Traditional Maori [Import]

Product Description
New Zealand - Traditional Maori Chants AND SONGS. E2.

Traditional Maori,Various Artists,Mci,World Beat Collections,World Music

Average customer rating: as many stars as there are in the heavens Simply Sublime! Just heard them on Classic FM

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Tracks:

1. Songbird
2. Lakmhe Flower Duet
3. Salve Regina (Based on Pachelbel's Canon)
4. Steal Away
5. Windmills of Your Mind
6. Tales of Hoffmann/Barcarolle
7. Silent Night
8. Hosanna (Based on the Intermezzo from 'Cavalleria Rusticana')
9. Ave Verum Corpus (Based on the 'Brideshead Revisited' Theme)
10. Angels
11. Ave Marie
12. Pokarekare Ana
13. Agnus Dei

Album Details

Following a Nationwide Search to Find the Finest Female Teenage Voices, Meet all Angels - the World's First Classical Girl-group. Inspired by the Success and Musical Vision of Recent Classical Crossover Acts, and Hayley Westenra in Particular, all Angels - Charlotte, Daisy, Melanie and Laura - Present a Compelling Collection of Classical Favourites and Modern Easy-classics, Performed in Perfect Vocal Harmony. Featuring Tracks Such as "Angels" (Robbie Williams), "Songbird", "The Flower Due"t, "Pachelbel's Canon", "Silent Night", "Ave Verum Corpus" (To the Brideshead Revisited Theme), "Barber's Adagio" and "Windmills of Your Mind", this is Music of Sublime Beauty which Packs a Particularly Powerful Emotional Punch.

Customer Reviews:

as many stars as there are in the heavens.......2007-03-04

If you are even considering buying this CD, do so - you will love it! The beauty of this music, and their voices, is beyond explanation; you must experience it. The choice of songs was wonderful for their talent. This CD is absolutely some of the most lovely music ever recorded.

Simply Sublime!.......2006-12-13

OK, this really IS pure, fresh, angelic singing that gives you that "tingle factor"! (I know, it's hard to find that, but this did it for me!)

Simply gorgeous singers, crunchy arrangements, top-notch instrumentalists, fresh sound, well-crafted engineering and production. It's hard not to gush with positive adjectives!

I like the mixture of mainly classical favorites with a few pop, folk and spiritual songs thrown in. I'm a classically trained singer/composer/musician who also loves pop and rock, so I appreciate good quality music of many genres, especially those that integrate different influeces, like this does.

When you play this CD, you will find it hard to do anything but listen in awe - it makes your skin tingle, your soul awaken, your breath deepen! It's better than a shot of...well...you can fill in the blank!

I know all these songs are "popular" classics, so maybe some music snobs won't like the "mainstream"-ness of this. But on the other hand, those who aren't "into" classical music would actually like this (I challenge ANYONE not to like this CD!)

It was fun (and a nice surprise) to hear an arrangement of the British pop artist, Robbie Williams' song, "Angels" on the CD! This was one of Robbie William's big hits that made it across to the USA (I think)...

And what an orgasmic arrangment of "Windmills of your mind" - I love the subtle accordion in this, just tugging further on the heart strings! Wow.

I've heard many different arrangements of the classical songs, "The Flower Duet", Pachelbel's "Canon in D", "Barcarolle", "Cavellera Rusticana", "Ave Verum", "Ave Maria", and Barber's "Agnus Dei", but these really are fresh sounding and stirringly performed. Enough to make even the seasoned classical musican sit up and take notice. And entrancing enough to hook the new-comer to classical music.

I've started playing this CD to my young kids - what a fantastic introduction to classical music for them. (Watch out, it will make them distinguish good quality from cheap imitations!)

Infact, I'm so impressed with this CD, I am now going to buy several copies of it to give to my musician and non-musician friends for Christmas... I'm pretty sure they will all get as much joy from this as I have.

