Is My Heart a good place to start with Sissel Kyrkjebø?

Yes, My Heart is recommended as a starting point for new Sissel Kyrkjebø listeners. A lush blend of classical elegance and pop sensibility, showcasing Sissel's ethereal vocals across diverse emotional landscapes. By the time 'My Heart' was released in 2003, Sissel Kyrkjebø had already established herself as a prominent figure in the classical crossover genre. This album followed her successful collaboration with Andrea Bocelli on 'Time to Say Goodbye,' marking a pivotal moment in her career as she sought to blend operatic and pop elements more seamlessly.

My Heart works well if you're into steady emotional crescendos throughout, deeply resonant vocal performances and for reflective solitude.

How many songs are on My Heart?

My Heart has 13 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.

My Heart

Sissel Kyrkjebø · 2003

56 min · 13 tracks · classical music

A lush blend of classical elegance and pop sensibility, showcasing Sissel's ethereal vocals across diverse emotional landscapes.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Wait a While Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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You Raise Me Up — This track showcases Sissel's powerful vocal delivery and emotional depth, transforming a contemporary classic into a stunning operatic performance.
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Lascia ch'io pianga — Sissel's rendition of this Baroque aria highlights her operatic roots while infusing it with a fresh, heartfelt interpretation that resonates widely.
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Mon cœur s'ouvre à ta voix — With its rich melodic lines, this piece exemplifies Sissel's ability to convey deep emotion, drawing from her operatic training to elevate the song's dramatic essence.
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Ave Maria — Her interpretation of this sacred classic combines reverence and soaring beauty, showcasing both technical prowess and spiritual depth that captivates listeners.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady emotional crescendos throughout
deeply resonant vocal performances
for reflective solitude
heartfelt moments of vulnerability
nurturing warmth in sound

Maybe skip if you

seeking upbeat, fast-paced tracks
prefer standalone, catchy singles

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album solidified Sissel's status internationally in the classical crossover genre.
Career context: By the time 'My Heart' was released in 2003, Sissel Kyrkjebø had already established herself as a prominent figure in the classical crossover genre. This album followed her successful collaboration with Andrea Bocelli on 'Time to Say Goodbye,' marking a pivotal moment in her career as she sought to blend operatic and pop elements more seamlessly.
Stylistic neighbors: Andrea Bocelli· Sarah Brightman· Il Divo