Libera

Having spent most of my life involved with music in one way or another, I had always maintained that there were only ever two types of music: the GOOD and the BAD. I was wrong; I had forgotten about the EXQUISITE! And this CD certainly falls into that category.If, like me, you have two sons and two grandsons, you will know that, when they’re not asking for money, there is no finer sound than boys’ voices. The boys of Libera are aged from seven to fourteen and so contain the full range from the high treble of the youngsters to the deeper tones of the early teens. This is used to amazing effect by their writer, arranger and conductor Robert Prizeman, whose genius produces the most stunning sound I have ever heard on a recording. The beauty of ‘Lux Eterna’, the haunting ‘Mysterium’, the almost foot-tapping ‘Dies Irae’ and, for that matter, every track on this disc is a tribute to the talent, professionalism, hard work and dedication of Mr Prizeman and the boys. Make no mistake, these young performers display talent and confidence far beyond their years. Soloists Liam, Adam, Steven and Alex inevitably steal the spotlight but this is essentially a team performance and it is the overall sound that remains in the memory long after the disc has been replaced into its case.Apart from an infuriating lack of information on the sleeve (a deliberate ploy this, to create an air of mystery and anonymity; unfortunately it also creates an element of frustration), this CD is the nearest you will get to perfection. The music contains every mood and emotion you could imagine. You will marvel at the quality of the boys’ voices and you will not fail to be moved by the feelings they produce (a tip: have a box of tissues close at hand!). In short, this CD is not just superb music, it is an emotional experience and if I had to describe it in one word, it would be BREATHTAKING!

If your new to the celestial sounds of Libera and unsure as to what album to buy, well this is the one. The whole album is just perfect. It is very rare to buy an album and like all the tracks, there always seems to be that one song that just does not seem to fit in with the others on the album, Pink Floyd, Dark Side of the Moon springs to mind, I cannot stand Money!Back to the Libera album it contains my favourite song of theirs Agnus Dei, which every time I listen to it sends a shiver down my spine, a wonderful piece of music. Then there are the Libera classics Salva Me, Sanctus and Libera. Another song worth a mention is Dies Irae which seems to have a kind of Mike Oldfield influence to it, now that would be an album Libera and Mike Oldfield.

As much as I like Libera, I am VERY disappointed with the CD as it only has ONE song on it (promotional) and NOT the listed songs as advertised. It also arrived WITHOUT a jacket in just a plain cd case. Very shabby, and not was advertised!!

Excellent

I own a few of their CDs. It is always a pleasure to listen to these angelic voices to unwind, relax, meditate and contemplate deeper things.

This CD is absolutely fabulous. The music is lovely and relaxing. I first heard it in the Witchery by the Castle restaurant in Edinburgh and despite the choirists, the music definitely sounds more gothic than church like. If you like Enya, you won't be disappointed in Libera.

When travelling on the Heathrow Express, I kept hearing this music, and finally made out the fact that it was something called "Libera" by squinting at the video screen. I managed to track it down, and am really glad I did.We play this CD frequently, and never tire of it. A perfect amalgam of church choir and orchestral arrangement.

wonderful