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FormatCD
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Release date17.07.2026
Catalog no.PTC5187583
EAN8717306265836
AvailabilityAvailable
Pentatone
Composers: Adams, H. Leslie · Holiday, John · Johnson, Hall · Morrison, Theo · Morris, Robert L. · Simon, Carlos
Artists: Holiday, John · Miller, Kevin
Countertenor John Holiday presents "Over My Head," a striking and deeply personal debut that reflects both the breadth of his artistic work and the clarity of his expressive power. Holiday, hailed as one of the finest countertenors of his generation, has carefully curated a program ranging from spirituals and contemporary works to art songs. From intimate moments at the piano to collaborations with pianist Kevin Miller, the album includes works by Hall Johnson, Robert L. Morris, and H. Leslie Adams, world premiere recordings by Theo Morrison and Carlos Simon, and arrangements by Holiday himself, highlighting a repertoire defined by curiosity, individuality, and expressive depth. Rooted in themes of resilience, faith, and love, "Over My Head" offers a heartfelt musical journey. Each work was chosen for its emotional resonance and ability to connect across time and experience, forming a narrative that feels both personal and universal. Kevin Miller accompanies Holiday on piano.
| Number | Title | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | I'm gontertell God all o' my troubles | 00:04:18 | preview |
| 2 | Vocalise No. 1 | 00:04:18 | preview |
| 3 | Strings in the Earth and Air | 00:01:54 | preview |
| 4 | O Cool is the Valley Now | 00:02:15 | preview |
| 5 | Lightly Come or Lightly Go | 00:00:50 | preview |
| 6 | Now, O Now, in thos Brown land | 00:04:41 | preview |
| 7 | I Hear an Army Charging Upon the Land | 00:02:32 | preview |
| 8 | Vocalise No. 2 | 00:04:01 | preview |
| 9 | Humoresque | 00:02:02 | preview |
| 10 | Gospel Blues | 00:04:13 | preview |
| 11 | Juba: Ev'rytime I Feel the Spirit (arr. for countertenor and piano by John Holiday Jr.) | 00:02:08 | preview |
| 12 | Fly Me to the Moon | 00:03:41 | preview |
| 13 | Summertime | 00:03:27 | preview |
| 14 | Vocalise No. 3 (arr. for countertenor and piano by John Holiday Jr.) | 00:02:16 | preview |
| 15 | Strange Fruit | 00:03:23 | preview |
| 16 | Prayer | 00:03:03 | preview |
| 17 | The Heart of a Woman | 00:02:34 | preview |
| 18 | Night Song | 00:02:06 | preview |
| 19 | Sence You Went Away | 00:04:38 | preview |
| 20 | Over My Head and Amazing Grace (arr. for countertenor and piano by John Holiday Jr.) | 00:05:44 | preview |
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