Will You Be Ready?

Track Listings
1. So Good to Know (The Savior)    
2. Waiting to Hear from You    
3. Don't Worry    
4. Save Me Now    
5. Will You Be Ready?    
6. Lord Jesus Help Me (Help Somebody Else)    
7. Let's Not Crucify Him Again    
8. More Than You'll Ever Know    
9. Take Your Burdens (To the Lord)    
10. Praise for You    

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Carmen (Sung in English)
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • English is an asset and a drawback
  • You Will Love Opera After Hearing Carmen In English
  • A wholly credible "Carmen" -- finally!
  • I love Carmen!
 Carmen (Sung in English)
Bizet , Bardon , Gavin , Plazas , Magee , and Parry
Manufacturer: Chandos
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00007JGRN
Release Date: 2003-03-11

Tracks:

  1. Prelude
  2. In The Plaza
  3. Just Look At That Delicious Morsel
  4. Here Come Our New Soldier Boys
  5. Jose! There Was A Girl Here Looking For You Just Now
  6. Off With You Old Soldier Boys
  7. Corporal! Sir!
  8. We Have Heard The Bell Summon Us To Meet Here
  9. Ah, Just Look!
  10. But Why Hasn't She Come, Our Carmencita?
  11. Love's A Bird Wild As Any Rebel
  12. Carmen! We Will Follow You High And Low!
  13. The Cheek Of It!
  14. Give Me News Of My Mother!
  15. Your Dear Mother And I Were Leaving Church This Morning
  16. I See My Mother's Face!
  17. Wait A Moment - I'm Going To Read The Letter
  18. Come And Help
  19. So, Corporal: Tell Me What Happened
  20. Well, Carmencita: What Do You Have To Say For Yourself?
  21. Where Are You Taking Me?
  22. There's An Old Bar In The City
  23. Careful - It's Lieutenant!
  24. Entr'acte
  25. From Far Away Mysterious Sounds
  26. Bravo, Bravo! More! Keep Dancing!
  27. Hurrah! Hurrah! The Torero!
  28. Who's That? It's Escamillo, The Bullfighter From Granada
  29. Hurrah! Hurrah! The Torero!
  30. You're Most Kind
  31. We'll Come With You, Senor Torero
  32. Toreador, Be Ready!
  33. At Last! We Got Rid Of Them As Quickly As We Could
  34. There's A Little Job That We're Starting!
  35. Being In Love Is Not A Reason

Tracks:

  1. To Bid You Welcome To Our Bar
  2. La La La La La La La La...
  3. Back To Camp!... Go At Once!
  4. That Flow'r You Threw To Me I Treasured
  5. No, It's Not Love At All!
  6. Hello! Carmen!
  7. Lieutenant Fair, It's True
  8. The Sky Above The Open Road
  9. Entr'acte
  10. Keep Going, Dear Old Friend, Kep Going!
  11. Right! Let's Stop For A While
  12. Shuffle! Cut Them!
  13. In Vain You Would Avoid The Bitter Things They're Saying
  14. You're Back!
  15. As For That Man, It Should Be Easy!
  16. Is This The Place?
  17. I Say That There's Nothing To Fear
  18. It's Him! I'm Sure It's Him Over There!
  19. Escamillo Is My Name, And I Come From Granada
  20. She Had A Lover Here
  21. Hola! Hola! Jose!
  22. You Should Take Care, Carmen
  23. Alas! Jose, Your Mother Is Ill
  24. Entr'acte
  25. A Few Cuartos! A Few Cuartos!
  26. Here They Come! Here They Come!
  27. If You Love Me, Carmen
  28. It's You! It's Me!
  29. Viva! Viva! What A Corrida!

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars English is an asset and a drawback.......2004-07-20

The best thing about this recording of Carmen is the libretto. Conductor David Parry penned this facile and dramatic English translation. He avoids the pitfalls of literal translation to achieve an idiomatic flow that matches the rhythm of the original lyrics. I use this as a reference libretto for any of the French Carmens.

Unfortunately, the performance suffers from being sung in English. The singers declaim their parts with such proper British diction that Carmen comes across as a school marm. The spoken dialog is delivered beat for deliberate beat and is dripping with reverb. It makes the plaza, tavern and mountain pass all sound like a sewer pipe.

This is a good first Carmen for someone trying to understand the work. The libretto itself is a good investment for further listening. For an enjoyable performance with an emphasis on character and action, I recommend Regina Resnik on the London Double Decker set.

5 out of 5 stars You Will Love Opera After Hearing Carmen In English.......2004-02-09

What a perfect introduction to opera. This newly released recording will surely get you hooked into opera. Carmen, a French opera by Georges Bizet, is the most recognizable and most popular in the opera world. It's famous melodies- the overture, the Habanera, The Toreador Song have all been featured in everything from cellular phone ring tones to Superbowl Commercial (last year's Superbowl with The "Opera In English" label has been making Italian operas into English for a number of years now. Also on the market are Verdi's La Traviata in English (with soprano Valerie Masterson as Violetta) Handel's Julius Caesar with Janet Baker and even Wagner's epic Ring Of The Nibeling sung in English. This is a terrific recording and I highly recommend it if you want to get into opera. Listen to this version first and then try the real, original French version Bizet had written. Patricia Bardon is sensational, sexy and dramatic as Carmen.

