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		<title>Ellie Goulding Writing A New Classical Album</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2023 00:12:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The acclaimed UK singer-songwriter and pop icon, Ellie Goulding has recently branched out into new musical territory. After a decade-long career writing and performing her own unique synth-pop brand, Goulding has begun moving further from the alt-pop era as her signature music style and now leaning further into classical music. She told The Sun newspaper, [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The acclaimed UK singer-songwriter and pop icon, Ellie Goulding has recently branched out into new musical territory. After a decade-long career writing and performing her own unique synth-pop brand, Goulding has begun moving further from the alt-pop era as her signature music style and now leaning further into classical music.</p>
<p>She <a href="https://www.music-news.com/news/UK/156728/Ellie-Goulding-writing-classical-album">told</a> The Sun newspaper, <em>&#8220;I&#8217;m always writing new music. I think my natural state is to always come up with ideas and I&#8217;ll get in the studio at some point. Since I wrote Higher Than Heaven a while ago during lockdown, I&#8217;m very ready to write new music. I&#8217;ve always wanted to compose music for films, so at the moment I&#8217;m focusing on more classical.&#8221;  </em></p>
<p>Goulding&#8217;s bold decision to explore a genre of music that is not quite common in today&#8217;s music industry, and a step away from the standard formula of &#8216;singer-songwriter &#8216;pop. She is determined to prove that her talent creativity and passion for writing and performing extend beyond the pop and electronic music that has become her mainstay.</p>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">miracle by calvin harris &amp; ellie goulding.  <a href="https://t.co/K7lvUoQrDV">pic.twitter.com/K7lvUoQrDV</a></p>
<p>&mdash; songs that changed history (@iconiksongs) <a href="https://twitter.com/iconiksongs/status/1634281808576630794?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 10, 2023</a></p></blockquote>
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<p>Goulding recently teamed up with Calvin Harris for the third time for their song, <em>&#8220;Miracle&#8221; </em>from her <em>Miracle </em>album. She admitted that the trance track came <em>&#8220;out of the blue&#8221;</em> but she almost missed the opportunity for a collaboration by playing it a bit &#8220;<em>too cool&#8221;.</em> She <a href="https://indieheads.net/ellie-gouldings-classical-symphony-singer-dishes-on-new-musical-direction-and-movie-scores/">explained</a><em>, &#8220;This one came slightly out of the blue. He said that he had the track and immediately thought of me for it. Calvin doesn&#8217;t like to mess around so he sent the song in the next message. I accidentally played it a bit too cool and didn&#8217;t reply for a few days so he thought I wasn&#8217;t into it.&#8221;<br />
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<p>Goulding remains committed to creating a full album of original classical music. Her announcement of the project has been met with positive responses from fans and critics alike, which leaves her fans intrigued about her capability in creating her new sound.</p>
<p>She admitted that the creation of her classical album has been a rather difficult process than her other albums. The most difficult thing in her process was mastering elements or techniques of classical music which has been the biggest challenge she has taken on musically. Regardless of the big challenges, she nonetheless remains hopeful that the creation of her new album will be epic and beautiful.</p>
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		<title>Andrea Bocelli Breaks Another UK Chart Record With New Album &#8216;Believe&#8217;</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2020 10:04:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Andrea Bocelli smashes another UK Chart record as his album enters the charts at number 3 and it becomes the fastest selling and highest charting classical release of 2020. His achievement makes it his 12th UK top 10 album in the charts. The new album &#8216;Believe,&#8217; which features singers Alison Krauss and Cecilia Bartoli, was [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Andrea Bocelli smashes another UK Chart record as his album enters the charts at number 3 and it becomes the fastest selling and highest charting classical release of 2020. His achievement makes it his 12th UK top 10 album in the charts. The new album &#8216;Believe,&#8217; which features singers Alison Krauss and Cecilia Bartoli, was inspired by his spiritually and catholic faith.</p>
