Beyond

William Joseph | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (May 20, 2008)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Warner Brothers
• ASIN: B0014XCMV2
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (54 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #11,544 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

"I love William’s musicality, his writing and the magic he weaves on the piano. He has a unique gift the whole world should hear."—David Foster

Josh Groban, Michael Bublé and William Joseph have many things in common—they are young, they are not your typical music artists, and they are shepherded in their careers by illustrious producer David Foster. Groban and Bublé have become major stars; Joseph is on his way. With his second major-label album, Beyond, the inventive, impassioned pianist and songwriter reaches beyond the boundaries of the contemporary instrumental genre to touch a new generation.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

22 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Thank You William!, May 25, 2008

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Dean K. Staub - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Beyond (Audio CD)

First, I'd like to say THANK YOU to William Joseph for giving us this kind of rare, piano driven, quality production!! -------Joseph is involved in almost every aspect of this album, and what we have is NOT 'new age' music as Amazon likes to classify it, but a piano driven, eclectic selection of well produced songs.-----Joseph's pieces, unlike a lot of 'new age' music, are NEVER far from a strong melodic structure. This music DOES have definite classical and even pop sensibilities, which make it perfect for my tastes!---------In other words, if you like a variety of piano driven songs, with a variety of speed and style within a structured, well-produced framework, then you will LOVE this album!!--------Yes, you do have to 'walk and chew gum at the same time' somewhat to keep up with the variety of selections here. Yet, if you are like me----- constantly looking for piano artists who are not afraid to venture beyond a 'purely classical' framework, yet will still show the beauty of the piano and all it can do with a little adventure outside 'the box' so to speak of a particular 'style' of music,--- then!, you are ready for an artist like Joseph William!------Then also, after you purchase this 'gift to your ears', go and get his first album 'Within'!------With such a fine selection of songs from two albums, now go ahead and re-arrange all his songs if you want according to your mood when you listen, and I very much appreciate Mr. Joseph giving us such a variety of musical moods that this can be done again and again.---- To be sure, you will love the piano even more because of these fine albums. I have not been able to stop listening to them since I purchased them! -----Thanks again William!!--------Can't wait for album number three.-------and happy listening everyone!

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars WILLIAM IS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!, May 30, 2008

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"sew4fun" (Utah) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Beyond (Audio CD)

Wow! What a CD - I love his style and talent! I have seen him play at Clay Aiken's concert and wanted to hear more. Truly a gifted artist.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent second album!, May 25, 2008

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The Countess - See all my reviews

This review is from: Beyond (Audio CD)

I owned Joseph's first album and absolutely loved it so I was definitely psyched to learn that he came out with a new one. Joseph has mad talent in conveying emotions through piano. Cinema Paradiso is nothing short of amazing! It makes my heart soar every time I hear it. All of the tracks are really pleasant and relaxing. If you love classical music, you should buy this album.