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Bryn Terfel - Simple Gifts | 
 enlarge | Creators: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Stephen Sondheim, John Rutter, Cesar Franck, Charles Gounod, Stanley Myers Giovanni Pergolesi, Barry Wordsworth, London Symphony Orchestra, Bryn Terfel, Simon Keenlyside
Label: Deutsche Grammophon
Category: Music
List Price: $16.98
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Rating:  11 reviews
Sales Rank: 21988
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5 x 0.5
MPN: 000477202
UPC: 028947755630
EAN: 0028947755630
Release Date: October 11, 2005
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| Tracks:
| • | Ave Verum Corpus, K.618 - Adapted by Chris Hazell | | • | Deep River - Arranged by Chris Hazell | | • | The Lord Bless You and Keep You | | • | I'll Walk Beside You - Arranged by Chris Hazell | | • | Stabat Mater | | • | Still, Still, Still Weils Kindlein Schlafen Will | | • | Simple Gifts - Arranged by Chris Hazell | | • | How Great Thou Art | | • | Panis Angelicus - Arranged by Chris Hazell | | • | Bless This House - Arranged by Chris Hazell | | • | Ave Verum Corpus | | • | Cavatina - Arranged by Chris Hazell | | • | The Rose | | • | Amazing Grace - Arranged by Chris Hazell | | • | God's Mercy | | • | Morning Has Broken - Arranged by Chris Hazell | | • | Nearer My God To Thee - Arranged by Chris Hazell | | • | Ave Maria | | • | Send In The Clowns - Arranged by Jonathan Tunick | | • | God Will Be With You |
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Everything about Bryn Terfel is over-life-size: his physique, his personality, his breath-control, and of course his extraordinarily beautiful voice. This recording displays his stunning vocalism and versatility to full advantage, but its title belies its content. Alhough it does include some simple pieces, the execution is fussy, overdone, and calculated for maximum external effect. The program ranges from Mozart, Pergolesi and pseudo-Bach to Sondheim in arrangements that are pure Hollywood, complete with throbbing strings and rolling drums, often destroying the spirit as well as the letter of the original compositions. It begins with Mozart's heavenly "Ave verum" arranged for baritone solo and chorus, frustratingly cut off after a few phrases (another setting of the same text by Karl Jenkins, written for Terfel, is more satisfying, being complete and original). The splendid baritone Simon Keenlyside joins him here as well as in the opening number of Pergolesi's "Stabat Mater;" originally for soprano and alto, this must be the baritones' revenge on female singers who usurp songs written for men, like Schubert's and Schumann's cycles. Franck's "Panis angelicus" also inexplicably becomes a duet; unfortunately, Terfel's and tenor Aled Jones' voices do not match. Bach-Gounod's popular "Ave Maria" is all swells and exaggerations. The rest of the program consists of folksongs, hymns, show and film tunes, inflated to operatic proportions and generally ending in a fade-out or a flourish. Even the title song is anything but simple. This record is not for purists who like their music performed the way the composer wrote it, but aficionados of great singing will love it. --Edith Eisler
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| Customer Reviews: Read 6 more reviews...
 The Ultimate Baritone February 8, 2008
Robert R. Mccone (Wilmington, DE)
I was compelled to buy this CD when I heard a few tracks from it on Sirius satellite radio. I had never heard of Bryn Terfel before and the discovery of his magnificent baritone voice was a surprising joy. Whether you're into classical music or not, this is a must-hear CD.
Bryn Terfel-"Simple Gifts" October 5, 2007
A. Spraker
Beautiful, moving rendition of some of my favorite music. Fantastically clear. Enjoyable as background or "just sit and listen music."
Bryn Terfel's beautiful voice. May 13, 2007
Dorothy A. Kreider
Bryn Terfel has a beautiful voice. Listening to him is very pleasant and definitely something to look forward to. I read a review saying he would replace tenor Pavroti. However, I believe that Mr. Terfel is a Baritone and not a Tenor. That does not detract from the fact that he should be considered one of the world's top male singers. His voice is truly impressive. This CD by Bryn Terfel is one from our collection that is outstanding and a favorite.
 Why do people think this guy can sing?? April 27, 2007
LK (Dallas, Texas)
0 out of 11 found this review helpful
Sorry, I think this guy is one of the most overrated singers out there today. He always sounds like he is singing holding his nose shut. VERY nasal sounding.
If you want to listen to an incredibly beautiful voice, buy one of Josh Groban's CD's--you won't regret it! He has the voice of the century!
Relaxing February 3, 2007
Ronald Dufel (Bonita, CA United States)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Excellent selection of music. It covers many different types. My wife likes being able to hear the words with out instruments drowning out the vocals. I find it relaxing and many of the songs are familiar and very well done.
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