In Concert – Live at Sibelius Hall cover

In Concert – Live at Sibelius Hall

Tarja Turunen · 2009

59 min · 12 tracks · classical · power metal · traditional heavy metal

A spellbinding fusion of classical and operatic traditions brought to life by Tarja's soaring vocals in an intimate concert setting.

Why this album works

This live album is notable for its critical reception, highlighting Tarja's successful crossover from metal to classical music. It showcases her vocal prowess and has been praised for its arrangements of traditional songs, establishing her as a prominent figure in both genres.
Career context
Released in 2009, 'In Concert – Live at Sibelius Hall' was Turunen's first live album after her departure from Nightwish, marking a significant transition in her career. This album captures her artistic exploration of classical music and symphonic metal, showcasing her growth as a solo artist following her earlier works that defined the symphonic metal genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Snowy Shaw· Sissel Kyrkjebø· Charlotte Church

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Arkihuolesi kaikki heitä 3:37
  • 2 Ave Maria Op. 80 3:09
  • 3 Ave Maria Standout 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 Standout 5:19
  • 11 Walking In The Air Standout 5:44
  • 12 Improvisation: Variations sur un Noël 6:04

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