Folks & Tales
amarcord · 2013
53 min · 17 tracks · a cappella
A vibrant tapestry of global folk melodies, brought to life through intricate vocal harmonies and a cappella arrangements.
Top tracks — play these first
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Nine Hundred Miles Away from Home — This track exemplifies amarcord's ability to weave emotional storytelling into their harmonies, creating a haunting atmosphere that lingers long after listening.
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Waltzing Matilda — With its playful arrangement and lively rhythm, this rendition transforms the classic Australian folk song into an engaging choral piece that highlights the group's dynamic vocal range.
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Hava Nagila — The joyful energy of this traditional Jewish song is amplified by amarcord's intricate harmonies, making it a standout celebration of cultural unity within the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases diverse folk traditions through intricate vocal arrangements, making it distinctive within its genre.
What we noticed
- Vocal harmonies are layered intricately, with multiple voices often entering and exiting in a call-and-response style.
- Several tracks incorporate traditional rhythms and melodies from their respective cultures, enhancing the authenticity of the performances.
- The sequencing flows from slower, reflective pieces to more upbeat songs, maintaining listener engagement throughout.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Es klappert die Mühle am rauschenden Bach 2:08
- 2 Nine Hundred Miles Away from Home 3:34
- 3 No potho reosare 3:13
- 4 Smedsvisa 2:26
- 5 The last Rose of Summer 3:45
- 6 Waltzing Matilda 2:36
- 7 Arirang 2:55
- 8 Pen-pen de Sarapen 1:15
- 9 Da N´ase 4:24
- 10 Cockles and Mussels 2:40
- 11 Habanera Tú 3:07
- 12 Sakura, sakura 3:03
- 13 Lom Nao 2:44
- 14 Wa Kusnitze 4:21
- 15 Červená Růžičko 2:55
- 16 Hava Nagila 3:36
- 17 Pūt, vējiņi 4:31
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