Nina Sky [Import]

Nina Sky [Import]

Track Listings

1. Nina Sky Is... (Album Intro)

2. Move Ya Body - Jabba, Nina Sky

3. You Deserve - Nina Sky, Betty Wright

4. Turnin' Me On

5. Let It Go

6. Goodbye (Interlude)

7. Your Time

8. Runaway

9. In a Dream [Remix]

10. Surely Missed

11. Temperature's Rising (Prelude)

12. Temperature Rising

13. Holla Back

14. Faded Memories

15. Get Up and Dance [Remix]

Tracks:

El Moro De Antequera
Levantose El Conde Nino
El Rey De Francia
Por Alli Paso Un Cavallero
Por Que Llorax Blanca Nina
La Guirnalda De Rosas
Nani Nani
El Rey Que Tanto Madruga

Tracks:

Las Estrellas De Los Cielos
En La Santa Helena
A La Una Yo Naci
Improvisacion
Paxarico Tu Te Llamas
Yo Era Nina De Casa Alta
Longe De Mi Tu Estaras
Hermoza Muchachica
Axerico De Quinze Anos
Improvisacion Sobre 'Axerico'

Amazon.com essential recording

The Sephardic Jews, scattered through the world after their expulsion from Spain in 1492, kept alive for centuries not only their language, Ladino, but an extraordinary repertory of "folk" songs, many of them quite sophisticated. As Ladino culture began to slowly fade away over the course of the 20th century, musicologists collected and transcribed these melodies from Ladino-speaking communities in Sarajevo, Sofia, Salonika, Smyrna, Jerusalem, and other cities. Beginning in the 1970s, these extraordinary songs were revived (to considerable excitement) for concert audiences--a revival sparked in large part by a 1976 recording by Hesperion XX. This now-legendary early music ensemble, renamed Hesperion XXI for the new century, has returned to the music of the Sephardic Diaspora with this beautifully produced and packaged release. Disc 1 contains eight songs performed lovingly by the magnetic Montserrat Figueras (who sings with an appropriately unstudied tone). The second disc includes eight more melodies performed instrumentally; the choice of instruments reflects the influence of the Muslim-ruled areas where the Sephardim settled with the oud, rebab, and qanun (Middle Eastern equivalents of the lute, fiddle, and dulcimer) performing alongside harps, lutes, flutes, and frame drums. (Inexplicably, however, the final track of this second CD--an improvisation for the sarod and tabla--sounds nice but feels completely foreign to the theme of this release.) It may have been more effective programming to mingle the vocal and instrumental tracks across the two CDs rather than segregating them. --Matthew Westphal

Customer Reviews:

One of Savall's finest.......2004-05-19

Hespérion XXI (formerly Hespérion XX, but renamed to honour the new century) is one of the most accomplished ensembles specialising in the early music of the Iberian peninsula. It is one of the ongoing collectives led by the formidable Jordi Savall, renowned for his interpretations on the viol da gamba. The members are always changing, which makes the ensemble simply a name for a grouping of artists and interpreters of this immensely rich musical heritage, yet always under Savall's masterful direction. Diaspora Sefardi is a double-CD of music of the Sephardic Jews, a diverse culture originating in Spain and later settling in countries around the Mediterranean after their expulsion from most of Spain in 1492. Never losing sight of their basic identity as Jews or their awareness of their Spanish origins, the Sephardic culture gradually incorporated numerous influences from the peoples among whom it evolved: from the Arab culture of north Africa, from the Turks, Greeks, Bulgarians, Rumanians, Serbocroats, etc. In short, Sephardic music is an amazing blend of all these influences, immediately recognisable for its unique manifestation of this diversity.

Led by the impeccable soprano Montserrat Figueras, a generous collection of sephardic romances resides on disc one, and ten instrumental pieces are found on disc two. Savall (performing on lira, viola and rebab) is joined by some virtuoso players here: Pedro Estevan on percussions, Yair Dalal on oud, Andrew Lawrence-King on arpa doppia, Pedro Memelsdorff on flutes, and a handful of others on psaltry, qanun, laud, sarod and medieval harp. This recording differs in kind from other interpretations (by Savall or by countless other interpreters of this music) in that it employs a more diverse instrumentation that lies beyond the standard western European grouping of percussion, viol, flutes and harps, and rather embraces the instrumentations of eastern influences of this music (oud, qanun, sarod, etc.).

