Wayfaring Stranger

Enrique Granados (Composer), Johann Paul Aegidius Martini (Composer), John Jacob Niles (Composer), Joaquin Rodrigo (Composer), Regino Sainz de la Maza (Composer), Franz Schubert (Composer), Matyas Seiber (Composer), Francisco Tarrega (Composer), Susanne Mentzer (Performer), Sharon Isbin (Performer) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Performer: Susanne Mentzer, Sharon Isbin
• Composer: Enrique Granados, Johann Paul Aegidius Martini, John Jacob Niles, Joaquin Rodrigo, Regino Sainz de la Maza, et al.
• Audio CD (October 27, 1998)
• SPARS Code: DDD
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Teldec
• ASIN: B00000DD9I
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #188,266 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Wayfaring Stranger, religious ballad

2. Red Rosey Bush, folk song

3. Black is the Color of My True Love's Hair, for voice & piano

4. The Nightingale

5. Go 'Way from My Window, for voice & piano

6. Zapateado for guitar

7. Aranjuez, ma pensée, for voice & guitar

8. Andaluza (Playera), for guitar or other instrument (arrangement of No.

9. Plaisir d'amour, for voice & piano (or orchestra)

10. Jeune fillette

11. Que ne suis-je la fougère!

12. L' amour s'envole

13. Maman, dites-moi, French folk song

14. Capricho árabe, for guitar

15. Ständchen

16. Heidenröslein ("Sah ein Knab..."), song for voice & piano, D. 257 (Op.

17. Nachtstück ("Wenn über Berge sich der Nebel breitet"), song for voice &

18. Reveillez-vous

19. J'ai descendu

20. Le Rossignol

See all 21 tracks on this disc

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

This is an intriguing collection of mostly folk and folk- influenced material in concert form. The splendid opera singer and recitalist Mentzer and the great guitarist Sharon Isbin have arranged their program for maximum variety, even including several guitar solos as interludes. Although Mentzer says she has long wanted to record the five American folksongs that open the program, she sounds a little uncomfortable in them, too large-scale and operatic in delivery. But the remainder of the disc is excellent, including three wonderful Schubert Lieder and the delightful French folksongs arranged by the almost-forgotten composer Mátyás Seiber. The performers and recording engineers collaborate to ensure that the guitar is always properly audible. And what a great way for fans of each artist to meet the other! --Leslie Gerber

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bravo - Mentzer is warm, rich and musically pleasing, March 24, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Wayfaring Stranger (Audio CD)

The strength of Mentzer's full mezzo is moving and most enjoyable to the ear and heart. A truthful and beatifully trained artist whose voice allows the listener to do just that "listen". Worthy and rich, full of contrast and life, I find Mentzer's singing very moving. A fine compliment is Isbin's generousity with guitar. Buy this.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bravo, July 30, 2000

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Dr. Alan D. Kardoff "animal lover" (Palm Bay, FL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Wayfaring Stranger (Audio CD)

This CD presents two marvelous artists who each perform magnificiently in solo roles. I had sought this CD to hear Sharon Isbin. Susanne Mentzer's voice was unfamiliar. No longer.

The CD consists of many folksongs, American and French plus British works and Lieder. The sound quality is superb. The symetry and synergy produced by Isbin and Mentzer has to be heard to be truly appreciated. Sometimes the voice or instrument is in the background. While writing I am listening to Mentzer and Isbin's guitar mastery provides a beautiful blend. There is one problem that I find. The title is misleading. After listening to this CD, most listeners will feel like neighbors, not strangers. They may be wandering but there is some direction. "Wayfaring" to me implies less direction. The music is spontaneous and moving. It is also free flowing rather than having each performer stick exactly to the scores. Yet they are in tandem. So, as they wander, their steps are in synct.(sp). I bought my copy on an auction. Now, I will look for more Mentzer works while continuing my search for more Isbin. If Erato shows its savvy, there should be an encore CD.

Bravo.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Moving musicality - the voice of Mentzer is soulful and rich, March 24, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Wayfaring Stranger (Audio CD)

Ms. Mentzer is a mezzo with a full rich range, yet very sensitive and moving. Her voice tells us she has love in a complicated life...as all fine artists share. Ms. Isbin is a fine compliment to Mentzer's brilliant and heartfelt singing. A fine addition to any music collection.