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The Greek tenor and theater (credits among others include playing Tony in West Side Story at La Scala) performer has found great commercial success through his Sony Classical releases. Buy "Follow Your Heart" from Amazon"
After finding success on Britan's X-Factor, G4 disbanded for a time with each of their individual members working on solo careers (Jonathan Ansell released a successful album 'Tenor at the movies') but after a reunion concert the group has reuinted 'for good.' Jonathan Ansell (tenor) Mike Christie (baritone) Ben Thapa…
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One of the original crossover bands, Amici Forever featured: Lucy van Gasse (soprano) Tsakane Valentine Maswanganyi (soprano) David Habbin (tenor) Bruno Santino (baritone) Buy "The Opera Band" from Amazon"
Hayley's first album with Universal was the perfect collection of songs and adjective to describe her music. Her pitch-perfect sound finds a delightfully, interesting mix with a new-age feel to it. Her signature tune "Pokarekare Ana" and other highlights include: "Dark Waltz" and "Across the Universe of Time" Buy "Pure" from…
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Sissel found great success thanks to her clear voice and wide range. Her vocals were featured on the "Olympic Hymn" and on the famed Titanic soundtrack by James Horner. Buy "All Good Things" from Amazon
One of the most prolific classical crossover composers. Jennifer Thomas uses her talents for piano and violin to full use. Jennifer Thomas "Buy "Illumination" from Amazon"
Known as "The People's Tenor" Russell Watson really found his stride with his follow-up album. His booming voice is a perfect fit for Neopolitan songs and the popular side of his voice is also expertly showcased here. He is one of the true chameleons of the crossover world. "Buy Encore…
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The French soprano combined a mix of classical and rock, with trance music, to create her own unique brand of crossover music. Buy "Etterna by Emma Shapplin" from Amazon
After dominating the crossover market, Charlotte Church 'spread her wings' with her last full-length crossover release. The album is mainly a collection of Broadway favorites but it also features "The Flower Duet" and "The Laughing Song." Her recording of "The Prayer" with Josh Groban (previously recorded by Celine Dion and…
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Jon Schmidt (pianist ) and Steven Sharp Nelson (cellist) combined with their videographers became a mainstream hit thanks to their unique arrangements of popular songs (sometimes mashed up with classical favorites). Buy "The Piano Guys" from Amazon