Disc one, subtitled "Por que llorax blanca nina" (Why do you weep fair child?) is a selection of beautiful songs, mostly from 16th and 17th century documents, though all of them look back much earlier to a very old tradition of songs. Montserrat Figueras is full of vitality, her breathtaking voice and accomplished techniques show her complete mastery of this challenging material.

Disc two, "Las estrellas de los cielos" (The stars in the sky), is a diverse collection of instrumental pieces, interpreted and performed to perfection by this ensemble. This second disc is the real jewel here. Even in the complexity of rhythms, fostered by Pedro Estevan's challenging techniques, the rhythms are extremely accessible, allowing the listener to move around within the multifaceted and subtle instrumentations. Some are traditional dance pieces, while others more meditative reflections and variations on the music of the popular romances.

Listening to this music is always a rewarding enterprise. Full of surprises, it never provokes the same response twice. This release comes highly recommended for the curious listener. It comes beautifully packaged with lyrics and an informative essay by Paloma Diaz-Mas.

Nearly every night for 6 months!.......2003-05-01

After owning this CD for about 4 years, when my newborn daughter needed bedtime soothing I grabbed this (the 2nd CD). We listen to it nearly every night and I am never bored with it. It only bothers me a little when I find it getting stuck in my head during the day. I still enjoy sitting in the dark listening to it after 6 months. Beautiful moving music.

Diáspora sefardí / Hespèrion XXI.......2000-11-13

En este disco Jordi Savall y su grupo retoman el trabajo que emprendieron en discos anteriores sobre la música de origen judío ("Secular music from christian and jewish Spain" y los dedicados a la Sibila). El primer disco está compuesto por obras vocales que pertenecen a distintas expresiones de la diáspora judía a través de Europa, pero todas en ladino (lengua de los sefarditas o judíos españoles), interpretadas con una gran variedad de instrumentos (percusiones, flauta dulce, salterio, arpa, laúdes, etc.) sobre las que se alza la voz de Monserrat Figueras, que maneja bastante bien el estilo y el dramatismo requeridos, a pesar de que a mi juicio su interpretación es poco variada, y no se distingue tanto de sus versiones de música barroca italiana, por ej. El segundo disco trae sólo obras instrumentales, en las que se da un mayor espacio a la improvisación y la ornamentación, lo que considero bastante pertinente pare este tipo de música, y que realmente está muy bien lograda en este caso, permitiendo trabajar toda suerte de matices (el uso del aire por parte del flautista Pedro Memmelsdorff, por ejemplo). En todo caso, es necesario señalar que éste es un disco muy fresco, donde realmente se percibe un compromiso emotivo de los músicos con las obras, que pertenecen a un repertorio bastante poco trabajado en el campo de la música antigua, y sobre el cual todavía debe quedar mucho por investigar.

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No one can touch Nina Sky
Livin in da Sky!
Nina Sky
Great Debut CD!!!
I Really Like This CD!!

Nina Sky
Nina Sky
Manufacturer: Umvd Labels
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Teen Pop | Pop | Styles | Music
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ASIN: B0002ABV1U
Release Date: 2004-06-29

Tracks:

Nina Sky Is... (Album Intro)
Move Ya Body
You Deserve
Turnin' Me On
Let It Go
Goodbye (Interlude)
Your Time
Runaway
In A Dream (Remix)
Surely Missed
Temperature's Rising (Prelude)
Temperature's Rising
Holla back
Faded Memories

Customer Reviews:

No one can touch Nina Sky.......2007-07-09

I am a devout Nina Sky fan. Ever since thier first single "Move Ya Body" I was hooked. These sisters can blow!! They're style of singing can be compared to Lauryn Hill (who is one of thier influences.) THey mix soul, r&b, a gospel vibe, and rock/pop to thier music. THey also showcase thier writing abilities on the album.I dont thinK Nina Sky has ever gotten the recognition they deserved, their talent is amazing!! This album is a must have, and is worth every cent of your money.
My favorite songs on the album:
THe intro (interlude)
Your Time 10/10
Move Ya Body 10/10
Temperature's Rising 10/10
Faded Memories 9/10
Let it go 9/10
Goodbye 7/10
Turning Me on 8/10

Livin in da Sky!.......2006-11-11

Two beautiful sisters with very beautiful voices. Very creative and original style. Can't wait for more!

