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Ave Maria – En Plein Air

Tarja Turunen · 2015

48 min · 13 tracks · classical · power metal · traditional heavy metal

A serene blend of classical and operatic elements, showcasing Tarja Turunen's powerful vocals through diverse compositions of 'Ave Maria'.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • serene backdrop for reflection
  • steady pacing encourages deep listening
  • powerful vocals evoke emotional responses
  • consistent flow for peaceful moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer standalone tracks over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2015, Tarja Turunen released 'Ave Maria – En Plein Air' as her first album of classical repertoire after departing from Nightwish in 2005. This album marked a significant shift in her career, highlighting her exploration of classical music while reaffirming her status as a solo artist. It followed her successful releases in the rock and metal genres, demonstrating her versatility and artistic growth.
Stylistic neighbors
Nightwish· Within Temptation· Epica

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Ave Maria – Paolo Tosti 3:51
  • 2 Ave Maria – Axel von Kothen 3:01
  • 3 Ave Maria – David Popper 3:46
  • 4 Ave Maria – Camille Saint 4:28
  • 5 Ave Maria – Astor Piazzolla 5:13
  • 6 Ave Maria – J.S. Bach / Charles Gounod 2:48
  • 7 Ave Maria – Pietro Mascagni 3:31
  • 8 Ave Maria – Ferenc Farkas 2:17
  • 9 Ave Maria – Giulio Caccini 4:13
  • 10 Ave Maria – Michael Hoppé 3:52
  • 11 Ave Maria – Charles 3:29
  • 12 Ave Maria – Tarja Turunen 5:11
  • 13 Ave Maria Stella (i.e. Ave Maris Stella) – Edvard Grieg 2:47

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