This would also be wonderful for wedding music, or any special occasion. (As well as just lovely for relaxing to at home). Very powerful.

Just heard them on Classic FM.......2006-12-03

It's Saturday here in Chicago. I just heard these girls being interviewed on Classic FM.

They sound like great girls, each already more than a little accomplished. Interspersed in the interview were at least four complete tracks from the CD. Unbelievable sounds, harmonies and individual solo passages. Angelic is a perfect description.

I'm here today to buy it for myself.

Average customer rating: Pure beauty WHAT A GIFT! Incredible voice - Incredible CD The Best Charlotte is NO match...

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Tracks:

1. Across the Universe of Time
2. Never Say Goodbye
3. Beat of Your Heart
4. Pokarekare Ana
5. Who Painted the Moon Black?
6. River of Dreams
7. Benedictus
8. Hine E Hine
9. Dark Waltz
10. Amazing Grace
11. My Heart and I
12. In Trutina
13. Heaven
14. Wuthering Heights
15. Pokarekare Ana [*] - Russell Watson, Hayley Westenra

Tracks:

1. Silent Night [*]
2. Away in a Manger [*]
3. Mary Did You Know? [*]
4. Mummers' Dance [*]

Album Description

A major artist in her native New Zealand, with a performance portfolio that includes the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra & Russell Watson. Hayley's voice so inspired New Zealand opera diva Dame Malvina Major she offered to tutor her. The first edition of this album was one of the fastest selling records in the classical genre of all time, surpassing even Charlotte Church! This limited edition includes one bonus track on disc one, 'Pokareare Ana' (duet with Russell Watson), & a bonus four track Christmas CD featuring, 'Away In A Manger', 'The Mummers' Dance', 'Mary Did You Know?', & 'Silent Night'. 19 tracks in all. Decca. 2003.

Album Details

Limited Edition Version of the Debut Album from New Zealand Singer Hayley Westenra Comes with a Bonus Disc featuring Four Christmas Songs, Including a Version of the Loreena Mckennitt Song "The Mummer's Dance". Also Includes "my Heart and I" which Does Not Appear on the USA Version.

Customer Reviews:

Pure beauty.......2005-09-06

Ever since Charlotte Church turned into a tabloids' darling and a wannabe pop star, there's been a gap opened for a young, sweet-faced soprano. The best bet on filling it seems to be Hayley Westenra, a young singer/dancer from New Zealand.

The result: "Pure," an album that is reminiscent of early Sarah Brightman, back when she did folk songs and showtunes. Westenra sticks close to her classical sound with songs like the delicate "In Trutina" and the traditional New Zealand song "Pokarekare Ana," which is rendered with the backing of a a rather muddled male chorus and some swelling strings.

However, Westenra doesn't neglect more modern songs, and she does well in classical pop as well as straightforward classical. The big difference seems to be a bit of synth and a delicate guitar melody, in songs like the charming "Beat of Your Heart" and dreamy "Why Painted the Moon Black?" It's a smooth, thoroughly sweet crossover effect.

Westenra also eschews the usual round of classical-pop songs, like "Nella Fantasia." I love that song, but it's been done so many times. Instead, she opts for Maori lullabies, Vivaldi ballads, the neglected "Mummer's Dance" and the orchestral cathedral grandeur of "Benedictus." She even covers Kate Bush's "Wuthering Heights," adding a modern feel to the finale.

That is not to say that every choice is an excellent one. "Wuthering Heights" has Westenra trying to sound more Bush-ian, while "Amazing Grace" is too simple vocally. Aside from those, her choices of song are excellent -- rich, uplifting and beautiful, and backed by a wide range of orchestral musicians, especially the strings.

There is also an accompanying EP, in which Westenra covers four Christmas ballads, and does them all justice. Her vocals are well suited to the dignified lyrics of songs like "The Mummer's Dance" and "Silent Night," although a bit less for the still-lovely "Mary Did You Know" and "Away in a Manger."

