SOLACE OF THE EYES is an adult contemporary format debut CD featuring Tadia, a powerful and elegant female vocalist who sings soft jazz. new age, gospel, spoken word, pop ballad and to operatic with equal grace. Songs on t... more »his CD come from the actual lyrics of the poetic works of the famous 19-century Persian mystic poet, Tahirih. Only recently translated into English, Tadia has taken these 150 year old poems and transformed them into expressivelyrics combined with soulful music composed and arranged by award-winning musician Ellis Hall, whose gold and platimun album credits include Kenny G. and Tower of Power. Total time: 42:00« less
SOLACE OF THE EYES is an adult contemporary format debut CD featuring Tadia, a powerful and elegant female vocalist who sings soft jazz. new age, gospel, spoken word, pop ballad and to operatic with equal grace. Songs on this CD come from the actual lyrics of the poetic works of the famous 19-century Persian mystic poet, Tahirih. Only recently translated into English, Tadia has taken these 150 year old poems and transformed them into expressivelyrics combined with soulful music composed and arranged by award-winning musician Ellis Hall, whose gold and platimun album credits include Kenny G. and Tower of Power. Total time: 42:00
"Solace of the Eyes is always my first choice, whether at home alone or entertaining friends. Its soft jazz and beautifully sung vocals fit any occasion. For anyone who's never heard her, Tadia's voice is like a gift from God. It's like the voice of an angel who sweeps her vocal hand across my forehead and soothes me. She can't be compared to anyone else. She has a unique sound and style, and every note is heavenly.Solace of the Eyes is soothing to my heart, and Tadia's performance is solace to my ears as well. I'd love to see her in concert. Then she'd be Solace to my eyes as well."
Tadia - personal review
David Goldstone | Roseland, NJ USA | 07/03/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"An outstanding musical experience. Excellence in both music and lyrics that is easy to listen to. Inspirational as well as soulful, a gem of a CD - hopefully more to come. Well worth listening to. This crosses all types of musical backgrounds and will make an exceptional gift."
Intoxicating!
Patrice Henderson | United States | 06/21/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I put this new CD on with the intention of working as I listened. Before I could clear two steps the music rooted me to the floor, with it's haunting strain and Tadia's smoked, velvet delivery. I was intoxicated! This is the first time that I sat and listened to an entire CD. The lyrics are so compelling, the arrangements distinctive, and the songs alternately soothing and haunting. Well Done!"
Solace for the Eyes is a Retreat for the Ears
Sharon L. Barnes | Los Angeles, California | 06/20/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This is not a run of the mill CD! Tadia's voice brings depth and richness to an eclectic mix of music. She is equally adept at jazzy, bluesy selections as well as pop and ethnic folk. A treat for world music listeners."
Satin Soul
Sharon L. Barnes | 06/20/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Tadia has a voice of satin water. It is a joy to listen to the music and voice of this woman. If you need a calming and relaxing CD to listen to this is it. She brings to life the words of a great poetess, Tahirih, and defines what "poetry in motion" really means. The spoken word has always been a tool to express ones deeper emotions. And to find the means to bring to life those words is truly an inspiration. Tadia graciously aids us to hear the voice of Tahirih, in such a way that this persian poetess has form and is no longer a name from the annals of history. Venture into the voice of Tadia and learn about a woman by the name of Tahirih, who was a revolutionary in her own right."
Track Listings (13) - Disc #1
