Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Leontyne Price with "Singers of the Century: Leontyne Price – Spiritual and Religious Songs." Released on June 3, 2016, under the Jube Classic label, this album is a masterful collection of spiritual and religious songs, showcasing Price's extraordinary vocal prowess and emotional depth. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 4 minutes, the album features a rich tapestry of arrangements by notable composers such as Harry T. Burleigh, William Lawrence, and Leontyne Price herself, among others.
The tracklist is a journey through both traditional and classical pieces, including beloved spirituals like "Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit," "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot," and "Deep River," as well as timeless religious songs like "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing," "O Holy Night," and "Ave Maria." Price's renditions are not just performances but profound interpretations that resonate with authenticity and grace. Her voice, a powerful instrument of expression, brings a new dimension to these cherished melodies, making this album a testament to her enduring legacy in the world of opera and classical music. Whether you are a longtime fan or a newcomer to Leontyne Price's work, this album is a captivating exploration of her artistry and the enduring power of spiritual and religious music.
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Tracks
Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit (Arr. H.T. Burleigh & L. de Paur)Traditional, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur, Studio Chorus
Let Us Break Bread Together on Our Knees (Arr. W. Lawrence & L. de Paur)Traditional, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur, Studio Chorus
His Name So Sweet (Arr. H. Johnson & L. de Paur)Traditional, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur, Studio Chorus
Roun' About de Mountains (Arr. R. Hayes & L. de Paur)Traditional, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur, Studio Chorus
Swing Low, Sweet Chariot (Arr. L. de Paur)Traditional, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur, Studio Chorus
Sit Down, Servant (Arr. M. Bonds)Traditional, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur, Studio Chorus
Were You ThereTraditional, Leontyne Price
He's Got the Whole World in His Hands (Arr. M. Bonds)Traditional, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur, Studio Chorus
Deep River (Arr. L. de Paur)Traditional, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur, Studio Chorus
Honor! Honor! (Arr. H. Johnson & L. de Paur)Traditional, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur, Studio Chorus
My Soul's Been Anchored in the Lord (Arr. F. Price & L. de Paur)Traditional, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur, Studio Chorus
On Ma Journey (Arr. E. Boatner & L. de Paur)Traditional, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur, Studio Chorus
A City Called Heaven (Arr. L. de Paur)Traditional, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur, Studio Chorus
Ride On, King Jesus (Arr. L. de Paur)Traditional, Leontyne Price, Leonard de Paur, Studio Chorus
Sweet Li'l JesusTraditional, Leontyne Price
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing (After Mendelssohn's MWV D 4)Felix Mendelssohn, Leontyne Price, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Studio Chorus
We Three Kings of Orient AreJohn Henry Hopkins, Leontyne Price, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Studio Chorus
It Came upon the Midnight ClearRichard S. Willis, Leontyne Price, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Studio Chorus
God Rest Ye Merry, GentlemenTraditional, Leontyne Price, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Studio Chorus
Ellens Gesang III, Op. 52, No. 6, D. 839 "Ave Maria" (Arr. G. Sabatini)Franz Schubert, Leontyne Price, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Studio Chorus
O Holy NightAdolphe Adam, Leontyne Price, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Studio Chorus
Exsultate jubilate, K. 165: III. AlleluiaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leontyne Price, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Studio Chorus
Ave Maria, CG 89a (Arr. C. Sabatini)Charles Gounod, Johann Sebastian Bach, Leontyne Price, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Studio Chorus