The Holy Ground

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The Holy Ground is Mary Black's first completely successful attempt to blend the pop and traditional sides of her musical personality. Even though the music itself contains few overt Celtic references--the only traditional instruments used are the occasional fiddle or tin whistle--Black's supple soprano is so unmistakably Irish that she could sing in front of a kazoo orchestra and you would know she was from Dublin. Black is not a songwriter, but she has a gift for choosing the perfect song to match her voice, including some from contemporary folk music's strongest songwriters like John Gorka, Gerry O'Beirne, and Jesse Winchester. Also included are a handful of songs from Noel Brazil, a songwriter Black has turned to time and again, and a lovely version of Sandy Denny's "One Way Donkey Ride." Irish music purists may dismiss the music of Mary Black as modern pop music, but her magnificent voice and soulful delivery are deeply rooted in the Celtic tradition, and her renditions of traditional songs such as the title track rank among the finest modern performances of these ancient melodies. --Michael Simmons

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The Holy Ground
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • What a soul-stirring, peace-giving, inviting voice!
  • A Mary Black Essential
  • Beautiful, soulful music
  • Outstanding!
  • This one will make you an MB fan if you're not one already.
The Holy Ground
Mary Black
Manufacturer: Gift Horse
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000000LX3
Release Date: 1994-02-25

Tracks:

  1. Summer Sent You
  2. One Way Donkey Ride
  3. The Loving Time
  4. Golden Thread
  5. The Holy Ground (Trad.)
  6. Treasure Island
  7. The Holy Ground
  8. Flesh And Blood
  9. Dockland
  10. Lay Down Your Burden
  11. Paper Friends
  12. Poison Words

Amazon.com

The Holy Ground is Mary Black's first completely successful attempt to blend the pop and traditional sides of her musical personality. Even though the music itself contains few overt Celtic references--the only traditional instruments used are the occasional fiddle or tin whistle--Black's supple soprano is so unmistakably Irish that she could sing in front of a kazoo orchestra and you would know she was from Dublin. Black is not a songwriter, but she has a gift for choosing the perfect song to match her voice, including some from contemporary folk music's strongest songwriters like John Gorka, Gerry O'Beirne, and Jesse Winchester. Also included are a handful of songs from Noel Brazil, a songwriter Black has turned to time and again, and a lovely version of Sandy Denny's "One Way Donkey Ride." Irish music purists may dismiss the music of Mary Black as modern pop music, but her magnificent voice and soulful delivery are deeply rooted in the Celtic tradition, and her renditions of traditional songs such as the title track rank among the finest modern performances of these ancient melodies. --Michael Simmons

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars What a soul-stirring, peace-giving, inviting voice!.......2003-05-21

I am a new convert to the troupe of Mary Black fans! Her music was playing the day my friend died and I was moved to tears within seconds. I love Celtic music and Mary Black brings new and fresh tunes and lyrics to the genre. You will not be disappointed, I cannot see how anyone could! Her voice will melt your heart as well as your troubles!

5 out of 5 stars A Mary Black Essential.......2003-01-31

This is among the albums that Mary Black fans will point to as "essential."

To be honest, I didn't really fall in love with it on my first listen. I could tell it was a GOOD album, but at first, I wasn't sure it was a GREAT album. Her voice was strong and clear, but there was nothing very unusual about it. It was just like your basic good voice. Also, the songs were very pretty, but they kind of came across as ordinary ballads - nothing jumped out at me.

With repeated listenings though, I gradually "got it". The power of this album is a subtle one, but once you find its beauty, you'll never again understand why you didn't hear it on the first listen.

Mary Black sings with a pure, honest spirit that creates the most subtle glow around each Irish folk ballad. She is baring her soul with each note, but she doesn't do it with raw power - she does it with a tender heart and an honest lilt. The aura around her singing is unmistakable once you begin to hear it.

The songs too became more enchanting to me with each listen. ONE WAY DONKEY RIDE is a genuinely sympathetic ballad, and Mary Black's rendition is particularly heartfelt. Some of the love stories told on the album are warm with innocence, and biting with pain. And I've come to really love the song PAPER FRIENDS too, just because its simple message about knowing who your real friends are and aren't is so welcoming.

HOLY GROUND is definitely quintessential Mary Black!

