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Nana Mouskouri: Classical

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I'm program director of a classical music radio station, and this disc has become a favorite with our morning drive audience -- less idiosyncratic than Sarah Brightman's popular but over-hyped offerings, and Mouskouri's voice is richer (though with less power) as well. Mouskouri has always been more popular in Europe than the US but has had a strong following in America anyway. Even her most ardent fans must have been surprised when this disc was released a few years ago, for it is a surprisingly elegant and moving interpretation of classical melodies. A few retain their original lyrics, and Mouskouri has added lyrics to some works that were originally instrumental, but everything is handled with grace and style. And that voice! Fluid, silky, always balanced -- it's a wonderful disc.

I am an opera fan and normally detest the sound of non-opera singers trying out their pipes on Mozart, Verdi, Rossini, Puccini, etc. I bought this disc years ago and it's been collecting dust. But since breaking it out, I can't stop listening. Nana's voice doesn't have the classical quality that I am used to from the likes of Kiri Te Kanawa and Mirella Freni, but she makes up for it with her unique style, although she gets a tad shrill on a couple of the songs. But considering she was about 55 when this was recorded it's amazing she still had such range and quality. The arrangements, orchestrations and chorus are breathtaking. Rodrigo's Concierto Aranjuez, with words, was a real surprise. The second movement has to be one of the all-time beautiful melodies ever written and what a perfect voice to sing it. Verdi's "Song for Liberty" from Nabucco is my favorite cut on the disc but there isn't one dud out of 18 tracks and that in itself is a marvel.

...when you hear Nana Mouskouri's rendition of the Bellini aria from Norma. This artist has been recording for at least 30 years or so-- and I have yet to hear her sing something badly-- she sings in Greek, English, French-- every language-- with astonishing beauty. Excellent

I am sorry to say that I had never heard of Nana before. That is to my detriment. This album is supurb. The music is real, the orchestration is very good, and Nana's voice is unequaled for this type of music. Based exclusively on this album, I plan to buy every one of her CD's I can find.

The CD was actually not for me , but a friend . However I would recommend this to anyone! Nana is great , was great and will forever be great ! However I do very much regret , to say it mild , that Amazon refuses to mail books and Cd`s to Israel . Why ? Also why Amazon Germany refused to send even to Holland , which is even more uncomprehensible ! Hoping you may have a change of heart and enable direct shipping to Israel. Thank you.

What a voice!

A unique compilation of musical pieces sung by one of the best. Not my most favorite Ave Maria, but the rest is very satisfying.

I have several of Nana's CD's. "The Classical Nana" is my favorite. I really enjoy this album, I think you might also.

I remembered my mom mentioned liking Nana Mouskouri once and purchased a concert DVD and a couple CDs (including this) for her birthday.
She said it was the best gift ever and couldn't be more grateful.
I went to visit her a couple weeks ago and she got me in her car to listen this record at a decent volume... WOW! beside those BMWs have really nice sound systems, Nana's voice is incredible...
Thanks for an unforgettable experience Nana!
PS. Got the music on my iPod already.