Classical Hits: The Best Music from Today's Classical Superstars

CLASSICAL HITS has given me a rival for Sarah Brightman's EDEN cd. Russel Watson's stirring rendition of one of my all time favorites, Nella Fantasia, is the best I have ever heard. Pavoratti may have technical ability, but the emotional and smooth voice of Russel Watson's only do this classic justice. There are not more than two of twenty tracks that just simple don't inspire me.

Steve

This album contains many of contemporary classic music's finest songs sung by many of the finest singers in the world. Bocelli, Brightman, Fleming, Watson, just to name a few. The problem here is with the opener, where the song is sung by the execrable Charlotte Church. Its a mystery to everyone I know who has heard this CD why this song is not sung by Sarah Brightman who did the original and defining version. The rendition by Church simply demonstrates her lack of vocal control and emotion. Even a cover by Renee Fleming is far superior to that of Church's. The only thing I can think of here is that since the album is put out by Sony, and Charlotte is owned by Sony, they had to find some place for her songs after paying her so much money.
If not for Church poisoning the well on track 1, this album is an absolute 5-star

If you enjoy music, this CD is for you. The pieces on this CD are some of the musical masterpieces of our time. Many classics remastered by current genius' are included on this CD. From the first song to the last, this CD is certain to evoke a wide-range of emotions. Whether, you've slipped into the wedding scene in The Godfather, or are in Medieval Scotland, you are certain to recognize and enjoy these works. Pavarotti's 'Nessun Dorma' is heartbreakingly well-done, as is O Fortuna [from Carmina Burana] by John Williams and the Boston Pops Orchestra. This CD will not disappoint, it is passionate, beautiful, and extremely well put together. Enjoy!