Her vocals themselves are not operatic, but they are strong, clear and sweet, without pretensions or dramatic flourishes. The effect is stunning, more given to magic and sweetness than to keeping to classical standards. Since this was recorded when Westenra was only sixteen, one wonders how good she'll be in ten years.

Despite comparisons to Charlotte Church, Hayley Westenra is more like Sarah Brightman -- a sweet-voiced singer, straddling the fence between classical and pop. An enchanting experience.

WHAT A GIFT!.......2004-12-20

I RECEIVED THESE 2 CDS AS A GIFT AND I LISTEN TO THEM FREQUENTLY. HER PERFORMANCE WITH RUSSELL WATSON (ON DVD)ON HIS TOUR IS WONDERFUL. I CAN'T WAIT FOR A NEW ALBUM. WOULD LIKE TO GET HER NEW SONG, BRIDAL BALLAD, FROM THE SOUNDTRACK OF THE MERCHANT OF VENICE

Incredible voice - Incredible CD.......2004-04-29

I recently saw Hayley on TV and had to immediately buy this CD. Her voice is so clear and pure, and her songs are filled with lyrical emotion.

It is an absolutely incredible CD that any music lover should have in their collection. My favorite song is Wuthering Heights.

The Best.......2004-04-27

Her album is the best, voice of an angel.......you can totally relakes to her music.

Charlotte is NO match..........2003-12-15

Hayley is just phenomenal. There is no doubt that she surpasses every other female artist in her genre. This CD is astonishing. My two favorite songs are "Heaven" and "Wuthering Heights". The first Hayley Westenra song I ever heard was "Heaven". It would not be the last. Her voice is like that of an angel. She has a smooth, serene sound, and she has an incredible range. If you want a more classical sound, you want her. It's not that gaudy stuff that people generally think of. This stuff has a beat... and it's not pumping with bass. If you're a fan of Sarah Brightman, Josh Groban, Charlotte Church, or Mario Frangoulis... try Hayley Westenra, you won't regret it. I just can't wait 'til she comes to the states... that'll be a good day. She has a few Italian songs, but she's not heavy on the foreign stuff like some of the other artists of Opera / Classical. She's got a wonderful voice for a little girl... I'm a huge fan, Hayley! You roped me in, in about 2 minutes time!

Average customer rating: absolutely magnificent Carreras at his best! Wonderful!! Absoltuely Stunning!

Around the World Manufacturer: Elektra / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Ramirez, Ariel | ( R ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Vocal & Song | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Renaissance (c.1450-1600) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music General | Folk | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Folk Songs | Songs & Lieder | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Musicals | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music General | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music General | Easy Listening | Pop | Styles | Music General | Vocal Pop | Pop | Styles | Music ASIN: B000059ZHY Release Date: 2001-10-02

Tracks:

1. Hymne a l'Amour
2. Paraules d'amor
3. Quando Sento che mi ami
4. Alfonsina y el mar
5. Kawa no nagare no yoni
6. Vurria
7. Kumbaya My Lord
8. Manha de Carnaval
9. Nosotros
10. A la luz de una luna azul
11. Hine e hine
12. Wind of Change
13. With Love
14. Volver
15. Island in the Sun
16. Sorrow of the Red Beans
17. Greensleeves
18. Senza Ritorno (Jezeli)

Customer Reviews:

absolutely magnificent.......2003-12-17

This CD is a collection of songs from all over the world! What I am going to say is that it even contains a Chinese song which is originated from one of the four famous ancient novels in China--Dream of the Red Mansion. Amazingly,Jose Carreras pronouces those Chinese characters very well.
It's an awesome CD for JC fans AROUND THE WORLD~~

Carreras at his best!.......2001-10-16

The golden voice still got its old magic. A marvellous collection of songs that suit that world-famous tenor voice like tailored up for it. José Carreras sings these popular classics with the velvet sound he is so famous for. I'm sure this album will win the maestro a lot of new fans!

