Description
Sarah Brightman – A Winter Symphony CD
UPC: 5099924401128
MPN (Manufacturer Part Number): 2440112
Brand Name: Blue Note / Manhattan Records / EMI
Overview
A Winter Symphony is a magical seasonal album by internationally acclaimed soprano Sarah Brightman, blending classical elegance with contemporary warmth. Produced by Frank Peterson, this 2008 release showcases Sarah’s ethereal voice across a selection of beloved carols, timeless hymns, and modern holiday favorites.
From the serene beauty of “Silent Night” and “Ave Maria” (performed in duet with Fernando Lima), to the festive joy of “I Wish It Could Be Christmas Every Day”, A Winter Symphony invites listeners into a world of peace, reflection, and wonder. Sarah’s crystalline vocals and orchestral arrangements capture both the majesty and intimacy of the Christmas season—making this album a perennial favorite for winter celebrations.
Product Features
- Format: Audio CD, Stereo
- Genre: Classical Crossover / Holiday / Inspirational
- Style: Christmas, Pop-Classical, Orchestral
- Artist: Sarah Brightman
- Producer: Frank Peterson
- Label: Blue Note / Manhattan Records (EMI)
- Country of Origin: EU
- Language: English, Latin, and German (select tracks)
- Year of Release: 2008
- Runtime: Approximately 52 minutes
Interesting Facts
- A Collaboration of Cultures: The album includes international collaborations such as “Ave Maria” featuring Spanish countertenor Fernando Lima, merging classical tradition with modern sensibility.
- Seasonal Masterpiece: A Winter Symphony continues Sarah Brightman’s legacy as the world’s best-selling soprano, following her acclaimed albums La Luna and Time to Say Goodbye.
- Timeless Repertoire: The tracklist features both sacred hymns and contemporary Christmas pop, creating a harmonious blend suitable for listeners of all generations.
- Inspired Production: Produced by Frank Peterson, known for his work with Enigma and Gregorian, the album delivers lush soundscapes that balance spirituality and cinematic drama.
Track Listing
- Arrival
- Colder Than Winter
- Ave Maria (duet with Fernando Lima)
- Silent Night
- In the Bleak Midwinter
- I’ve Been This Way Before
- Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring
- Child in a Manger
- I Wish It Could Be Christmas Every Day
- Amazing Grace
- Ave Maria
- I Believe in Father Christmas
Publishers
Published under Blue Note / Manhattan Records / EMI, produced by Frank Peterson at Nemo Studios. Manufactured and printed in the EU.
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