5 out of 5 stars Beautiful, soulful music.......2000-02-12

I heard Mary Black's "Holy Ground" album for the first time during a visit to the UK, and fell head over heels in love with her voice and music. Although I don't own this album, it's currently at the top of my "wish list"! It's fantastic.

5 out of 5 stars Outstanding!.......1998-08-29

I have all of Mary's CDs and find this one to be the one I listen to the most. The song selection on this album couldn't be better and Mary's marvelous voice brings a deep meaning to each one. As other reviewers have observed, the lead track and the closing track have a haunting dissimiarity. I love everything Mary has recorded but this is the very best in my opinion.

5 out of 5 stars This one will make you an MB fan if you're not one already........1998-07-24

I love the wistful quality that Mary Black brings to all her songs, and the ones she's chosen for this CD don't disappoint. Her singing style is always versatile yet hauntingly familiar. A must-have for your collection!
Songs 4 Worship: Holy Ground
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Slower songs, but still good
  • Yet another anointed classic from the Time Life perspective.
  • love it!!!!
  • Pleasant to the ear; joyful to the heart!
  • Pleasant to the ear; joyful to the heart!
Songs 4 Worship: Holy Ground
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Time Life Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005B52A
Release Date: 2001-04-17

Tracks:

  1. Come Now Is The Time To Worship - Brian Doerksen
  2. Holy Ground - Geron Davis
  3. You Are My All In All - Dennis Jernigan
  4. We Will Glorify - Twila Paris
  5. Glorify Thy Name - The Maranatha Singers
  6. Change My Heart, Oh God - Roby Duke
  7. He Who Began A Good Work - Steve Green
  8. Seek Ye First - The Maranatha Singers
  9. Holy And Anointed One - Randy Butler
  10. More Precious Than Silver - LaMar Boschman
  11. As The Deer - The Maranatha Singers

Tracks:

  1. Come Into His Presence - Joseph Garlington
  2. In The Presence - Eugene Greco
  3. God Will Make A Way - Don Moen
  4. Jesus, Name Above All Names - Charlie LeBlanc
  5. I Worship You, Almighty God - Kent Henry
  6. I Love You, Lord - The Maranatha Singers
  7. Oh Lord, You're Beautiful - Keith Green
  8. When I Look Into Your Holiness - The Maranatha Singers
  9. Open Our Eyes - The Maranatha Singers
  10. Spirit Of The Living God - Brentwood Singers
  11. We Worship And Adore Thee - The Maranatha Singers

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Slower songs, but still good.......2005-04-01

If you prefer some of the slower-paced praise songs, this is for you. Almost all are down-tempo. Very beautiful compilation, though. Good for easy-listening, sunny afternoon.

5 out of 5 stars Yet another anointed classic from the Time Life perspective........2003-02-07

This second installment of the Songs 4 Worship collection from Time Life. This CD too contains many of the choruses and worship songs we have come to love over the years.

This CD will help you keep the joy of your salvation, or else restore it if need be. The reason? The lyrics of each song, bar none, exalts the Lord Jesus in all of His Glory.

4 out of 5 stars love it!!!!.......2002-03-27

this CD is awesome. it just puts me in a worhip spirit. the songs are great. it just makes me feel like i just came from a wonderful worship service. a must have.

5 out of 5 stars Pleasant to the ear; joyful to the heart!.......2001-08-26

Joy and happiness will bubble up from the depths of your soul when you listen to these songs of praise. Highly motivational, too! These songs will energize your body, mind, and spirit; and no task will seem insurmountable.

5 out of 5 stars Pleasant to the ear; joyful to the heart!.......2001-08-26

Joy and happiness will bubble up from the depths of your soul when you listen to these songs of praise. Highly motivational, too! These songs will energize your body, mind, and spirit; and no task will seem insurmountable.
Holy Ground
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Holy Ground
Holy Ground
Praise & Worship , and Geron Davis
Manufacturer: Hosanna Music
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000006L66
Release Date: 1996-01-16

Tracks:

  1. Right Here Right Now
  2. Send It On Down
  3. Joy In My Heart
  4. I Will Sing
  5. Joy In My Heart (Reprise)
  6. Made Up Mind
  7. One True Living God
  8. Touch Of Grace
  9. O Broken Lamb
  10. Mercy Saw Me
  11. In The Presence Of Jehovah
  12. In His Presence
  13. Holy Ground (Standing On)
  14. Deeper, Higher, Wider

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Holy Ground.......2005-08-30

Holy Ground is a true classic. I truly like about 4 songs on this CD, you may like more. This CD has long been out of print so if you can get your hand on one, I'll advise you to do it. I have a pretty hefty Hosanna collection myself - once they are gone - they are gone.

Geron Davis is a great worship leader and you will surely enjoy how he leads worship on this CD. This is a must have CD.
Holy Ground
Average customer rating: Not rated
    Holy Ground
    Smith , Zschech , Delirious , and Songs 4 Worship
    Manufacturer: Integrity -- Word --
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

    GeneralGeneral | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music
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    ASIN: B00005OAH1
    Release Date: 2001-10-16

    Tracks:

    1. Come Now Is The Time To Worship - Brian Doerksen
    2. Holy Ground - Geron Davis
    3. You Are My All In All - Dennis Jernigan
    4. We Will Glorify - Twila Paris
    5. Glorify Thy Name - The Maranatha Singers
    6. Change My Heart, Oh God - Roby Duke
    7. He Who Began A Good Work - Steve Green
    8. Seek Ye First - The Maranatha Singers
    9. Holy And Anointed One - Randy Butler
    10. More Precious Than Silver - LaMar Boschman
    11. As The Deer - The Maranatha Singers

    Tracks:

    1. Come Into His Presence - Joseph Garlington
    2. In The Presence - Eugene Greco
    3. God Will Make A Way - Don Moen
    4. Jesus, Name Above All Names - Charlie LeBlanc
    5. I Worship You, Almighty God - Kent Henry
    6. I Love You, Lord - The Maranatha Singers
    7. Oh Lord, You're Beautiful - Keith Green
    8. When I Look Into Your Holiness - The Maranatha Singers
    9. Open Our Eyes - The Maranatha Singers
    10. Spirit Of The Living God - Brentwood Singers
    11. We Worship And Adore Thee - The Maranatha Singers

    Album Description

    As seen on TV, Songs 4 Worship is the best selling double CD series from Integrity Music and Time Life Music. Volume 2 - Holy Ground includes 22 of the greatest praise & worship songs of all time.
    Traveling Light
    Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
    • This Almost Got 5 Stars
    • wonderfull oh lesley
    Traveling Light
    Lesley Garrett
    Manufacturer: EMI Classics
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B00005TZOZ
    Release Date: 2002-02-12

    Tracks:

    1. Surrender/The Wonder Of You
    2. Ave Maria
    3. Bess You Is My Woman
    4. For No One/Blackbird
    5. I Dreamed A Dream
    6. Mambo Italiano
    7. The Summer Knows
    8. Two Hearts, One Love
    9. Alabama Song
    10. La Violet
    11. Et Si Demain
    12. Over The Rainbow
    13. A Boy Like That I Have A Love
    14. On Holy Ground

    Album Details

    England's Best Loved Soprano Now Records Exclusively for EMI and Collaborates on this Initial Album for the Label with Sir George Martin, Michel Legrand, Bryn Terfel and Michael Ball.

    Customer Reviews:

    4 out of 5 stars This Almost Got 5 Stars.......2007-01-18

    Lesley Garrett has a gorgeous voice, that much is obvious. And it shines on tracks like Ave Maria, Bess You Is My Woman Now, Et Si Demain and The Summer Knows. While her voice is a bit heavy for a musical theater repitoire her renditions of A Boy Like That/I Have a Love and I Dreamed A Dream work really, really well. However she runs into problems on tracks like Work For No One/Blackbird, Mambo Italiano (which doesn't fit the mood of the rest of the album at all), and Over the Rainbow. I think that these are songs that sound better with a more relaxed, less "legit" sound which Garrett seems to have trouble with. It's definately worth getting for the highlights I mentioned above, as well as her duets but Michael Ball and Bryn Terfel. Both are lovely. Really the presence of a few awkward tracks keeps this from a 5 star rating

    5 out of 5 stars wonderfull oh lesley.......2002-02-15

    lesley has excelled herself with superb songs from most genres with a tearjerking performance of over the rainbow and a fab swing your hips time with the cool mambo italliano
    The Holy Ground
    Average customer rating: Not rated
      The Holy Ground
      The High Dials
      Manufacturer: Rainbow Quartz
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

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      ASIN: B000R7I2C4
      Release Date: 2007-07-10

      Tracks:

      1. The Holy Ground
      2. Sing For Loveless Seasons
      3. Picture Of a Fading Man
      4. The Sound Of Daisy Leaving
      The Great Voices of the Century, Vol. 2
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        The Great Voices of the Century, Vol. 2

        Manufacturer: Rajon
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        ASIN: B0007KUIU0
        Release Date: 2005-02-14

        Tracks:

        1. Stars Were Brightly Shining (From "Tosca")
        2. Come In The Gondola (From "Night In Venice")
        3. Because
        4. Open Road (From "The Gypsy Baron")
        5. Merry Widow Waltz
        6. Count Your Blessings
        7. All Through The Night
        8. Maidens Of Cadiz
        9. Tristesse
        10. If You Were The Only Girl In The World
        11. Silver Threads Among The Gold
        12. Deep In My Heart, Dear (From "The Student Prince")
        13. Songs My Mother Taught Me
        14. Torna A Surriento
        15. Over The Rainbow (From "The Wizard Of Oz")
        16. Parted
        17. Bachelor Gay (From "Maid Of The Mountains")
        18. Trottin To The Fair
        19. White Wings
        20. Lost Chord
        21. Creed
        22. Drinking Song (From "Merry Wives Of Windsor"
        23. De Glory Road
        24. Ol Man River (From "Showboat")
        25. Changing Of The Guard
        26. Blue Danube
        27. Huguette (From "Vagabond King")
        28. If I Were A Blackbird
        29. ILl Sing A Song Of Love To You
        30. Intermezzo
        31. Panis Angelicus
        32. Berceuse De "Jocelyn"
        33. WeLl Gather Lilacs (From "Perchance To Dream")
        34. Holy City
        35. O For The Wings Of A Dove
        36. Goodnight (From "Cousin From Nowhere")
        37. Believe Me If All Those Endearing Young Charms
        38. Drink To Me Only With Thine Eyes
        39. ChElla Mi Creda Libero ( From "Girl Of The Golden West")
        40. Loves Old Sweet Song
        41. Last Rose Of Summer
        42. River Stay Way From My Door
        43. OSilver Moon (From "Russalka")
        44. La Marseillaise
        45. Nessun Dorma (From "Turandot")
        46. Who Tied The Knot (From "Gypsy Baron")
        47. They Call Me Mimi (From "La Boheme")
        48. Rosary
        49. Song Of India (From "Sadko")
        50. Serenade
        51. My Heart & I (From "Old Chelsea")
        52. Smilin Through
        53. Sanctuary Of The Heart
        54. Vilia (From "Merry Widow")
        55. ILl Take You Home Again, Kathleen
        56. I Love You Truly
        57. Road To The Isles
        58. Eriskay Love Lilt
        59. Vivere
        60. Old Father Thames
        61. Tales From The Vienna Woods
        62. Oriental Prayer (From "Lakme")
        63. My Song Goes Round The World
        64. I Love Thee
        65. On The Road To Mandalay
        66. Wiegenlied (Cradle Song)

        Album Description

        3 CD set from the Rajon 'Great Series'. 66 tracks. 2005.
        Charles Craig: Puccini Arias & Favourite Ballads
        Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
        • BRILLIANT ENGLISH TENOR
        • I Am Amazed!
        • A Great British Tenor
        Charles Craig: Puccini Arias & Favourite Ballads

        Manufacturer: Testament
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

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        ASIN: B00000DLYO
        Release Date: 1998-11-10

        Tracks:

        1. Manon Lescaut, Act II: Donna Non Vidi Mai
        2. La Boheme, Act I: Che Gelida Manina
        3. Tosca, Act I: Recondita Armonia
        4. La Fanciulla Del West, Act III: Ch'ella Mi Creda
        5. Turandot, Act I: Non Piangere, Liu
        6. Turandot, Act III: Nessun Dorma
        7. Because
        8. Believe Me If All Those Endearing Young Charms
        9. For You Alone
        10. Macushla
        11. Song Of Songs
        12. Trees
        13. I'll Walk Beside You
        14. Ah! Sweet Mystery Of Life
        15. Home, Sweet Home
        16. Tell Me Tonight
        17. The Holy City
        18. The Lord's Prayer

        Customer Reviews:

        5 out of 5 stars BRILLIANT ENGLISH TENOR.......2006-07-22

        Charles Craig was a superb British operatic tenor of the 1950s,60s and 70s with an authentic Italian style.
        This recording is a brilliant tribute to a dedicated and fine artist. Any one who has not heard Charles Craig recordings before is in for a surprise. Forget todays modern tenors .This is the real thing.
        The performance is indeed world class.His style is relaxed and unforced with some beautiful mezza voce singing and an excellent ringing vocal tone in all the right places. Buy and enjoy.