Nina Sky.......2006-09-06

This cd is sooo good!!! Im suprised at how great this cd is...my favorite songs are Temperature's Rising, Turnin Me On, Faded Memories...well I really love every song on the album. This is a great cd that is so under rated. You should definitely purchase this album....you won't regret it.

Great Debut CD!!!.......2006-03-08

I am so glad that I bought this CD! I was a little skeptical at first, because I had only heard "Move Your Body Girl" (which is THE CUT by the way!!). But I absolutely fell in love with "You Deserve", "Turnin' Me On'" , "Goodbye", etc. I think this CD was great, and I look forward to more music from the twins. Good lookin' out BORICUAS!! WEPA!!!

I Really Like This CD!!.......2005-11-18

Nina Sky's debut album is interesting because they both can sing, play instruments, and harmonize together...oh yeah I like the beats too. The songs that I enjoy are "Move Ya Body"-"Let it Go"-"You Deserve"-"Faded Memories" sounds really good I like the feel of it..and many more.... "Surely Missed" makes me think about a friend that passed everytime I hear it. These girls have got what it takes! But like Kanye West said in Vibe, "all they need to is a really good producer." Nina Sky would bring a whole new sound to the music scene. Since there's no more Destinys Child, some one needs to take their shine.

Average customer rating:

Unbelievable One-Hit Wonder Potential...
Not their best
Not a chance!
its fiya
You're joking right?

Move Ya Body
Nina Sky
Manufacturer: Umvd Labels
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00020HBBO
Release Date: 2004-04-27

Tracks:

Move Ya Body [Radio Edit] - Jabba, Nina Sky
Move Ya Body [Instrumental] - Jabba, Nina Sky
Move Ya Body [Callout Hook] - Jabba, Nina Sky
In a Dream [Radio Edit] - Nina Sky
In a Dream - Nina Sky

Customer Reviews:

Unbelievable One-Hit Wonder Potential..........2004-08-02

...But that doesn't mean this is a bad song. The song is a great song to get up and dance too, with a familiar dancehall beat, and sparse vocals. The reason I say Nina Sky will become a one-hit wonder is because many people view this song as a novelty, and most novelty acts do become one-hit wonders. The simplicity of this song makes it just a fun hit-single, but I don't think Nina Sky will become anything more than a duet that made the 2004 hit, "Move Ya Body".

Not their best.......2004-07-30

This song is Hottness and it's not even their best work. This single is perfect for a "coming out", These two ladies are here to stay. Anyone saying they can't sing hasn't heard the debut album...listen to that and you know these girls got pipes. And they write their songs...These girls aren't going anywhere and you'll realize this when you stop judging from ONE released song. OnlyNinaSky.com FALL BACK!

Not a chance!.......2004-07-12

in my opinion - the girls ripped off this perfectly good dancehall beat and wrecked it - i agree - download elephant man - jook gal remix - same beat but 100 times better, this song is a definite one hit wonder - mind u - i must admit Vybz Kartel rips his verses on the remix - apart from da beat and Vybz remix - this song is def. not a stayer

its fiya.......2004-07-02

da gurlz r blazin...their new cd is off da hook..dey really gon make it big n their already showin sum rough competition 2 former singers such as lumidee n christina millian...I LuVE DIS CD n i love da gurlz

You're joking right?.......2004-06-27

These girls rip of a dance hall beat & sing lame hooks, and people go for it? Come on. Honestly, the girls can't sing at all. The beat is catchy (though, if you want to hear how it sounds with good lyrics/singing, go download elephant man's "Jook Gal Remix"), and they remind me of Lumidee. They're employing the same formula:

Good dancehall beat + bad vocals = summer one hit wonder.

Tracks:

Move Ya Body [Radio Edit] - Jabba, Nina Sky
Move Ya Body [Instrumental] - Jabba, Nina Sky
Move Ya Body [Callout Hook] - Jabba, Nina Sky
In a Dream [Radio Edit] - Nina Sky
In a Dream - Nina Sky

Customer Reviews:

One of the best dance CD's ever .......2006-03-08

This is definitely the type of cut that makes everyone get off of their bar stool and get on the dance floor. Even though it's old now, I still have it as one of my favorite ring tones on my cell phone! Nina Sky was smart for releasing this single first even though their CD was hot. Even though I love the entire CD, I often play it in the car just so I can hear this single!

fun dance song.......2004-08-01

the cut is real catchy&It's one of the cuts of the Summer thus far. it has a cool beat&vibe. pretty good dance track&decent re-mixes as well.

