Pokarekare Ana - Hayley Westenra, Francois Rive, Robbie McIntosh, The Metro Voices, Te Tau Choir, Jenny O'Grady, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Ian Dean
River of Dreams (adapted from "Winter")
Dell'Amore Non Si Sa - Hayley Westenra, Andrea Bocelli
Shenandoah
The Water Is Wide
Songbird
Both Sides Now
Ave Maria
Benedictus
Amazing Grace
Danny Boy
Summer Rain
Never Say Goodbye (Adapted from "Pavane")
O mio babbino caro
May It Be/Fellowship of The Ring
Ave Maria
Now Is The Hour (Po Atarau/Haere Ra)
2008 compilation from the New Zealand soprano. From her 2003 debut Pure to 2007's Treasure, this collection highlights the talent and versatility of one of the most recognized voices in modern classical music. Hayley spent... more » her childhood immersing herself in music and theatre. She studied violin, piano and ballet and had appeared in forty amateur stage musicals in Christchurch by the time she was eleven. Since then, she's wowed audiences all around the world with her wonderful voice. Featuring 'Ave Maria', 'Danny Boy', 'Amazing Grace' and 'Never Say Goodbye'- this is a must for all fans. Universal. 2008.« less
2008 compilation from the New Zealand soprano. From her 2003 debut Pure to 2007's Treasure, this collection highlights the talent and versatility of one of the most recognized voices in modern classical music. Hayley spent her childhood immersing herself in music and theatre. She studied violin, piano and ballet and had appeared in forty amateur stage musicals in Christchurch by the time she was eleven. Since then, she's wowed audiences all around the world with her wonderful voice. Featuring 'Ave Maria', 'Danny Boy', 'Amazing Grace' and 'Never Say Goodbye'- this is a must for all fans. Universal. 2008.
"If you don't have any of Hayley's albums this is the perfect place to start. With tracks from her previous albums Pure, Odyssey and Treasure.
There three new recordings on the album too !
Now Is The Hour in Maori and English was a huge hit worldwide before Music Charts were even invented. This song is worth the price of the album on its own and Hayley's version is beautifully performed.
A delicate interpretation of Songbird, the Christine MacVie classic.
Also a new recording of Ave Maria demonstrating how much Hayley's voice has matured recently.
the album has 17 great songs to soothe the mind and soul"
"One of the best informative items on Amazon.com for this product was where you could listen to clips of the music tracks. They provided enough information to discern whether or not I would like the CD. The CD came in in just the condition that I expected and it was perfect. I listen to it every day in my car. Thanks!"
A beautiful young voice
Rev. A. Trethowan | Perth, Western Australia | 09/03/2009
(4 out of 5 stars)
"From the first time I heard Hayley Westenra I was spellbound by the light high and fine voice with very accurate pitch. I descrbed to a friend that she reminded me of both Kiri Te Kanowa, and Teddy Tahu Rhodes as a remarkable voice from the land of the Long White Cloud. After her time with Celtic Woman, Hayley has become confident and professional. The songs on the River of Dreams are rendered with almost a choirboy like purity and simplicity. Both of the Ave Marie's are exceptional and convey a clear movement of the heart. I look forward to the maturity of Hayleys voice and interpretation as she is still very young. My hope is that in a few years she may engage more of the Bell Canto repetiore as she has a voice that could fit this beautifully."
Music made beautiful by an angelic voice
Allan T. Nakama | 06/29/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"First heard her singing with Celtic Woman and was amazed at the beauty of her voice, searched the web for other performances by her and after listening to several I knew I had to get clean recordings. Listen to her singing and become a believer."
Marvelous voice.
Chan fan | sf bay area | 05/04/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
""Danny Boy" brought tears to my eyes, and "May it B. is comparable to Enya's original."