Whose life is it anyway?
Amanda Richards | Georgetown, Guyana | 07/21/2008
(4 out of 5 stars)
""A woman of faith, a woman of hope
A woman who loves with all her heart, but still knows how to let go
A woman who understands that God's the one who gives her all of her strength
Let her see, a woman of faith"
_ Laura Hall
If you're in the mood for a little inspirational Christian music you might want to try this CD by Laura Hall, best known for her improvisational genius on the TV show "Whose Line is it Anyway?"
Laura provided musical support for the entire run of the show's US version, and also Season 10 of the UK version, and continues to perform at churches and religious events across the United States.
This album consists of original material by the multi-talented performer, who draws from a wealth of personal experience while at the same time embracing her faith. The twelve songs (plus a bonus track) will be particularly meaningful to women, and especially mothers everywhere, and touches on real issues that affect us all.
The album starts with the jazzy title track, and then slows the pace down for the inspiring "Lord Only Knows", where she sings "No matter what you or I do / No matter how we come unglued / Spring will come and we will be renewed". This is followed by "Tell Me" with its beautiful and simple melody, and then comes the rousing "We Build This House" with a gospel choir.
Next comes every busy mother's story in "The Little Things"; the positive outlook of "You're the Shepherd"; the appreciation of everyday miracles in "Hymn of Thanks", and my personal favorite "Hold On".
Closing off the album are "This is my Dream"; the plaintive "Take This Burden"; "This Son of Mine"; "Here I Am" (great piano work) and the bonus track "Pray for Peace", an ensemble piece with the choir.
Recommended for anyone who embraces the Christian faith and enjoys the great music that comes with the package.
Amanda Richards, July 20, 2008
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Track Listings (12) - Disc #1