Title: Relaxing and refreshing
Review: This recording shows what everyone already knows, that Richard Carpenter is an incredibly gifted composer and arranger. It features arrangements, mostly instrumental but some with choral accompaniment, of songs that The Carpenters recorded, as well as a couple of selections that Mr. Carpenter wrote after his sister's untimely death. The latter selections seem to be deeply-felt tributes to Karen Carpenter's memory. The chorus adds a nice touch to tracks such as "Sandy." It's refreshing to hear this, along with some other lesser-known numbers, given a new treatment. As always, Mr. Carpenter's music is understated, elegant, and classy.
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