Charlotte ChurchRecensioni

Charlotte Church's classically trained voice shines on this CD. There are old familiar Christmas tunes and those that are rarely heard. One of the things I love about this collection is that I can understand every word. No matter what you might think of her later life it cannot be denied that her 14-year-old voice was spectacular.

Charlotte Church: Voice of an Angel. Library section 15: adult media. This wonderful debut CD was recorded when the Welsh soprano was 12. Her bell-like clear voice does justice to this selection of religious selections such as “Pie Jesu” by Andrew Lloyd-Webber, “Panis Angelicus,” “Ave Maria,” and “Amazing Grace,” as well as traditional songs from the British isles like the ethereal “Danny Boy” and “Three Welsh Bird Songs.” It is a fantastic debut album and uplifting, spiritual listening. It is so expressive of her national heritage too. I don’t know how a voice such as this can be improved upon, but she has become a mature singer of great vocal depth and musicianship. Her meticulous early training, as heard on this album, has allowed her to mature as a singer and performer, without falling prey to pitfalls that sometimes ensnare other young singers.