Average customer rating:

it's early for this ensemble...but STILL...

Sephardische Romanzen
Spanish Anonymous , Jewish Traditional , Sephardic Traditional , and Accentus Ensemble
Manufacturer: Preiser Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Lullabies & Berceuse | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music

General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music

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ASIN: B0000023RH
Release Date: 1995-02-07

Tracks:

Mi Suegra
Sa Dawi
La Rosa Enflorece
Durme, Durme Mi Alma Doncella
Entre La Mar Y El Rio
Don Amadi
Por La Tu Puerta Yo Pasi
Noches, Noches
Yo En Prizon, Tu En Las Flores
Nani, Nani
Dos Amantes Tengo Mama
Quiero Y Quiero
De Cadiz Vengo, Senores
Hija Mia Mi Querida
Yo M'enamori D'un Aire
Una Hija Tiene El Rey
Esta Es La Rueda Del Mundo/Estando Una Nina
Las Estrellas De Los Cielos
Durme, Durme Hermozo Hijico
Cantar Del Saidi
Rahelica Baila

Customer Reviews:

it's early for this ensemble...but STILL..........2001-08-07

This is the oldest available CD featuring Michael Posch and Thomas Wimmer. They go on to become members of Accentus/Oni Wytars/Unicorn, easily the most formidable early music instrumental ensemble in existence. Here, their skills certainly aren't what they'll become. But even amid their slightly hesitant and unrefined playing, their phenomenal musical spirit shines through. Thomas Wimmer is the only early musician I've heard who can sound so compelling with so little technique! I wouldn't recommend this CD as authentic Sephardic music (which isn't verifiably medieval), but it's a welcome addition to any collection solely on the basis of its engaged arrangements and presentation. The earliest tender shoot of a grand tree...

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La Conexion
Nina Sky
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
ASIN: B000BM6BDW

Sing It Now POP Hits Fall 2004 Karaoke CDG

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Sing It Now POP Hits Fall 2004 Karaoke CDG
Ashlee Simpson, Kelly Clarkson, Kevin Lyttle, Lil Flip/Lea, Clay Aiken, Nina Sky,Seether, Los Lonely Boys, Avril Lavigne JoJo
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Karaoke | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000RGPRGE

Product Description

This listing is for a brand new POP Fall 2004 Karaoke CD&G CD from the Good Quality SING IT NOW collection. This CD comes sealed in a heavy plastic jewel case, plays the music without the lead vocals and displays the lyrics on a Karaoke CD&G player. These songs are not preformed by the original artists but are VERY GOOD re-creations.

The songs included are as follows:

Sing It Now Pop Hits Fall 2004

1.Leave (Get Out)-JoJo

2.Pieces Of Me-Ashlee Simpson

3.Breakaway-Kelly Clarkson

4.Turn Me On-Kevin Lyttle

5.Sunshine-Lil Flip/Lea

6.I Will Carry You-Clay Aiken

7.Move Your Body-Nina Sky

8.Broken-Seether

9.Heaven-Los Lonely Boys

10.My Happy Ending-Avril Lavigne

11.Let's Get It Started-Black Eyed Peas

12.I Believe-Fantasia

13.Older Than My Years-Cherie

14.Remember When It Rained-Josh Groban

Tracks:

Nina Sky Is... (Album Intro)
Move Ya Body - Jabba, Nina Sky
You Deserve - Nina Sky, Betty Wright
Turnin' Me On
Let It Go
Goodbye (Interlude)
Your Time
Runaway
In a Dream [Remix]
Surely Missed
Temperature's Rising (Prelude)
Temperature Rising
Holla Back
Faded Memories
Get Up and Dance [Remix]

There Is A Small Convent In The Far Land

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There Is A Small Convent In The Far Land

Manufacturer: Russian Compact Disc
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music

Chants | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music

Psalms | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000004AQI
Release Date: 1996-08-01

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La Otra Rumba
Various , Black Eyed Peas , Kema , Nina Sky , Latin Dreams , O-Zone , Yuri , and Jorge Correa
Manufacturer: Universal Music Colombia
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
ASIN: B000KA7WF6

Product Description

17 tracks.

Music: