In Concert – Live at Sibelius Hall
Tarja Turunen · 2009
59 min · 12 tracks · classical music
A haunting blend of classical and operatic elements brought to life through Tarja's powerful vocal interpretations in a serene concert setting.
Top tracks — play these first
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Arkihuolesi kaikki heitä Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Ave Maria — This track exemplifies Turunen's operatic abilities, showcasing her dynamic range and emotional depth, making it a standout moment in the concert.
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You Would Have Loved This — A poignant tribute that connects personal loss with universal themes, this song highlights Turunen's lyrical sensitivity and vocal expressiveness.
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Walking In The Air — Turunen's rendition transforms this classic into an ethereal experience, perfectly blending her dramatic style with the song's enchanting melody.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends classical and operatic elements, showcasing Turunen's vocal strength in a live setting.
What we noticed
- The album features a live orchestral arrangement, with Tarja's vocals prominently leading each piece.
- Several pieces incorporate extended instrumental sections that showcase the orchestra's dynamics alongside Turunen's voice.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate concert experience
- steady pacing for reflection
- soaring vocals in quiet moments
- candlelit ambiance for relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat party atmosphere
- prefer shorter standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Showcases her vocal prowess in a significant live setting post-Nightwish.
- Themes
- operatic tribute· personal loss reflection
- Career context
- This album captures Tarja Turunen's transition from her role as the lead vocalist of Nightwish to her solo career, following her departure from the band in 2005. Released in 2009, it showcases her artistic evolution, embracing classical music while reinforcing her operatic roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nightwish· Within Temptation· Epica
Tracklist
- 1 Arkihuolesi kaikki heitä Start here 3:37
- 2 Ave Maria Op. 80 3:09
- 3 Ave Maria 5:45
- 4 Maa on niin kaunis 3:23
- 5 Varpunen jouluaamuna 5:17
- 6 Heinillä härkien 6:42
- 7 En etsi valtaa loistoa 4:08
- 8 Jouluyö, juhlayö (Silent Night) 5:10
- 9 Astral Bells 5:27
- 10 You Would Have Loved This 5:19
- 11 Walking In The Air 5:44
- 12 Improvisation: Variations sur un Noël 6:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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