Yma Sumac – The Ultimate Yma Sumac Collection: A Journey Through Exotic Melodies

Product Information

• Title: Yma Sumac – The Ultimate Yma Sumac Collection
• Format: CD, Compilation, Stereo & Mono
• UPC: 724352143429
• Label: Capitol Records – 7243 5 21434 2 9
• Catalog Numbers: UK: 5214342; FPM 520
• Country: Europe
• Released: January 2000
• Genre: Jazz, Latin, Pop, Folk, World, & Country
• Style: Easy Listening, Latin Jazz, Mambo, Folk, Vocal, Exotica

Overview

Yma Sumac – The Ultimate Yma Sumac Collection is a captivating compilation that encapsulates the mystique and vocal brilliance of the legendary Peruvian soprano Yma Sumac. Featuring a rich blend of jazz, Latin, pop, folk, and world influences, this album highlights both remastered classics and previously unreleased stereo tracks. Arranged by Moises Vivanco—with additional contributions by Paul Campbell—this collection invites listeners on an auditory journey through ancient Andean melodies and modern tropical rhythms, all delivered with Sumac’s signature, mesmerizing vocal range.

Spanish Translation – Descripción General

Yma Sumac – La Colección Definitiva de Yma Sumac es un recopilatorio cautivador que encierra el misticismo y la brillantez vocal de la legendaria soprano peruana Yma Sumac. Con una rica mezcla de influencias de jazz, latino, pop, folk y música del mundo, este álbum reúne tanto clásicos remasterizados como pistas en estéreo inéditas. Arreglado por Moises Vivanco—con aportes adicionales de Paul Campbell—esta colección invita a los oyentes a emprender un viaje auditivo a través de melodías andinas ancestrales y ritmos tropicales modernos, todo ello interpretado con la inconfundible y hipnótica extensión vocal de Sumac.

Product Features

Key Details

• Media & Format: CD compilation available in stereo and mono formats
• Release Region: Issued in Europe by Capitol Records
• Musical Range: Showcases an eclectic mix spanning jazz, Latin, pop, folk, world, and country genres
• Track Highlights:
  • Includes 21 tracks featuring evocative titles such as “Taita Inty (Virgin Of The Sun God),” “Ataypura (High Andes),” and “Xtabay (Lure Of The Unknown Love)”
  • Features previously unreleased stereo recordings and remastered classics
• Arrangements & Production:
  • Majority of tracks arranged and composed by Moises Vivanco
  • Selected tracks (e.g., track 16 “Wimoweh”) feature arrangements by Paul Campbell

Interesting Facts

• A Vocal Legend:
  Yma Sumac, born Zoila Emperatriz Chávarri Castillo, became world-renowned for her astonishing vocal range and exotic sound that defied musical conventions.
• Musical Fusion:
  Sumac’s recordings blend traditional Peruvian influences with modern arrangements, a pioneering approach that introduced global audiences to the wonders of Andean music.
• Artistic Collaborations:
  Many tracks are the result of the creative partnership between Yma Sumac and her then-husband, Moises Vivanco, whose compositions and arrangements remain integral to her enduring legacy.
• Production Excellence:
  This compilation features select tracks mastered at Tower Mastering and Glass mastered at EMI Uden, ensuring a pristine listening experience that honors the original recordings.

Spanish Translation – Datos Interesantes

• Una Leyenda Vocal:
  Yma Sumac, cuyo nombre real es Zoila Emperatriz Chávarri Castillo, se ganó el reconocimiento mundial por su asombroso registro vocal y su sonido exótico que desafía las convenciones musicales.
• Fusión Musical:
  Las grabaciones de Sumac combinan influencias tradicionales peruanas con arreglos modernos, en un enfoque pionero que introdujo al público global en las maravillas de la música andina.
• Colaboraciones Artísticas:
  Muchos temas son fruto de la colaboración creativa entre Yma Sumac y su entonces esposo, Moises Vivanco, cuyas composiciones y arreglos forman parte esencial de su legado perdurable.
• Excelencia en Producción:
  Esta colección incluye pistas selectas masterizadas en Tower Mastering y Glass Mastered en EMI Uden, garantizando una experiencia auditiva impecable que honra las grabaciones originales.

Track Listing

1. Taita Inty (Virgin Of The Sun God) – 3:06
2. Najala's Lament – 3:04
3. Ataypura (High Andes) – 2:44
4. Bo Mambo – 3:19
5. Kuyaway (Inca Love Song) – 2:34
6. Tumpa (Earthquake) – 3:02
7. Taki Rari – 2:40
8. Chuncho (The Forest Creatures) – 3:18
9. Monos (Monkeys) – 3:20
10. Suray Surita – 3:09
11. Wanka (The Seven Winds) – 2:32
12. Negrito Filomino – 3:11
13. Huayno – 3:41 (Previously unreleased)
14. Inca Waltz – 2:27 (Previously unreleased)
15. Babalu – 3:28
16. Wimoweh – 3:00 (Arranged by Paul Campbell)
17. Xtabay (Lure Of The Unknown Love) – 2:49
18. La Molina – 2:23 (Stereo version)
19. Llora Corazon – 3:15
20. La Pampa Y La Puna – 3:02 (Stereo version)
21. Virgenes Del Sol – 3:25 (Stereo version)

Publishers

This compilation is released by Capitol Records with full copyright protection. It is marketed and distributed by EMI. The album was mastered at Tower Mastering and EMI Uden, with artistic direction provided by renowned industry professionals including Cheryl Pawelski, Tom Cartwright, and Alan Eichler. Special thanks are extended to Yma Sumac for her enduring legacy.

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