Disney film that came out when I was a kid in the 60's. Dad made sure we saw most of the great westerns; especially the John Wayne films.
I haven't watched Fantasia in a few years now so I'm not sure which ending I would prefer if I had to settle for one - I watched both endings at youtube. Both are wonderful pieces and the music of both are treasured old favorites. I remember that the Sorcerer's Apprentice section with MM made a great impression on me and most likely was a major influence in my lifelong love of the music of the Masters.
Here's one for you.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mmsx4...eature=related
I discovered Clara Rockmore years ago and was instantly captivated by her theremin music. No surprise there since I was already a fan of electronic music - Wendy (Walter) Carlos and the great Isao Tomita.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oz3wNCT4JAc,
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZPY7...eature=related
My tastes in music pretty much cover the whole spectrum - which results in me having over 5 thousand record albums and at least 500 CDs. My biggest collection of one group would be The Ventures - 82 albums there. I'll bet they are still played on the California radio stations.
I can't even begin to imagine the void there would be in my life if there was no music.