<p>In speaking about his latest chart success, Andrea Bocelli says to <a title="daily express" href="https://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/music/1362660/Andrea-Bocelli-UK-chart-record-new-album-Believe-Italian-tenor-opera-fans">The Daily Express</a>, <em>&#8220;<a>I am extremely touched to learn that people have responded so positively to my new album, which of course is a deeply personal project for me. </a></em><a><em>Music is a universal language and gives us the ability to connect with one another in a way that is quite profound</em>. &#8221; </a>The album which was co produced by Steven Mercurio and Haydn Bendall, also features a previously unreleased track by famous Italian composer Ennino Morricone. As well as the duets on the album, Bocelli also composed new versions of, &#8216;<em>Ave Maria,&#8217; &#8216;Amazing Grace,&#8217; </em>and &#8216;<em>Padre Nostro.&#8217;</em></p>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The concept of ‘BELIEVE’ is based on three words: faith, hope and charity. We are delighted to finally be able to share this deeply personal selection of music with you. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BELIEVE?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BELIEVE</a> is OUT NOW: <a href="https://t.co/Az2VWRgHJZ">https://t.co/Az2VWRgHJZ</a> <a href="https://t.co/30n1QbxGQN">pic.twitter.com/30n1QbxGQN</a></p>
<p>&mdash; Andrea Bocelli (@AndreaBocelli) <a href="https://twitter.com/AndreaBocelli/status/1327189497080115201?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 13, 2020</a></p></blockquote>
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<p><a title="billboard" href="https://www.billboard.com/articles/news/9483667/andrea-bocelli-believe-in-christmas-livestream-event/">Billboard</a> have reported Bocelli to of said about the album, <em>“The concept behind Believe is based on three words: faith, hope and charity. “These are the three theological virtues of Christianity, yet – quite independently of any religious belief – they are also the three extraordinary keys to giving meaning and completeness to the lives of every one of us.” </em>Bocelli believes that music is good for the soul and keeps us connected regardless of someone&#8217;s individual belief. <a title="udiscovermusic" href="https://www.udiscovermusic.com/classical-news/andrea-bocelli-releases-believe-and-announces-livestream/">UDiscoverMusic.com</a> have reported him to of said, <em>“Good music brings with it a powerful message of peace and fellowship, teaching us about beauty, and helping us to open our hearts and minds.”</em></p>
<p>It is not the first time that the talented classical singer has broken chart records. His 1997 compilation album, &#8216;Romanza&#8217; is one of the biggest selling albums of all time. &#8216;Sacred Aria&#8217;s&#8217; release two years later, became the highest selling classical album in history. His album &#8216;Si&#8217; topped the US and UK charts reaching Number 1 in both. Andrea Bocelli is recognised globally as a classical superstar. As well as performing at international events such as the Olympic games and the World Cup, Bocelli has sold out arenas around the world. His success has earned him 7 classical BRIT Awards, 7 World Music Awards, A Golden Globe and a star on the Hollywood walk of Fame.</p>
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<p>Bocelli has also recently announced that he will be doing a special global ticket live stream event, &#8216;<em>Believe In Christmas&#8217; </em>which will take place on December 12th from the &#8216;Teatro Regio di Parma&#8217; opera house in Italy. The event will feature special guests and will be streamed around the world, time-zoned to the different regions. His previous virtual streaming performance at Easter, &#8216;Music For Hope,&#8217; gained over 28 million views across the globe in the first 24 hours. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased <a title="ticket sales. " href="https://shops.ticketmasterpartners.com/andrea-bocelli-livestream?irgwc=1&amp;utm_source=1299513-UniversalMusicUk&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=1299513&amp;awtrc=&amp;clickId=0sH2Wixe3xyLU4O0M-0V7wD0UkEw3X3A2ybATc0">here</a> for the Christmas event.</p>
<p>Track List &#8216;Believe&#8217;</p>
<p>1. You&#8217;ll Never Walk Alone<br />
2. Fratello Sole Sorella Luna (Dolce È Sentire)<br />
3. Hallelujah<br />
4. Pianissimo &#8211; duet with Cecilia Bartoli<br />
5. Amazing Grace &#8211; duet with Alison Krauss<br />
6. Preghiera (Alla Mente Confusa)<br />
7. Gratia Plena (from the movie “Fatima”)<br />
8. Cantique De Jean Racine<br />
9. Inno Sussurato<br />
10. Oh, Madre Benedetta! (Adagio De Albinoni)<br />
11. I Believe duet with Cecilia Bartoli<br />
12. Ave Maria<br />
13. Angele Dei<br />
14. Agnus Dei<br />
15. Mui Grandes Noit E Dia<br />
16. Mira 11 Tuo Popolo<br />
17. Amazing Grace (Solo version)</p>
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