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Her magical new album, Sentir, is her most mesmerising accomplishment so far, and will surely find a place on many a record of the year list in the coming months. --Sunday Times
Each of her albums has its unique character. This new one is her most interesting yet, benefiting from a wide range of influences brought in through her accompanying ensemble. --Scotsman
Levy is a true artist, a rare talent and there are many moments here where this shines through. --Froots
Each of her albums has its unique character. This new one is her most interesting yet, benefiting from a wide range of influences brought in through her accompanying ensemble. --Scotsman
Levy is a true artist, a rare talent and there are many moments here where this shines through. --Froots
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Sentir is the fifth album from Israeli singer Yasmin Levy. Born in Jerusalem, Yasmin Levy was introduced to Ladino singing and culture from a very young age. Her father was the leading figure in the world of research into and preservation of the Judeo-Spanish culture, dating back to the 15th century in Spain. Today, it remains one of the most moving and romantic musical traditions of all times. In her deep, spiritual and moving style of singing, Yasmin preserves and revives the most beautiful songs from the Ladino/Judeo-Spanish heritage, mixing it with Andalucian Flamenco.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
While listening to Radio 4 my interest was taken by the classical/gypsy backing on Hallelujah and I was inspired to the buy cd. I was pleasantly surprised to find that all other tracks lived up & surpassed the Hallelujah track. She has a beautiful voice
7 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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Each of Yasmin's cd's is a journey through heartfelt emotion and passion. Having travelled from Ireland to London to see her perform during her "Mano Suave" tour the experience was well worth the effort and i could not wait for the release of her next cd. Sentir does not disappoint in any way. While more jazzy and smooth than Mano Suave, La Juderia or Romance and Yasmin, it marks a maturity and security in Yasmin's establishment as a world class Ladino artist. She has explored vocally and musically the diverse beauty of Ladino's rich heritage and has presented in Sentir, an offering of song that captivates the heart and mind.
As you explore her music more, one finds a simplicity of expression yet truely professional approach in her endeavour to share a part of her heart and heritage with us.
In the midst of frequently rainy and misty Irish weather, Sentir has brought the warmth of the sun to my heart, it is a pleasure to listen to and Yasmin is an artist well worth investing in!
As you explore her music more, one finds a simplicity of expression yet truely professional approach in her endeavour to share a part of her heart and heritage with us.
In the midst of frequently rainy and misty Irish weather, Sentir has brought the warmth of the sun to my heart, it is a pleasure to listen to and Yasmin is an artist well worth investing in!
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Four Quarters Ent. presents "SENTIR", Yasmin Levy previously worked with Jerry Boys, teamed up with Javier Limon co-producer of the tremendously successful Bebo & Cigala album "Lagrimas Negras". Levy helps blend flamenco with a folk genre that dates back to the Jews expulsion from Spain in 1492.
To be sure, Sentir draws a diversity of influences. Yasmin includes original contemporary material (by Limon, Levy and her brother Yuval), brings a Cuban jazz reimagining to the old ladino song "Mi Korason" and finds a fresh way to arrange Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah."
Yasmin honors her late father Yitzhak Levy, a cantor musicologist with an interpretation of the Ladino songbook, by singing a duet with him. This was accomplished by dubbing in his vocals from a decade-old recording of the song "Una Pastora". Yasmin states, "This is one of the most beautiful songs my father ever recorded. His Singing is something holy for me, and I was afraid to touch it .. until I realized that it was my own fears I needed to overcome."
(Track Listings,Time & Ratings):
1. Mi Korasón [3:16] *****
2. El Amor Contigo [3:32] ****
3. Nos Llegó El Final [2:50] ***
4. Londje de Mi [2:45] ***
5. Hallelujah [4:00] *****
6. Una Pastora [2:05] *****
7. Triste Vals [5:46] ****
8. Jaco [4:23] *****
9. La Hija de Juan Simon [5:17] ****
10. Porque [3:57] ***
11. Alfonsito [3:24] ***
12. Yigdal [3:38] ****
Mr. Jim's Ratings:
Quality of Sound: 5 Stars
Performance: 5 Stars
Mixing: 3 Stars
Overall: 4 Stars [Arrangements & Song Selection]
Total Time: 39 min on 12 Tracks ~ Four Quarters Ent. ~ (02/08/2011)
To be sure, Sentir draws a diversity of influences. Yasmin includes original contemporary material (by Limon, Levy and her brother Yuval), brings a Cuban jazz reimagining to the old ladino song "Mi Korason" and finds a fresh way to arrange Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah."
Yasmin honors her late father Yitzhak Levy, a cantor musicologist with an interpretation of the Ladino songbook, by singing a duet with him. This was accomplished by dubbing in his vocals from a decade-old recording of the song "Una Pastora". Yasmin states, "This is one of the most beautiful songs my father ever recorded. His Singing is something holy for me, and I was afraid to touch it .. until I realized that it was my own fears I needed to overcome."
(Track Listings,Time & Ratings):
1. Mi Korasón [3:16] *****
2. El Amor Contigo [3:32] ****
3. Nos Llegó El Final [2:50] ***
4. Londje de Mi [2:45] ***
5. Hallelujah [4:00] *****
6. Una Pastora [2:05] *****
7. Triste Vals [5:46] ****
8. Jaco [4:23] *****
9. La Hija de Juan Simon [5:17] ****
10. Porque [3:57] ***
11. Alfonsito [3:24] ***
12. Yigdal [3:38] ****
Mr. Jim's Ratings:
Quality of Sound: 5 Stars
Performance: 5 Stars
Mixing: 3 Stars
Overall: 4 Stars [Arrangements & Song Selection]
Total Time: 39 min on 12 Tracks ~ Four Quarters Ent. ~ (02/08/2011)
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Yasmin Levy - Sentir
I reviwed this CD because I had a problem with final my transaction. In the end I bought this CD next time. Ryszard Bongowski
Published 4 months ago by Bongowski
Great singer
Great album and stunning voice. I can't stop listening to her version on Hallelujah - sublime.
Published on 15 Nov 2009 by LR Hill
Quite nice
A bit too heavy on the faux emotional, yodelly sounds for me, but this is still a very pleasant album. Read more
Published on 10 Nov 2009 by Juno
right music wrong place
great music but unfortunately i live in rainy grey manchester and the music is more suitable for the hot clear blue sky climates with olive groves
Published on 10 Nov 2009 by idleshark
Yasmin Levy - Sentir
I bought this after reading a review in the Sunday Telegraph. I am, however, disappointed. The backing music is fine but repetitious, and she is still a little raucous, although... Read more
Published on 5 Nov 2009 by L. A. Riches
Melancholy to bring tears to your eyes
I had never heard of Yasmin Levy until a recent radio interview with her, discussing her new album and exploring how feeling is expressed through music performance. Read more
Published on 4 Nov 2009 by I. Oberski
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