| The Voice of the Sparrow: The Very Best of Edith Piaf | 
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Sales Rank: 800
Category: Music
Artist: Edith Piaf
Publisher: Capitol
Studio: Capitol
Manufacturer: Capitol
Label: Capitol
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 4.9 x 0.4
MPN: 96632
UPC: 077779663224
EAN: 0077779663224
ASIN: B000002UYD
Release Date: July 30, 1991
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| Tracks:
| • | Vie, L'amour | | • | La Vie En Rose | | • | Milord | | • | Comme Moi (Like Me) | | • | Le Vieux Piano (Old Piano) | | • | Polichinelle (Punchinella) | | • | Toujours Aimer (Always Loving) | | • | L'effet Que Tu Me Fais (The Effect You Have On Me) | | • | Mon Manege A Moi | | • | Mon Dieu (My God) | | • | Hymne A L'Amour (If You Love Me, Really Love Me) | | • | T'es Beau, Tu Sais | | • | Bravo Pour Le Clown! | | • | C'est L'Amour (It's Love) | | • | Non, Je ne Regrette Rien | | • | Avant Nous (Before Us) | | • | La Goualante De Pauvre Jean (Poor People Of Paris) | | • | L'Accordeoniste |
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Amazon.com essential recording
The voice of Edith Piaf carries with it perhaps more national identity than that of any other recorded artist in the world. Tiny, frail, and tragic in her life, Piaf brought French identity to the rest of the world in a way that was understandable to all. Known as "the Little Sparrow" in her country, her voice was strong, bold, and passionate, even as she grew more infirm. The archetypical torch singer, she had massive popular success with songs like "Milord," "Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien," and "La Vie, L'Amour," included here with 18 other classics. While this is a great compilation of some of her best material, the complete lack of enclosed notes or biographical material may frustrate those not familiar with her fascinating career. However, the work of one of the most original songbirds of all time speaks loud and clear for itself. --Derek Rath
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 Edith Piaf still sings July 14, 2008
To those who are not familiar with Miss Piaf's singing soon will become fans of this woman. The recent bio-pic "La Vie en Rose" has stirred interest in those who had not heard her before. They will be richly rewarded with this album. My favorite track is "Non, je ne Regrette Rien".
Vive LaFrance, What a Beautiful Voice June 5, 2008
Was not disappointed and in fact pleased to hear the voice of the sparrow, the music was great matching her superb voice. Thank you so much for taking me to France.
voice of the sparrow - Edith Piaf May 22, 2008
Just what I had been wanting! This is, in my opinion, the very best vocals of Edith Piaf. Her voice, the range and depth, to me, is like a wonderful instrument. I am very happy.
 "THE SPARROW" TOUCHES ME May 13, 2008
This cd is very good. It contains all of her most popular songs and the quality is quite good. I purchased another of her cd's that I believe is a better quality, but this one is definitely adequate, and very enjoyable, especially "Non Je Ne Regrette Rien" ("No, I Regret Nothing"). Miss Piaf's artistry touches me profoundly after seeing the movie of her life, "La Vie En Rose," starring Marion Cotillard. Marion deservedly won the Academy Award for her performance this year. Edith Piaf had an incredible life, and we are blessed with the preservation of her music.
Great first album! February 24, 2008
I bought this album a while back, more out of curiosity than anything else, and it sat around for ages in my collection of music. Then I saw the movie La Vie en Rose, with Marion Cotillard. That did it. Why on earth I haven't paid more attention to Ms. Piaf is a mystery to me, but now I want the whole catalogue. This is a wonderful album to start if you don't already have any of Piaf's recordings, because it features many of the songs that are used in the movie, with the exception of Padam Padam, which won't be missing from my collection for much longer! Also, talke a look at 75 Chansons.
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