Wonderful!!.......2001-10-09

This CD is wonderful. I think it's his best recording in several years. Carreras' facility with so many languages is remarkable and this album showcases that ability in every way. There's no opera, but a variety of pieces sung with the passion and nuances we've come to expect from him. All of it is in the voice range in which he still has the beautiful timbre and tone that have kept him so successful for so many years. When you listen to Wind of Change, one realizes that he probably could have been a "pop" star if he'd gone that direction instead of opera.

Absoltuely Stunning!.......2001-10-04

In Jose's so called "Autumn" of his carreer he has never failed to amaze me. Around The World features several different types of songs that convey Jose's fondness of the world in which we all live. This is evident in songs like "Wind Of Change" featuring a duet with Klaus Meine (from The Scorpions), "Kawa No Nagare No Yoni" from Japan, "Vurria" from Italy, & "Hine E Hine" from New Zealand. You are not going to hear Jose belt out high c's on this one. What you are going to hear is Jose sing, with his golden velvet voice, evergreens of love and passion. In my opinion Jose sounds every bit as fresh and in command with his voice as he did in the late 80's and early 90's. This is a must for all who love Jose and enjoy great singing from the soul.

Average customer rating: The Farewell CD

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Tracks:

1. Tarakihi
2. Porgi Amor
3. Soave Sia Il Vento
4. Morgen
5. Habanera - Helen Medlyn
6. Flower Song - Simon O'Neill
7. Merce Diletti Amiche - Malvina Major
8. Depuis Le Jour
9. Dome Epais, le Jasmin
10. Vissi D'Arte - Malvina Major
11. Nessun Dorma - Simon O'Neill
12. Un Bel Di Vedremo - Malvina Major
13. Chi Il Bel Sogno Di Doretta
14. Che Soave Zefiretto
15. Io Son L'Umile Ancella
16. O Soave Fanciulla
17. Make Your Garden Grow - Simon O'Neill
18. Champagne Chorus
19. May It Be
20. Hine E Hine

Customer Reviews:

The Farewell CD.......2006-02-21

This is probably Dame Kiri's last major release CD, and if it isn't it should be. As demonstrated on this CD her voice is now tired and unemotive. Her radiant tone is now wobbily and unsteady, and she sounds over-miked and uninvolved. It was wise that she had the back-up of several other singers, younger and in more vocal prime, on her programme.

Dame Kiri has announced her retirement from staged opera (www.kiritekanawa.org). Like all great singers before her, there does come a time when ones powers are waning and you must stop. I think this CD is sad, a reminder of what things once were but are no longer.

Average customer rating: Not a Lullaby at All! Not for babies, but certainly for singers! Caveat emptor Ultimate Lullaby Album Is there a dispute?

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Tracks:

1. Cradle Song
2. Summertime (Porgy And Bess)
3. Beautiful Dreamer
4. Pinnochio: When You Wish Upon a Star
5. Greensleeves: What Child Is This
6. I Dream of Jeanie
7. Shenandoah
8. Ave Maria
9. Maria's Lullaby
10. Sleep My Little Prince, Sleep
11. Hansel And Gretel: I Am The Little Sandman
12. Hansel And Gretel: Children's Prayer
13. Ave Maria
14. Lullaby
15. O Danny Boy
16. Madame Butterfly: Humming Chorus
17. Hine E Hine: Maori Lullaby
18. Songs of Auvergne: Brezairola
19. Songs My Mother Taught Me
20. Bist Du Bei Mir (When Thou Art Near)
21. Sea Slumber Song

Product Description

Excellent condiion, no scratches, includes the original CD, case, and paperwork, First Class shipped, ask me for my CD List or more Titles! :D

Customer Reviews:

Not a Lullaby at All!.......2003-09-10

I can't give this CD anything but a 2. It was certainly NOT the Ultimate Lullaby. And although the music is beautiful I would not put my baby to sleep with this. I'm not a fan of opera and perhaps if I listen a bit more that may change. Our daughter listens to music every night. It is so hard to buy music sometimes and I went out on a limb with this one. I really wish it had stated that there were vocals - I much prefer the music without.

