Steve Nieve, the renowned pianist and composer, presents "Welcome to the Voice," a captivating album released on January 1, 2007, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon (DG) label. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 31 minutes, this album is a testament to Nieve's versatility and creativity, offering a diverse collection of tracks that blend classical, operatic, and contemporary influences.
The album opens with "Prologue of Dionysos," setting the stage for a journey through a variety of musical landscapes. From the haunting melodies of "Song of the Ghost of Carmen" and "Song of the Ghost of Butterfly" to the triumphant "To Be is Strong," Nieve showcases his ability to evoke a wide range of emotions. The album also features the enchanting "Perfume Song" and the dynamic "Troublemaker," demonstrating Nieve's knack for blending musical styles seamlessly.
"Welcome to the Voice" is not just a collection of songs but a cohesive exploration of sound and emotion. Steve Nieve's masterful composition and performance make this album a standout in his discography, offering listeners a rich and immersive musical experience. Whether you're a fan of classical music or simply appreciate well-crafted compositions, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Prologue of DionysosSteve Nieve, Sting, Brodsky Quartet, Ned Rothenberg, Marc Ribot, Antoine Quessada
Song of the Ghost of CarmenSteve Nieve, Sara Fulgoni, Sting, Brodsky Quartet, Ned Rothenberg, Marc Ribot, Antoine Quessada
Grand grand freedomSteve Nieve, Robert Wyatt, Sting, Brodsky Quartet, Ned Rothenberg, Marc Ribot, Antoine Quessada, London Voices
Unfailing Welcome to the VoiceSteve Nieve, Sting, Brodsky Quartet, Ned Rothenberg, Marc Ribot, Antoine Quessada
Song of the Ghost of ButterflySteve Nieve, Nathalie Manfrino, Brodsky Quartet, Ned Rothenberg, Marc Ribot, Antoine Quessada
Song of the Ghost of NormaSteve Nieve, Amanda Roocroft, Brodsky Quartet, Ned Rothenberg, Marc Ribot, Antoine Quessada
To Be is StrongSteve Nieve, Sting, Brodsky Quartet, Ned Rothenberg, Marc Ribot, Antoine Quessada
Perfume SongSteve Nieve, Barbara Bonney, Sting, Brodsky Quartet, Ned Rothenberg, Marc Ribot, Antoine Quessada
The Desire of DionysosSteve Nieve, Sting, Brodsky Quartet, Ned Rothenberg, Marc Ribot, Antoine Quessada
TroublemakerSteve Nieve, Elvis Costello, Robert Wyatt, Brodsky Quartet, Ned Rothenberg, Marc Ribot, Antoine Quessada, London Voices, Les Choeurs des Amis Francais
Don't Touch HimSteve Nieve, Barbara Bonney, Brodsky Quartet, Ned Rothenberg, Marc Ribot, Antoine Quessada
DistanciationSteve Nieve, Sting, Robert Wyatt, Barbara Bonney, Sara Fulgoni, Nathalie Manfrino, Amanda Roocroft, Brodsky Quartet, Ned Rothenberg, Marc Ribot, Antoine Quessada, London Voices, Les Choeurs des Amis Francais
HappinessSteve Nieve, Robert Wyatt, Sting, Brodsky Quartet, Ned Rothenberg, Marc Ribot, Antoine Quessada
DespairSteve Nieve, Elvis Costello, Sting, Barbara Bonney, Robert Wyatt, Nathalie Manfrino, Sara Fulgoni, Amanda Roocroft, Brodsky Quartet, Ned Rothenberg, Marc Ribot, Antoine Quessada
The Unlikely DuetSteve Nieve, Sting, Barbara Bonney, Sarah Fulgoni, Nathalie Manfrino, Amanda Roocroft, Robert Wyatt, Elvis Costello, Brodsky Quartet, Ned Rothenberg, Marc Ribot, Antoine Quessada, London Voices, Les Choeurs des Amis Francais
track by trackSteve Nieve, Sting, Barbara Bonney, Sarah Fulgoni, Nathalie Manfrino, Amanda Roocroft, Robert Wyatt, Elvis Costello, Brodsky Quartet, Ned Rothenberg, Marc Ribot, Antoine Quessada, London Voices, Les Choeurs des Amis Francais
air par airSteve Nieve, Muriel Teodori, Sting, Barbara Bonney, Sarah Fulgoni, Nathalie Manfrino, Amanda Roocroft, Robert Wyatt, Elvis Costello, Brodsky Quartet, Ned Rothenberg, Marc Ribot, Antoine Quessada, London Voices, Les Choeurs des Amis Francais
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