"When I first learned of this CD, I was determined to buy it. Then I borrowed a copy from my friend and changed my mind. This is not something that you can listen to again and again. Mind you, I do love all the singers, and I am a die-hard Pavarotti fan. It is just that with all different kinds of music mixing together in one concert, each loses some fineness and its own touch. The ensemble singing is festive, but very messy. But what can I say? It is a charity concert. Buy it if you need to keep a souvenir of Pavarotti and Adams (and others) singing together."
Excellent live album
G. Sawaged | Canada | 11/08/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This is the 2nd in the 'Pavarotti and Friends' series of benefit concerts. Although there are not the large amount of "superstars" on this cd as later 'Friends' albums were to have, this is an excellent live recording, and I could and have listened to it many times. I don't understand the previous reviewers, but to each his own! This album also introduced me to the beautiful voice of Nancy Gustafson, and I definately want to check out her other work now. And who can resist the wonderful pairing of Pavarotti and Bryan Adams on "O Sole Mio". Worth the price in itself. One thing though .. I know this album and concert was done for charity, but nowhere in the booklet or cd cover does it say which charity is benefitting. The booklet includes lots of photos from the night. Recommended."
Fun
Richard D. Cappetto | Moodus, CT United States | 02/07/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This is a fun CD with many great singers and a good one. Of Course Pavarotti is one of the greatest voices ever; and along with Bocelli, Nancy Gustafson and Giorgia this CD is filled with great singing and Brian Adams is a good singer. Its just fun to hear Adams singing O Sola Mio with Pavarotti; and its Fun to Hear Pavarotti sing Moon River All for Love, etc.,. Highlights are Santa Lucia Luntana with Pav and Gustafson, Who Wants To Live Forever with Giorgia, Notte 'e Piscatore with Pav and Bocelli, and the two encores with everyone singing (All For Love and Brindisi). The Production of the CD is excelent as well."
Live Audience, Variety=Enjoyable Listening Experience
Edith Harvath | Buena Park, CA United States | 09/12/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"O.k., I admit it, I bought this CD because I'm a die hard Andrea Bocelli fan, but I discovered I really love the variety of singers and the spontaneity and excitement of the live performance at the Parco Novi Sad in Modena. Particular favorites--Bryan Adam's "Please Forgive Me," Pavarotti and Giorgia's "Santa Lucia Luntana," and the ensemble singing of "Brindisi." The combination of voices and styles, the live
audience, and the knowledge that the event was performed for charity, all add up to a very enjoyable listening experience."
Musical Potpourri
Daniel G. Berk | West Bloomfield, Michigan | 11/30/2000
(4 out of 5 stars)
"With the diversity of musical styles present on this recording, there is likely to be somthing to appeal to everyone, but, conversely, there is also likely to be something that any given listener will find unappealing. In addition, this was a live televised concert, and the visual aspect, missing on an audio recording, is a significant part of the appreciation of the performances. But having said that, this was a unique event, and the CD captures a piece of musical history."