Not for babies, but certainly for singers!.......2003-08-08

I bought this cd on a whim, and I got way more than I bargained for! I'm an opera singer and I absolutely love the assortment of gorgeous ballads - lots of classics and old favorites. I agree this might not be the best music to lull and infant to sleep, but it's a great way to build your child's appreciation for operatic vocals. I highly recommend this cd singers - specifically sopranos. It's a diamond in the rough.

Caveat emptor.......2002-10-21

I'm in violent agreement with the other reviewers who remarked that this CD is not for the purpose of lulling baby to sleep, in spite of its misleading title. A1-opera-grade sopranos and mezzos sing most of the selections and their vocal dynamics range from pianissimo to a house-shaking fortissimo. The only track where baby might catch a bit of shut-eye is Puccini's "Humming Chorus" from "Madama Butterfly."

Try "Celtic Lullaby" if you're looking for a truly sleep-inducing CD.

"The Ultimate Lullaby Album" contains a wonderful assortment of Marilyn Horne and Leontyne Price solos, which is all to the good if you're not trying to snooze. My two favorites are the Bach-Gounod "Ave Maria" sung by Price (I don't think there is a more perfect rendition), and Bach's "Bist Du bei Mir" sung by Horne in her rich, smooth, chocolate-y prime.

Unfortunately another grand voice is not at its prime in "When You Wish upon a Star." I'd guess Dame Joan was near the end of her stellar (sorry) career when she recorded this Disney song. Her vibrato stretches as wide as Dumbo's behind.

Another rather odd selection is the only instrumental arrangement on this CD: "O Danny Boy" as rendered by the English Chamber Orchestra, with a trombone as the lugubrious solo instrument. It's long enough and trite enough to be used as the soundtrack for that tacky sequel to "Gone with the Wind."

"The Ultimate Lullaby Album" is definitely not for baby's room. If you want your kid to grow up listening to "Londonderry Air," get Kiri Te Kawana's version. It'll prickle up the hair on the back of your neck if you can find it. I can't. I wore out my original tape and have fruitlessly searched the Internet for a new copy. If anyone out there in Amazon land has a recording of Dame Kiri singing folksongs of the British Isles, please consider selling it to me.

Ultimate Lullaby Album.......2002-06-01

The music is superb. Although it would not be used to put the baby to sleep, it is a wonderful choice for one-to-one relaxing time with baby.
An excellent addition to the new baby's music collection. I listened to it with my class in school before giving it to my brand new grandson. I now give it as a gift to all newborns.

Is there a dispute?.......2002-01-12

3 music fans gave different ratings. 2 said it's diappointing, the other said they were ridiculous. I bought and listened to this CD. I feel great about my purchase. These are good music, and there should not be a dispute. If one is disappointed because of the opera voice, blame it on Decca's label "Ultimate Lullaby". The music deserves my 5-satr rating.

Average customer rating: Singing from the heart: The Choir of Hard Knocks

Choir of Hard Knocks Manufacturer: ABC ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Noels | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Vocal Pop | Pop | Styles | Music General Christmas | Holiday | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music Classical | Imports | Stores | Music General Christmas | Holiday Music | Special Features | Music ASIN: B000RNUFUU Release Date: 2007-01-01

Tracks:

1. Inanay
2. Hallelujah
3. Love Is in the Air
4. Put a Little Love in Your Heart
5. Amazing Grace
6. Silent Night
7. Somebody to Love
8. Jimmy Barnes - Speech
9. Flame Trees
10. Angel
11. Why We Sing
12. Little Things Mean a Lot
13. Not Pretty Enough
14. Happy Together
15. Freedom Train
16. Shout

Customer Reviews:

Singing from the heart: The Choir of Hard Knocks.......2007-06-30

The Choir of Hard Knocks is a group of homeless and disadvantaged people in Australia who have been singing together since September 2006.

