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 enlarge | Artist: Libera
Creators: Johann Sebastian Bach, Giulio Caccini, Enya, Steven Geraghty, Don Kay, New English Hymnal, Hubert Parry, Robert Prizeman, Robert Skellern, Brian Wilson, City Of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra, Ian Tilley, Ian Lynn, Sam Coates
Label: Emi Classics
Category: Music
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Avg. Customer Rating:  10 reviews
Sales Rank: 2324
Format: Enhanced
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.9
Dimensions (in): 5.4 x 4.9 x 0.4
EAN: 5099951935405
ASIN: B0013D8K1Y
Release Date: September 2, 2008
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New Dawn--Libera At Its Best May 15, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Libera's latest effort is appropriately titled "New Dawn". While many of the 14 tracks are similar to those on previous releases, there ia an attempt to branch out. This is quite evident with "Orinoco Flow". Included is "Love and Mercy" by Brian Wilson of Beach Boy fame. The traditional hymns and classical pieces have been reworked by Libera's director Robert Prizeman. Mr. Prizeman has altered these to fit the unique "Libera sound". One track, "Never Be Alone", is a piece with music by former Libera treble Steven Geraghty who now assists with Libera's sound engineering. There are also several new boys in Libera that sing on the CD. Thus, in many ways this is truly a "new dawn" for Libera. What has not changed is the high quality, joy and wonder that is Libera!
boy wonders of London April 29, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This cd is a reflection of their current US concert tour. I was fortunate enough to see them in Hartford recently. I purchased a couple of cd's of theirs before buying concert tickets. After hearing them, I immediately got the tickets. It was one of the best live musical experiences I've had in years. I'd recommend this to any lover of male choral music.
 Beautiful voices once again, but..... April 18, 2008
3 out of 7 found this review helpful
After waiting with high anticipation quite a time for the new offering by the fantastic young men of LIBERA, I was delighted when it finally arrived. Then listening to the first song, I just knew I would love every minute of it. But...sad to say (and this is just my opinion and my tastes), this new CD just "didn't do it for me", as the saying goes.
I was hoping for more like the first song, a little more upbeat.
Still the same beautiful voices; still the same quality of recording; and still a pleasant overall listening experience. If you love LIBERA, there is still much to enjoy on "New Dawn". If you are new to them, I'd recommend buying some of their earlier releases for certain.
Great New CD from Libera April 9, 2008
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
Apparently the US release of "New Dawn" was delayed significantly. After waiting several weeks for the Amazon US release, I was fortunate enough to procure a copy while driving through Canada on my way home from a Libera concert.
While some of the previous Libera recordings contained new versions of works they had previously recorded, "New Dawn" contains pretty much all new material. It contains a wide repertoire from more contemporary songs like Enya's "Orinoco Flow" and Brian Wilson's "Love and Mercy" to classically inspired songs such as "In Paradisum" based on the Mass. Of course it was "Love and Mercy" that Libera performed for a host of dignitaries during the Kennedy Center Honors in December, 2007.
Everything on the CD is very well done. After meeting some of the boys from Libera and really comprehending how young many of them are, I am even more impressed with the quality and professionalism of their music. Libera is not just another boy's choir. They have a very unique sound. I would recommend this CD to anyone.
In order to keep this review short, I will just comment on a few of my favorite numbers. "Gloria" is based on the third movement of Camille Saint-Saens' Third Symphony (a.k.a. "The Organ Symphony.") This has always been one of my favorites. The vocal treatment in "Gloria" is very uplifting.
I don't recall hearing "Rest in Peace" (by Peter Skellern) prior to the Libera concert I attended, but it is fast becoming one of my favorites on the "New Dawn" CD. Tom Cully did the solo at the concert as well as on the CD. His technical proficiency on this number (as well as others) is phenomenal - especially considering that he's only 13. This song is very beautiful, and I think a lot of people will find it very inspirational. If you like "Rest in Peace," you'll also like "May the Road Rise Up" base on the traditional Irish blessing. Robert Prizeman, the director and conductor of Libera, wrote this.
Finally, I need to mention "The Lamb" by William Blake and Don Kay. While I was not previously familiar with this number, I think it is meant to portray a small child talking to a lamb. Benedict Phillip (a.k.a. "mini Ben" if you've seen the DVD or been to a concert) is the soloist. His voice is so charming on this piece, and it gives just the right feel to it.
Again, this is another great CD from Libera and highly recommended.
Libera New Dawn April 1, 2008
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
Viva Libera!!
Bravo, Another outstanding album! "New Dawn" contains a number of new selections by Libra.
As usual Tom Cully, Josh Madine, Liam Connery and Ed Day demonstrate their abilities in the "Air" (on the G string) these solos are absolutely beautiful. You must hear it to believe the awesome beauty!
"Ave Maria", and in "In Paradisum" are repeats but done very well. I truly would love to hear the Schubert version of Ave Maria, the group would bring a new vista to this old favorite.
On the negative side, I particularly like Jerusalem, it is one of my favorites. The boys did an outstanding job for what they did, that is to say they did not perform the entire song. I would suggest that they do the full version on a future album.
If you are a Libera fan, as I am this album is a must have! If you are new to Libera's melodic tones and harmony this is a great place to start. Buy it!!
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