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 Some Enchanted Evening Jun 30, 2009
"The voice of an Angel, spreads her wings with her interpretations
of some of the most popular classical, Broadway film and traditional
Celtic music of all time."
Originally produced by Sony music back in 2001, this beautiful and
talented young lady is now married with two young children to care for.
If she plans to hit the road again on a concert tour, get your ticket
fast, sit back and enjoy the gifts and talent given to her by the Lord above. Oh, how we need more positive role models like her in our society.
A few gems, but overall, very uneven effort Mar 24, 2009
I loved Charlotte Church's first album. Absolutely loved it. She had such a pure, crystalline voice, especially for one so young, and she sang with a mature phrasing that was well beyond her years. This album tries to branch into more contemporary territory, and does a decent job, but really, is just a mediocre, very uneven effort.
There are a few absolute gems on the album. "Carrickfergus" is wonderful, with perfect voice and phrasing. "The Flower Duet" is great, more for her ability to duet with herself, as is "The Prayer", with Josh Groban, arguably the brightest song on the disc.
There are even some semi-decent, alright renditions. "Papa, Can You Hear Me?" isn't Streisand, of course, but she pulls it over, albeit less emotionally. "If I Loved You" isn't bad, but there wasn't really a reason for her to do it, since it doesn't add anything special to the many renditions already out there. "The Little Horses" and "Habanera" are more personalized renditions, but they both fall rather flat, and there isn't any sparkle to them.
There are, however, more duds than anything else. "Can't Help Lovin' Dat Man" isn't suited for her voice and styling at all, as aren't "Somewhere", "From My First Moment", and "A Bit Of Earth". They are all painful to listen to, and shouldn't have even been included on the disc. She obviously does not have a Broadway voice, and why they were included is beyond me.
Overall, she did a decent job, but really, I would only download those few songs, and if you want "The Prayer", you should buy Josh Groban's self-titled disc with that song, since that disc is a far more even, and high-class, effort than this one.
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Enchanting album, from an Enchanting woman. Aug 25, 2008
I recommend this album for anyone who loves opera, contemporary, pop, and classical music. Although this album was made years ago when Charlotte was just 15, she has since released a hit pop album with a string of hits, had a baby and a hit T.V. variety show, she has recently stated that she's looking into acting again, and getting a role in an opera in the theater, releasing a new classical album, and a new pop album! This record is a great way to get ready for what Charlotte will be hitting us with next!
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Forever Album Feb 02, 2008
I have been listening to this album for many years (since it came out), and I still love every song!
I am not an "opera" person. I just don't like the real stuff. Charlotte is admitably fudging a bit, but to her advantage. I don't think many people can listen to a recording of a real opera singer. Don't they sing to fill up an entire room. It sounds like screaming to me. However Charlotte has a very soft and very agreeable voice, especially since she ditched her back of the throat voice thing.
Obviously, this album was meticulously made. The first time I heard it, it had an "environment". It was a very relaxing place, especially Bali Hai. I really liked the way they arranged all of the pieces. Charlotte's voice sounds flawless, hitting the notes clear and high. It is an extremely accomplished album; a definate classic, and in my opinion, perfection.
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I love this CD Oct 10, 2007
This is one of my facorite CDs. The selection of songs is amazing. They are all "classical" songs that appeal to everyone. The flower duet is breath taking.
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