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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Superb - Jessye Norman's rich voice at its best with a classical selection ranging from Adams' 'The Holy City' ('Jerusalem') through 'What Child is This?' and 'Amazing Grace' to Gounod's magnificent 'Sanctus'. I first had it as an LP in Norway, then as cassette to take along when I went to work in Nepal, and now the CD here on Cyprus. Obviously, I can't live without it!
(Added later:) What is it about this recording? Perhaps it's that Jessye Norman performs these marvellous songs classically and simply. No syncopation or special effects: just the music, borne on her powerful voice.
(Added later:) What is it about this recording? Perhaps it's that Jessye Norman performs these marvellous songs classically and simply. No syncopation or special effects: just the music, borne on her powerful voice.
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
How sweet the sound!
23 Jan 2003
Format:Audio CD
Heaven must be missing an angel because she's here with us-singing on this disc. This is arguably one of the most beautiful recordings of sacred music ever made. Ms. Norman brings a lifetime of experience to this genre-she joined her church choir at 4! The warm acoustics make you feel like you are sitting in your favorite pew-albeit with a magnificent vocalist in the choirloft. Jessye has conquered the world's opera houses in the most demanding roles-one of which garnered her a fifty-five minute standing ovation (Salzberg). But she is most resplendent in the music of her youth. The majestic voice soars over the orchestra and chorus to deliver the full beauty of the music. Ms. Norman also performs selections with organ accompaniment-appropiate since her voice has often been compared to the king of instruments-"with all the stops pulled out"! You will hear why she is one of the most acclaimed recitalists of our time. Her expansive vocal range encompasses every nuance of the music heard here. We are taken on a journey through the entire spectrum of the category starting with a classical Mass, moving through an American spiritual and finishing with a Christmas carol that will keep you in a festive mood year 'round. Amoung the gems on this disc is an Ave Maria sung in German and arguably the most powerful solo recorded performance of "The Holy City" ever. If you want to hear what the heavenly choir sounds like before entering the pearly gates-listen to this disc. Brava Jessye!
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
incredibly moving
24 Feb 1999
Format:Audio CD
I was listening to the local public radio station when they played the Sanctus and I literally had to drive off the road to listen it was so powerfyl and moving. Jessye Norman is a national treasure.
14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
breathtaking!
21 Mar 1999
Format:Audio CD
The Sanctus, and the Holy City will send chills down your spine! Absolutey Breathtaking.
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