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In the 10 years since the release of Russell Watson’s first album, The Voice, the tenor’s name has regularly been in the headlines – sadly, most recently over a life-threatening tumor. Now recovered, he here makes a welcome return to the recording studio for his ninth long-player.
Watson’s voice is now stronger, and he has a richness and vibrancy throughout his range. This is heard at its best in the first song, Parla Piu Piano (Love Theme from The Godfather), with words set in Italian. As the album’s title suggests, many of the tracks are sung in Italian, or have an Italian connection. Watson adapts his voice to suit the different styles – in this respect his adaptability is reminiscent of José Carreras.
Much ink has been spilled as to Watson’s credentials as an opera singer, and tellingly he includes just one operatic number here, an adaptation of the Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana. Other adaptations from the classics include Adagio, taken from what once was called Albinoni’s Adagio, and E Sara Cosi, a melody better known as the 18th of Rachmaninov’s Paganini Variations; the latter, though, does not adapt well to a vocal.
Be My Love he sings in English, after Mario Lanza; though Lanza, one feels, would have gone for a retake on that final note. Watson’s quieter singing provides particular pleasure in the thoughtful Adagio, and is effective too in the gentle Io Che Non Vivo (Senza Te), to the melody of Dusty Springfield’s You Don’t Have to Say You Love Me. Across these tastefully and attractively arranged songs (Arrivederci Roma is another highlight), Russell receives immaculate support from The Roma Sinfonietta and Coro, a small mixed chorus. The production values, too, are top-notch, which all makes for a very attractive package indeed.
--Adrian Edwards
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The tenor who practically invented the classical crossover genre stuns the world again with La Voce. Recorded in June 2010 with the Roma Sinfonietta--Ennio Morricone’s orchestra of choice--and produced by Mike Hedges, Russell Watson’s voice has never sounded better. Stronger, more driven and powerful, his renditions of Pino Donaggio’s "Io Che Non Vivo (Senza Te)", Mario Lanza’s "Arrivederci Roma" and "Parla Piu Piano" (the theme from The Godfather) are as impressive as you’d expect from a man singing with, literally, a new lease of life after overcoming two life-threatening brain tumours.
In 2008, when the Salford born tenor finished radiotherapy for the pituitary tumor that saw him undergo emergency surgery, he decided to embark on a return to music. He soon found that his treatment had given him not just a fresh outlook on the world, but a whole new, deeper, richer voice. La Voce is Watson’s ninth, and most personal, album.
In 2008, when the Salford born tenor finished radiotherapy for the pituitary tumor that saw him undergo emergency surgery, he decided to embark on a return to music. He soon found that his treatment had given him not just a fresh outlook on the world, but a whole new, deeper, richer voice. La Voce is Watson’s ninth, and most personal, album.
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34 of 35 people found the following review helpful
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All of Russell Watson's work is well worth collecting, he always gives of his best.
This new album 'La Voce' is. in my opinion, the best album he has ever produced.
Organic seems to be his favourite word at the moment - well organic or not this
album is breath-takingly beautiful from begining to end.
This new album 'La Voce' is. in my opinion, the best album he has ever produced.
Organic seems to be his favourite word at the moment - well organic or not this
album is breath-takingly beautiful from begining to end.
42 of 44 people found the following review helpful
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Russell Watson has been recording albums and his classical crossover, and other styles of music on occasion, for around ten years now and his success continues to grow and grow as more people become aware of his amazing voice and talent, This Album La Voce is by far his best , his voice has power, emotion,range, and depth, that takes you on an emotional journey,he sounds better than ever! and he is only better than this when live in concert! not many artists these days you can say that about!
The Album has some of the most beautiful tracks you could ever want to listen to, in my opinion he gives a depth to his music only a person with true appreciation for life could do and brings this music to life like no other artist I have ever heard, you can see why he is known as "The Voice" , If you like good music and Know a true singer when you hear one you will love this album ! buy it now! if I could give it Six Stars I would!
The Album has some of the most beautiful tracks you could ever want to listen to, in my opinion he gives a depth to his music only a person with true appreciation for life could do and brings this music to life like no other artist I have ever heard, you can see why he is known as "The Voice" , If you like good music and Know a true singer when you hear one you will love this album ! buy it now! if I could give it Six Stars I would!
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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Russell is back. He survived his life-threatening illness and has come back in top form. He says his voice is stronger than ever, and I agree. I think he has improved in his middle voice by virtue of having his sinus cavities completely open, full, and free of tumor obstructions (he didn't even know he had) for his "voice" to resonate. Russell is richer, fuller and tonally better than ever, and that is saying a lot. I got this album for my father's Xmas gift who is a fantastic tenor himself and a huge Mario Lanza fan. Dad is thrilled with the inclusion of the Lanza selections and his tribute to Mario. Russell you are a treasure, thank God that his will was to let us enjoy your talent for years and years to come. I ordered from Seattle and hope that Russell will add a US tour and put us on the tour list.
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La Voce
Just loved this Guys Beautiful voice, especially for someone who has gone through life threatning illness. Read more
Published 28 days ago by Andalusian
Sublime.
Purchased this album along with two others and my reviews of the other two albums is echoed about this one. Attend the concerts and adore him.
Published 4 months ago by Mrs. G. Williams-yeagers
The UK's Greatest Tenor.
What can I say? It's so fantastic to have our Russell back on top form after his long illness. A truely fantastic tenor with a wonderful voice, the tracks are mind blowing, I could... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Lady M.
Russell Watson's latest CD - La Voce
This latest CD of Russell Watson is really wonderful. Since he has had his
two operations over the last few years his voice is even better. Read more
two operations over the last few years his voice is even better. Read more
Published 9 months ago by EDITH FELSTEAD
La Voce
After all that's happened to Russell healthwise his voice has come back as strong , if not better than before !
Published 11 months ago by Maza
Not perfect Russ
I have seen Russell in concert many, many times and he has a stunning voice and rapport with his audience, but I have to say I found the tracks on this CD to be very 'samey'. Read more
Published 12 months ago by B. Bone
Sheer Indulgence
Just sit back and listen to the rich deep tones. If you have a glass if wine in tour hand - even better. Russell at his best
Published 13 months ago by SusieQ
An Inspiration
This is wonderful. Russels voice has matured and is so delightful to listen to. If things are getting me down or I feel under the weather, listening to Russell and remembering his... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Hw Hinde
La Voce Russell Watson
I can't abide wobbly voices and Russell Watson certainly has one on this CD. It's about time he gave up!
Published 14 months ago by Mrs.C.M.Bryden
Yet another Russell Watson Record
My Wife is very keen on Russell Watson
She states that this one is as good as the rest
She states that this one is as good as the rest
Published 15 months ago by beejon
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