Released 20 years ago this November
Henkäys Ikuisuudesta
Tarja Turunen · 2006
58 min · 14 tracks · classical music
A lush blend of operatic vocals and classical arrangements, enveloping listeners in a serene, reflective atmosphere.
Top tracks — play these first
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Kuin henkäys ikuisuutta Start here — The opening track sets a deeply atmospheric tone for the album, blending ethereal vocals with orchestral elements that embody the overarching theme of eternity.
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Ave Maria — This rendition showcases Turunen’s operatic prowess, transforming the traditional piece into a powerful expression of emotion that resonates throughout her vocal range.
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You Would Have Loved This — A poignant tribute that highlights Turunen's lyrical depth and personal connection to loss, this track stands out for its heartfelt delivery and melodic beauty.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong compositions with operatic vocals and classical arrangements, though it remains somewhat conventional in its approach.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of orchestral arrangements that support the operatic vocals, creating a lush soundscape throughout.
- Each track is structured around a central theme or melody, often incorporating traditional classical elements and choral backing.
- Several tracks include interludes of instrumental passages that allow for reflection before returning to the vocal lines.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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whether it sounds like itself
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting vocal performances throughout
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- timeless arrangements for quiet evenings
- gradual resolution with emotional depth
- warmth for holiday gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of upbeat tempos
- prefer standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — First solo album post-Nightwish, establishing her as a solo artist.
- Themes
- eternal longing· operatic devotion· personal loss tribute
- Career context
- Released on November 8, 2006, Henkäys Ikuisuudesta marked Tarja Turunen's first solo album after her departure from Nightwish in 2005. This album showcased her transition into a more classical and operatic style, diverging from the heavy metal roots that defined her earlier work with the band. The project was an important step in establishing her identity as a solo artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nightwish· Within Temptation· Epica
Tracklist
- 1 Kuin henkäys ikuisuutta Start here 4:33
- 2 You Would Have Loved This 4:00
- 3 Happy New Year 4:11
- 4 En etsi valtaa, loistoa 3:30
- 5 Happy Christmas (War Is Over) 4:36
- 6 Varpunen jouluaamuna 3:28
- 7 Ave Maria 6:16
- 8 The Eyes of a Child 4:27
- 9 Mökit nukkuu lumiset 4:18
- 10 Jo joutuu ilta 3:11
- 11 Marian poika 3:32
- 12 Magnificat: Quia respexit 3:37
- 13 Walking in the Air 4:40
- 14 Jouluyö, juhlayö 3:46
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