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River of Dreams: The Very Best of Hayley Westenra

Hayley Westenra · 2008

60 min · 17 tracks · classical · new age music · Celtic music

A seamless fusion of classical elegance and heartfelt pop melodies that captivates the listener's spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • heartfelt performances for quiet moments
  • intimate listening for reflection
  • soothing background for relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone singles

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2008, Hayley Westenra was already a prominent figure in the crossover classical genre, having gained international fame with her debut album 'Pure' in 2003. 'River of Dreams: The Very Best of Hayley Westenra' serves as a retrospective collection highlighting her most cherished performances up to that point, showcasing her growth and versatility as an artist.
Stylistic neighbors
Enya· Charlotte Church· Celtic Woman

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Pokarekare Ana 3:19
  • 2 River of Dreams 4:20
  • 3 Dell’amore non si sa 3:44
  • 4 Shenandoah 3:24
  • 5 The Water Is Wide 3:33
  • 6 Songbird 3:10
  • 7 Both Sides Now 3:42
  • 8 Ave Maria 3:43
  • 9 Benedictus (The Armed Man) 3:49
  • 10 Amazing Grace 3:41
  • 11 Danny Boy 3:41
  • 12 Summer Rain 3:58
  • 13 Never Say Goodbye (adapted from “Pavane”) 3:13
  • 14 O mio babbino caro 2:32
  • 15 May It Be / Fellowship of the Ring (The Lord of the Rings) 4:22
  • 16 Ave Maria 2:45
  • 17 Now Is the Hour (Po Atarau / Haere Ra) 3:08

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