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What I Did for Love

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This incredibly talented lady can only be a breath away from super-stardom. Her vocal range and her choice of songs is sublime, and these tracks will just knock you out with their charm, power, excitement and achingly beautiful arrangements. I have just seen Caroline in Sydney in her new show, "Piaf." It is an absolute tour de force, and she is truly one of today's great musical stars. This album is an absolute must for anyone who wants to listen to one of the first ladies of song. Take a bow, Caroline, this album is a knockout!

I have the two solo records of Carol O'Connor. I prefer her second record, From Stage to Screen. However, I must admit that I am blown away by this singer everytime I listen to this CD. It is definitely a "resume" type of record highlighting her strengths as a character singer. Some notable renditions are "Who Will Love me As I am", "Don't Rain on My Parade", and the two songs from All that Jazz. I am not so fond of the song "The Story Goes On", however, i learned to appreciate it after hearing Carol O'Connor's version. Another good song (on another CD) is Kissing You, a "must-hear". If you are tired of those "lyrical singers", sopranos, and Broadway vocalists (which seem to sound all the same), try the lady from down-under. Note: Time Heals Everything is nice as well, but her version of the song in the Mack and Mabel CD is better.

I first came across Caroline when I saw her perform the role of Velma Kelly in a revival of Chicago The Musical in Melbourne and Sydney. I was so totally blown away by the performance of Caroline that I ended up seeing the show 4 times. Needless to say I was estatic when I found Caroline had released a solo CD. Caroline is not merely performing, but she becomes totally engrossed in the role so the audience sees the true character and not just a performer playing a part. This really comes across on this CD - the characterisations on this compliation of musical numbers really comes across, which is no doubt helped by Caroline's wide vocal range and her ability to change from sweet soft singing to gutsy outpouring of emotion, sometimes even in the same song. This CD is packed with wonderful numbers from a wide range of musicals, my personal favourite being 'Who will love me as I am'. Even if you're just remotely interested in musicals, buy this CD. you won't be disappointed.

Caroline O'Connor is a wonderful find! The song list on this album covers all my favorites from the last dozen or so years and she does justice to all of them. Caroline tries to do them as originally inteneded rather than "jazzing them up" which would have diminished the album. Great stuff - keep it coming!

After seeing this power house woman perform live on stage,on two continents, I was elated to see she had released a debut Album.Believe me, you will be thrilled with this showcase of her work. Virtually every track is taken from a musical production that she has appeared in. All I can say is I can't wait for the next addition to my Caroline O'Connor discography.

Caroline o'connor the leading lady of the australian production of "CHICAGO".Proves onces and for all with this c.d. that she is one of musical theatres brightest stars.The 15 or so tracks that are on this c.d. are mostly from productions that o'connor has stared in."ALL THAT JAZZ" and "NOWADAYS that bookend this amazing c.d.showcases the vocal range that this young woman has.Highlights which there are many, included a powerful version of"DON'T RAIN ON MY PARADE",that streisand herself would be proud of!!! From the musical "SIDESHOW" o'connor takes the number"WHO WOULD LOVE ME AS I AM" and turns into a solo instead of a duet,that in time to come could be her signture tune.Overall this c.d. is a powerhouse of vocal fireworks from one the best in the business.If you love musical theatre you have to have this c.d

Caroline O'Connor's new CD "What I Did For Love" is a fantastic combination of Broadway songs that shows off her powerful and emotional voice at it's best! Combined with some cuts representing her starring role as Velma Kelly in the Australian production of CHICAGO, Caroline's CD includes "Love Me As I Am" from SIDESHOW which will bring tears to your eyes. Her rendition of "Don't Rain On My Parade" easily challenges Barbra Streisand's classic, and the wide variety of Caroline's other excellent numbers truly show off the versitality of this great performer. I can't wait for what may be next! Thank you, Caroline, for treating us to this musical gift!! -- Robert Neal Marshall

For anyone who has ever been thrilled by the vocal performance of a star in a Broadway show...this is a must have. Caroline O'Connor belts her way through some of the stage's greatest songs with a voice that both soars and thrills. This is what a musical star is made of. She rightfully takes her place along side the diva's Elaine Paige, Betty Buckley, and Patti Lupone with showstopper after showstopper. Her range and emotional performance on sweeping ballads is nothing short of brilliant. I can't wait for the next album...encore Miss O'Connor!!!