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Album of the Year Award 2012

Album of the Year Award 2012 Winner

Siobhan Owen - Storybook Journey
Storybook Journey should be a staple in any classical crossover collection.  Whilst it's not as technically brilliant as Jennifer Thomas's Illumination and not as lushly orchestrated as Jackie Evancho's Songs From the Silver Screen, it still shines brightest among the 2012 album releases.  The key lies in its prime idea and concept and the perfectly fitting way it is carried out.  It's a wholesome, circular album, inspired by stories and fairytale and it's confidently realised.  Siobhan Owen's pure vocals, atmospheric harp playing and emotive delivery ensure its theme rings true.  The tracks have been carefully selected both thematically and commercially (a very rare feat) and the overall package of the album just puts the cherry on top.  Storybook Journey announces the arrival of Siobhan Owen as a serious artist as well as vocalist. To buy Storybook Journey, click here.

 

Album of the Year Award 2012 Nominees


Il Volo - We Are Love

Editorial nomination

Jackie Evancho - Songs From the Silver Screen

Editorial nomination


Jennifer Thomas - Illumination

Editorial nomination

Gregorian - Epic Chants

Editorial nomination

The Tenors - Lead With Your Heart

Editorial nomination

David Garrett - Music

Editorial nomination

Notation
The winner of this award was determined by the Editor of Classical-Crossover.co.uk.