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Simon Cowell's latest project – which allegedly took two years to reach fruition – sees the impresario hand-pick six of the UK's finest choral singers, put them in a studio with Il Divo producer Steve Mac and record some of the nation's most-loved Christmas songs. The six choristers in question, aged between 11 and 14, all share an undeniable talent and perform wonderful versions of these timeless songs. That they are very comfortable and confident with the chosen material is evident from the start. Whilst not wildly diverse, there's a decent range of tunes, from Sarah McClachlan's "Angel" and "Walking In The Air" through contemporary versions of hymns such as "O Holy Night" and "Pie Jesu" to less obvious interpretations of Enya's "May It Be" and Eva Cassidy's "Over The Rainbow". None of these versions will send revolutionary ripples through the Christmas album market of course; but in such masterful - if youthful - hands they become even more languorous and transcendent, making for a divinely horizontal Xmas listening experience. --Danny McKenna
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From the label that brought you Il Divo, Celine Dion and Barbara Streisand comes the truly amazing Angelis. Defying the expectations of classical music with an emotion and vocal maturity that belies their youth, the group's combined skill forms a sound that is truly traditional with a vibrant, modern streak. Following an exhaustive search that lasted 2 years, the best new choral voices in the UK have come together in a stunning formation. Featuring six remarkable young choristers with six equally striking voices, they release their self-titled debut album on Syco Music/SonyBMG, November 6th.
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154 of 167 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
The first track (Angel) is, in my opinion, brilliant. You may not like it, so see it (the video) yourself on: [...]
I bought the album having heard that track, without looking to see what else was on the album. When I saw what the other tracks were, my heart sank ('Somewhere over the Rainbow', for God's sake! Who wants to listen to that? I thought that the album comprised other contemporary songs like 'Angel'). Well, now I love that track - it is a beautiful arrangement, with excellent harmonies. Likewise 'O Holy Night', and 'Morning has broken' (as I name those songs, I can see why my heart sank - they sound as if they would only appeal to those over 60 and people who go to church every week).
Incidentally, the last thing I am is religious. Or old. I just used to be a Head chorister, and have a very broad taste in music (primarily rock & pop - certainly not classical).
In short, this is in my opinion an excellent album. It is worth buying for 'Angels' alone - Simon Cowell himself said that that track makes him feel that 'everything is suddenly right in the world'... 'it completely relaxes me - I love it'. (See his interview at:
[...]
Incidentally, the first few people to review this album on Amazon did so before it was released. I can never understand people who do that - how can you write an honest and accurate review of something that you have not seen or heard?
I bought the album having heard that track, without looking to see what else was on the album. When I saw what the other tracks were, my heart sank ('Somewhere over the Rainbow', for God's sake! Who wants to listen to that? I thought that the album comprised other contemporary songs like 'Angel'). Well, now I love that track - it is a beautiful arrangement, with excellent harmonies. Likewise 'O Holy Night', and 'Morning has broken' (as I name those songs, I can see why my heart sank - they sound as if they would only appeal to those over 60 and people who go to church every week).
Incidentally, the last thing I am is religious. Or old. I just used to be a Head chorister, and have a very broad taste in music (primarily rock & pop - certainly not classical).
In short, this is in my opinion an excellent album. It is worth buying for 'Angels' alone - Simon Cowell himself said that that track makes him feel that 'everything is suddenly right in the world'... 'it completely relaxes me - I love it'. (See his interview at:
[...]
Incidentally, the first few people to review this album on Amazon did so before it was released. I can never understand people who do that - how can you write an honest and accurate review of something that you have not seen or heard?
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I felt I had to post to counter the handful of inexplicably negative comments. This album contains some absolute gems. My system is a recently acquired Bose "Acoustic Wave" - the sound quality is sensational. Don't get me wrong, not every track hits the button, but three or four are absolutely outstanding. A "must buy" cd.
30 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This album is musical meditation - shut the world out for forty minutes, settle down with your favourite cuppa, and let your mind rest in it's beauty...
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Fantastic Album
I bought this on reccomendation from Amazon after purchasing a Jackie Evancho CD. Well I didn't just listen to it whilst driving on a two hour trip, I played it twice!! Read more
Published 11 months ago by lonk
Pleasureable listening
I researched Angelis before I bought, I thought they are a great group giving the listener great joy and satisfaction and covering a good variety for many tastes. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Elizabeth
absolutely fabulous album
This is pure heaven, really something to recommend for all mothers and grandmothers for christmas and for everyone who can appreciate the cristal clear sound of these voices.
Published 18 months ago by miriam
Angelis - loved it
I have had this CD for quite a long time. Decided to share it with other people. Beautiful voices
Published on 25 Dec 2009 by S. Allen
Stunning
I never thought I would find a version of Over the Rainbow which didn't make me cringe, but Angelis managed it. Read more
Published on 16 Dec 2009 by E. WOOLSTON
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My wife 100% loves the Angelis album. It always helps her get to sleep - in a good way - but after a year and 300 plays, it reached a point where... Read more
My wife 100% loves the Angelis album. It always helps her get to sleep - in a good way - but after a year and 300 plays, it reached a point where... Read more
Published on 29 Nov 2009 by Cheshire Dave
Vocal Groups
These young adults, along with their music directors, are outstanding! What a sound! Goes very well with Libera, my favorite group, and Celtic Women. Read more
Published on 22 April 2009 by Fred C. Wilkerson
Beautiful!
One word, beautiful! There are no least favourite songs on this album, they are all magical!
Published on 1 Jan 2008 by Mrs. Z. D. Griscti-soler
Excellent Stress Therapy!
I am delighted with this album, "Angels" is fabulous, the remainder of the tracks follow a similar mood, and are based on some interesting arrangements of well known melodies,... Read more
Published on 20 Sep 2007 by W. Ingham-barrow
Superb
I have never been interested in this sort of music in any way until i picked up the album in a shop one day and thought this looks boring. Read more
Published on 16 Sep 2007 by A. Taylor
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