- Audio CD (Nov 25 2008)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Label: Universal Music
- ASIN: B001JL34CA
- Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
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Amazon Bestsellers Rank:
#622 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
- #4 in Music > Opera & Vocal > Operettas
- #55 in Music > Classical
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Track Listings
| 1. Adagio |
| 2. Always There |
| 3. Luna |
| 4. Because we Believe |
| 5. I Only know how to Love |
| 6. Home I'll Be |
| 7. Belle |
| 8. Sempre Vicino |
| 9. One More Day |
| 10. La Califfa |
| 11. Watching Over Me |
| 12. Remember Me |
Product Description
The members of the quartet the Canadian Tenors are eager to distance themselves from the term "popera," and prefer to call what they do crossover, but in fact, their sound and repertoire are not that far from groups associated with popera, like Il Divo. The Canadian Tenors don't sing opera; their first Decca release is made up of arrangements of pop and folk classics, and includes only one classical piece, a version of Albinoni's "Adagio," with words by Lara Fabian and Remo Giazotto. Three of the members, Fraser Walters (a former member of Chanticleer), Victor Micallef, and Remigio Pereira, have backgrounds in classical training, and it serves them well in singing with full, warm, expansive tone. The group's newest member, Clifton Murray, comes from the gospel tradition, and while he blends well with the others, the lightness of his tone provides a nice contrast, especially in solo passages. There is a special appeal in the sound of the four men's voices in close harmony, particularly since their emphasis is on the ensemble, and not a competition in virtuosity to see who can sing the highest and loudest. The group's sound is characterized by big, richly orchestrated arrangements, augmented by backup vocals, exotic instrumental effects, and a driving rock beat. Credited to a variety of arrangers, the instrumentals are exceptionally well-crafted, with plenty of color and emotional punch, and they are performed well, most of them by the Moscow Film Orchestra. The Canadian Tenors are credited with most of the vocal arrangements, which skillfully exploit the strengths of the group and give the individuals opportunities to shine in solos. If there's any fault with the album, it's in the similarity of the effect of so many of the tracks: throbbing, soulful ballads, which, taken together, can feel romantically overheated and relentlessly intense. The album is beautifully engineered, with vivid, creatively balanced sound. ~ Stephen Eddins, Rovi All Music Guide
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Canadian Tenors - CD,
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This review is from: The Canadian Tenors (Audio CD)
I saw this group perform live, and the hair on my arms stood up! They are a 10 out of 10. They're young, charismatic, and unbelievably talented.I wish they had come out with a Christmas CD!
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Pride of Canada,
By Azorean Princess (Vancouver, British Columbia Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Canadian Tenors (Audio CD)
I bought several copies of this CD as gifts for family and friends. The wonderful blend of tenor voices makes for an extremely enjoyable listening experience. Here are some of the best quotes I've come across:"Lords of the Sing" "A voice like warm chocolate" (on Remigio Pereira) "An angelic voice" (on Fraser Walters) Having attended several live performances, I can say that these young men know how to move an audience - from tears to laughter. Their beautiful voices, unique interpretation of songs, and down-to-earth, boy-next-door personalities (not to mention good looks!) make them the "Pride of Canada".
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fabulous Canadian Talent,
By Olga (Olga WA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Canadian Tenors (Audio CD)
I had the privilege of seeing this amazing group sing live at the Royal Theatre on December 21st in Victoria. Each voice is distinct and yet they come together in a beautiful melodic blend that gave me goosebumps. These men are amazing. Not only can they sing in various languages and genres, but they also compose, play instruments and know how to entertain a crowd with good humour. It was a real pleasure to see them perform and I feel they are just as good as Il Divo. I wish them every success as they launch their first CD. This is only the beginning and I'm sure they will have a long and fulfilling career together.
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