Their voices (both collectively and individually) are simply awesome and this album is a tribute to them. The founding director of the choir is Jonathon Welch, and Jimmy Barnes has been a great supporter.

Some of the tracks (in particular 'Hallelujah' and 'Amazing Grace') are inspiring.

Recommended to all who believe in the power of song. The royalties from the sale of this CD keep the choir singing!

Jennifer Cameron-Smith

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Budapest Gypsy Orchestra Manufacturer: Ode Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Ballets | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Brahms | Brahms, Johannes | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Khachaturian | Khachaturian, Aram | ( K ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Liszt | Liszt, Franz | ( L ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Ballets & Dances | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Violin | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Gypsy | Eastern Europe | Europe | International | Styles | Music General | Vocal Pop | Pop | Styles | Music ASIN: B000003XMZ Release Date: 1994-08-08

Tracks:

1. Hungarian Rhapsody No. 15
2. Song of Colonel Hadik
3. Traditional Song
4. Pokare Kare Ana
5. In Memory of Bihari
6. Sabre Dance
7. Czardas
8. Six Hungarian Dances
9. Fly My Swallow

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Traditional Maori Various Artists Manufacturer: Mci ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Compilations | International | Styles | Music International | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Maori Songs of New Zealand Kahurangi Maori ASIN: B00004SYAR Release Date: 2003-12-30

Tracks:

1. Ka Mate Ka Mate
2. Whakatongo Ki Te Reo
3. Pokarekare
4. Te Rangipoi Tenei
5. Poi E
6. Apirana Ngata
7. E Re E Hika E
8. Haikare Mo Ana
9. E Pa Ra
10. Tangihia
11. E Ihoa
12. Mimi Mai
13. Po Atarau
14. Karanga Turaganui
15. Utaina
16. Whakaria Mai
17. Maranga Mai
18. To Aroha
19. Tama Ngakau Marie
20. Haere Mai Te Manuhiri E
21. Ma Wai E Hari Karangatia Ra

Album Description

New Zealand - Traditional Maori Chants AND SONGS. E2.

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Cornet Cantabile Manufacturer: Cornet Cantabile ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Beethoven | Beethoven, Ludwig van | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Chopin | Chopin, Frédéric | ( C ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Gershwin | Gershwin, George | ( G ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Gounod | Gounod, Charles | ( G ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Schubert | Schubert, Franz | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Sullivan | Sullivan, Arthur | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Nocturnes | Short Forms | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Sonatas | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Vocal & Song | Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Trumpet | Brass | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Violin | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music General | Folk | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Folk Songs | Songs & Lieder | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music ASIN: B00004GOZ6 Release Date: 2000-01-25

Average customer rating: Great Sound

The New Zealand National Youth Choir 'On Tour' North America 1993 Manufacturer: Manu ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Duruflé, Maurice | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Elgar | Elgar, Sir Edward | ( E ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Mendelssohn | Mendelssohn, Felix | ( M ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Sacred & Religious | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Anthems | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Choruses | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Motets | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Psalms | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music ASIN: B000003WPF Release Date: 1994-12-21

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Great Sound.......2002-12-06

Early 1993, this choir was one of the best in its class. This CD was recorded and released within a year that they won much acclaim, and the prestigious Radio Award, as well as touring North america.
The sound is perfect, a great gift to anyone who enjoys choral work.

Rock Music:

1. Troubadour From Greece
2. Une Saison Volee [Import]
3. Violao Brasileiro [Import]
4. Visal -- The Meeting Mystic Poets from the Hind
5. Worldbeat Brazil
6. 21 [Import]
7. A World Out of Time: Henry Kaiser & David Lindley in Madagascar
8. African Dreams
9. Aitara
10. Apres la Pluie [Import]

Rock Music

rock music

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