Description
Sarah Brightman – Classics / Angel Records Audio Cassette 2001 / 7243 5 33257 4 9
UPC 724353325749
This essential collection blend 7 Gorgeous New Recordings with a selection of Sarah's favorite classics.
Product Features
- Label: Angel Records – 7243 5 33257 4 9
- Format: Cassette, Compilation
- Country: Indonesia
- Released: 2001
- Genre: Electronic, Classical
- Style: Modern Classical, Downtempo, Ambient
- Artist: Sarah Brightman
- Album Title: Classics
- Release Year: 2001
- Country: Indonesia
- Genres: Electronic, Classical
- Compilation: Yes, featuring 7 new recordings along with Sarah's favorite classics
Overview
Experience the ethereal voice of Sarah Brightman in "Classics," a mesmerizing collection that blends seven gorgeous new recordings with a selection of her favorite classical pieces. Released in 2001 by Angel Records, this audio cassette compilation transports listeners through a journey of modern classical, downtempo, and ambient music. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to her music, this collection showcases Sarah Brightman's exceptional talent and the timeless beauty of classical music.
Interesting Facts
- Ave Maria: This track is a serene and uplifting rendition, perfect for setting a peaceful ambiance.
- La Wally: A beautiful interpretation of Alfredo Catalani's classic aria, showcasing Sarah's operatic prowess.
- Winter Light: Known for its hauntingly beautiful melody, this song adds a contemporary twist to the classical compilation.
- Anytime, Anywhere: Inspired by Albinoni's Adagio, this track is a seamless blend of classical and modern elements.
- Alhambra: A captivating piece that transports listeners to the historic Alhambra palace with its rich and evocative sound.
- Lascia Chi'o Pianga: A heartfelt performance of Handel's famous aria, highlighting Sarah's vocal purity.
- Dans La Nuit: A dreamy and ambient track that perfectly complements the overall classical theme of the album.
- Serenade / How Fair This Place: A serene and enchanting piece that showcases the beauty of Sarah's vocal range.
- O Mio Babbino Caro: An iconic Puccini aria, delivered with Sarah's unique emotional depth.
- La Luna: A hauntingly beautiful track from her earlier album, reimagined in this compilation.
- Pie Jesu: A sublime and angelic rendition of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Requiem.
- Figlio Perduto: A modern adaptation of Beethoven's 7th Symphony, blending classical music with contemporary vocals.
- Nessun Dorma: A powerful performance of the famous aria from Puccini's Turandot.
- Baïlèro: A traditional French folk song brought to life with Sarah's ethereal voice.
- Time To Say Goodbye (Solo Version): The solo version of her internationally acclaimed duet with Andrea Bocelli.
Track Listing
Side A:
- Ave Maria – 3:00
- La Wally – 4:03
- Winter Light – 3:17
- Anytime, Anywhere – 3:19
- Alhambra – 4:01
- Lascia Chi'o Pianga – 3:30
- Dans La Nuit – 2:45
- Serenade / How Fair This Place – 3:25
Side B:
- O Mio Babbino Caro – 2:22
- La Luna – 4:59
- Pie Jesu – 3:44
- Figlio Perduto – 4:39
- Nessun Dorma – 3:52
- Baïlèro – 3:13
- Time To Say Goodbye (Solo Version) – 4:06
Key Credits
- Choir: Complesso Internazional Cameristico, The London Bach Choir, The English National Choir, The London Choir, The New College Oxford Choir
- Conductor: Paul Bateman
- Engineers: Alex Marcou, Anna-Lena Strasse, Colin Boland, Gary Langan, Steve Price
- Engineer & Mixer: John Timperly
- Guitar: Peter Weihe
- Keyboards: Peter Murray
- Keyboards, Engineer, Mixer: M. Soltau
- Mastering: Bob Ludwig, Jürgen Koppers
- Orchestras: London Symphony Orchestra, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, The English National Orchestra, The Prague Symphony Orchestra
- Producer, Engineer, Mixer: Frank Peterson