        5 out of 5 stars I Am Amazed!.......2006-07-10

        It is both astounding and embarrassing to have to admit that after many, many years of loving opera, that I had never heard of Charles Craig. I assure you that the music samples that Amazon so thoughtfully provides does not begin to do his voice justice.

        The recording brought tears to my eyes as he sang songs that I have loved for many years. His voice is relaxed and natural and his singing of the ballads section is just as enjoyable as his singing of the Puccini section. One is free to simply enjoy the music.

        Another benefit of his singing is his ability to make the words understandable for the most part. I had a little difficulty understanding all of the words in his singing of "Because". His voice, however, was glorious.

        I would definitly encourage anyone who enjoys a world class tenor to add this CD to their collection.

        5 out of 5 stars A Great British Tenor.......2003-08-10

        This is a fine example of a great tenor in the Italian school. These recordings were made in the early sixties just as he was about the embark on his Covent Garden and international. He probably sang Otello more than any tenor in the history of opera and unlike he with the Plastic Voice could sing all the notes of this opera.
        Christmas Improvisations
        Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
        • Great work!
        Christmas Improvisations

        Manufacturer: Gothic Records
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

        Sacred & ReligiousSacred & Religious | Early Music | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music | Requiems
        Vocal & SongVocal & Song | Early Music | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music | Requiems
        GeneralGeneral | Sacred & Religious | Classical | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Classical | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
        ChantsChants | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
        NoelsNoels | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
        OratoriosOratorios | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
        General ChristmasGeneral Christmas | Holiday | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music
        Opera & VocalOpera & Vocal | Holiday | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music
        General ChristmasGeneral Christmas | Holiday Music | Special Features | Music
        Opera & VocalOpera & Vocal | Holiday Music | Special Features | Music
        ASIN: B00000K1NL
        Release Date: 1999-10-12

        Tracks:

        1. Personet hodie
        2. The Snow Lay On The Ground
        3. Puer nobis nascitur
        4. Angels We Have Heard On High
        5. Infant Lowly, Infant Holy
        6. I Saw Three Ships
        7. What Child Is This?
        8. Go, Tell It On The Mountain
        9. Christe, Redemptor omnium (Plainsong)
        10. Es ist ein' Ros entsprungen (German Folk Tune)
        11. In dulci jubilo (German Folk Tune)
        12. Puer natus in Bethlehem (Plainsong)
        13. Divinum mysterium (Plainsong)

        Customer Reviews:

        4 out of 5 stars Great work!.......2000-12-26

        Gerre Hancock's audience may be small, but of those who love organ music and appreciate thoughtful improvisations thereof, most will love this recording. Hancock conveys a lot of energy in the recording and has great fun with the improvisations while still allowing the beauty of the original melodies to shine through.
        Holy Ground: Moments of Worship and Praise with the Homecoming Friends
        Average customer rating: Not rated
          Holy Ground: Moments of Worship and Praise with the Homecoming Friends

          Manufacturer: Gaither Music Co.
          ProductGroup: Music
          Binding: Audio CD
          ASIN: B0009FBTLU

          Product Description

          HOLY GROUND is an experience of worship, full of personal testimonies about God's faithfulness down through the years and in our lives today. Offerings to Jesus of praise and joy are the natural result when old friends begin to share in songs and words what God has done in real, everyday lives.

          Rock Music:

          1. The Quest for King Arthur (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) [Soundtrack]
          2. The Rough Guide to Fado
          3. The Yamasuki Singers
          4. The "Yeh-Yeh" Girl from Paris [Import]
          5. Too Much Fun
          6. Traditions (Hammered Dulcimer Traditions/Hammer Dulcimer & Guitar)
          7. Tutto Live [Import] [Live]
          8. 'Ukulele Magic
          9. Um Som [Import]
          10. Vol. 2 Omerta, Onuri E Sangu

          Rock Music

          rock music

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