Oldarra

The musical traditions of the Basque region of Spain have been preserved by Biarritz-based Oldarra. Singing songs from the region's seven provinces in their original dialect, the all-amateur, 40-man choral group blends a rich mixture of liturgical chants and songs written by sailors or shepherds. According to www.warner-classics.com, Oldarra "has not only achieved its full expressive potential but made a name for itself by virtue of the demands and originality of its work. The beauty of the colors and timbres of the singers' voices give its performances a richness and depth th...