Camilla Kerslake – Moments

Camilla Kerslake – Moments

Moments is the debut studio album from British classical crossover singer Camilla Kerslake, originally released in 2009. Blending classical vocal technique with contemporary pop, film music and musical theatre, the album showcases Kerslake's powerful yet accessible voice across a carefully selected collection of dramatic ballads and modern classical crossover material.

Born in 1988, Kerslake was one of the younger British singers to emerge from the classical crossover movement of the late 2000s. She attracted attention for her ability to combine operatic-style vocals with contemporary songs, becoming associated with the growing popularity of artists who brought classical singing into a mainstream pop setting.

The album opens with the atmospheric title track Moments, establishing the reflective and cinematic character that runs throughout the collection. El Corazón and This Woman's Work demonstrate Kerslake's ability to reinterpret contemporary material through a classical vocal approach, with the latter being a particularly striking interpretation of Kate Bush's celebrated 1989 composition.

One of the album's most distinctive selections is Sleepsong, based on the work of Irish composer Brendan Graham, while Be Your Rescue and Restless Warrior add more contemporary material to the programme. Snow On The Roses and I Go To Sleep continue the album's mixture of classical crossover and sophisticated pop songwriting, with I Go To Sleep originally written by Ray Davies of The Kinks and famously recorded by artists including The Pretenders.

The latter part of the album moves further into cinematic and theatrical territory. Let Go, Surfing In The Air and Bring Him Home showcase Kerslake's more dramatic side, with Bring Him Home being the celebrated song from Les Misérables. The album closes with Who Wants To Live Forever, Queen's powerful composition from the 1986 film Highlander, providing a suitably grand finale.

Moments sits firmly within the classical crossover tradition, appealing to listeners who enjoy the meeting point between classical vocals, contemporary pop and musical theatre. The album's repertoire draws on recordings and compositions from several decades, including material originally associated with Kate Bush, The Kinks, Queen and Les Misérables, while presenting them through Kerslake's distinctive vocal style.

An appealing choice for fans of Camilla Kerslake, classical crossover, contemporary classical vocals, Sarah Brightman, Katherine Jenkins, musical theatre and cinematic ballads, Moments is a polished showcase for a singer working at the intersection of classical and popular music.

Tracklist

1. Moments
2. El Corazón
3. This Woman's Work
4. Sleepsong
5. Be Your Rescue
6. Restless Warrior
7. Snow On The Roses
8. I Go To Sleep
9. Let Go
10. Surfing In The Air
11. Bring Him Home
12. Who Wants To Live Forever