The real strength of this version is the dynamic drama. With the advantage of being sung in English, we get better insight on characters' emotions and motives, and we understand the drama a lot better. Carmen is all about great drama. Bizet drew the plot from the French writer Prosper Merimee's dark short story. Carmen is the ultimate femme fatale- a devil-may-care, sexy Gypsy living in Spain, seduces the conservatively raised soldier Don Jose, stealing him away from his fiancee, the passive Micaela, living a life of underground smuggling and rowdy taverns. "Habanera" and "The Gypsy Song and Dance" are very expressive of Carmen's extraordinarily liberal lifestyle. Don Jose, however, has fallen deeply in love- as he shows us in his song/aria "The Flower Song". But Carmen soon becomes tired of his constancy. Don Jose wants a committed, monogamous relationship with Carmen. But Carmen will not submit to love, since she is first and foremost a carnal creature. Eventually, she falls for the handsome Toreador Escamillo. Don Jose, consumed by jealousy, stabs Carmen at a bullfight after Carmen declares her love for Escamillo and rejects Don Jose's love. Don Jose's crazed, obscessive personality shines through in the English version as well. This tragedy has been done in English before so don't think this is the first time. Back in the 50's, there was a film, starring black actors "Carmen Jones" which was treated the same way as this opera- more like an English Broadway musical and with the dubbed singing voice of Marilyn Horne as Carmen. All in all, this recording is excellent.

5 out of 5 stars A wholly credible "Carmen" -- finally!.......2003-09-17

This recording really sells "Carmen" as a drama. Although I have two other recordings of this opera and have seen it performed several times, it never quite worked for me dramatically. But thanks to the fine performances, conducting, and translation here, I've become a "Carmen" convert. Producing a good English-language performance of a foreign opera, especially a warhorse like "Carmen," is much more difficult than it might appear. You need performers who not only can sing the parts (of course) but also can sing *English* and make it halfway intelligible and make it sound like English and make it dramatically convincing to English-speakers. The singers on this recording do an excellent job all around. Don't be put off if you don't recognize their names -- they are up to the task musically and (especially) in their acting. Admittedly, as with *all* English-language recordings, some passages are very hard to understand without reading along, but most of the time the words are clear and effective. I would recommend this recording to any opera beginner or opera lover, even those who normally turn up their noses at performances in translation.

4 out of 5 stars I love Carmen!.......2003-08-15

I do. I can think of no other opera with more melodic inventiveness, and few others with so sure a dramatic pulse. Carmen is popular and it thrills me to say that it is also a very good opera - not always true of popular things.

And what of this recording? Carmen sits well in English, so it is good to hear in translation, although some of the detais in the text jar. Escamillo refers to Jose as "my dear", which sounds rather peculiar, and the guide's line to Micaela: "it's not exactly inviting, is it?" sounds distinctly Middle England rather than Rural Spain. Some of the performers, not least Carmen herself, make the words work, although there are long tracts, especially with the chorus, where the language is distinctly indistinct.

The soloists are, by and large, strong. Patricia Bardon's deep, Handel-friendly voice adapts well to Carmen and she colours the music with phenomenal detail, sounding sexy and provocative from the start with an edge of pride and anger that emerges as the show goes on. She is out of her depth above the stave, though, and some extra top notes in the second act don't show her off to her best advantage. I have previously said that Julian Gavin is poorly served by recordings, though here he sounds much more even and gives a thrilling and musical performance (but his wooden spoken lines let him down). Mary Plazas is a lovely Micaela, rich-voiced and sincere (and word-perfect), but Garry Magee sounds miscast as Escamillo, lacking the ballast at the bottom of the voice to do justice to this tricky role.

The supporting cast is good (Mary Hegarty seems to do nothing but Frasquita these days!) but the really treasurable thing is the conducting. Stepping out of Italian Ottocento, David Parry turns his hand to this French Comedie with an appropriate lightness of touch. His pacing and handling of the set pieces is exemplary and the enrtractes go with a real swing.

A pleasure, then, for the Carmen naive or a novelty for the Carmen-acquainted. I nearly wrote Carmen-weary - but I don't think it's possible.
Will You Be Ready?
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • My all-time favorite
  • A Fabulous Praise Offering to the LORD
  • Probably the greatest
  • This is the signature album for the original Commissioned
  • ON TIME GOSPEL ALBUM
 Will You Be Ready?
Commissioned
Manufacturer: Platinum Ent.
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0000047X1
Release Date: 1993-08-17

Tracks:

  1. So Good To Know (The Savior)
  2. Waiting To Hear From You
  3. Don't Worry
  4. Save Me Now
  5. Will You Be Ready?
  6. Lord Jesus Help Me (Help Somebody Else)
  7. Let's Not Crucify Him Again
  8. More Than You'll Ever Know
  9. Take Your Burdens (To The Lord)
  10. A Praise For You

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars My all-time favorite.......2002-05-17

Out of any Commissioned CD, this is by far my favorite. No other album they've made has dethroned this one. However, Commissioned Reunion is slowly taking its place. This was a breakout album for them and probably is the only album I know word for word. The funny part is I haven't heard the album in a couple of years.

5 out of 5 stars A Fabulous Praise Offering to the LORD.......2002-03-13

What a wonderful CD. I encourage lovers of contemporary Black Gospel to purchase this CD. It's a contemporary offering with a bit of the traditional sound mixed in. Everytime I listen to this I have to get my praise on. I wish Commissioned would put together more CDs such as this one. Buy it--you will love it.

5 out of 5 stars Probably the greatest.......2000-05-18

Well, this is definately my favourite Commisioned album. All these years, and i still can't seem to stop playing it. it is so real to me. With Will u be ready - let's not crucify Him - Lord Jesus help me - Save me now and all the great songs, i'm yet to appreciate any of the other fantastic album as i do this one. It's a shame that they aren't all together to give us the best christian music ever, but i'm commissioned till i die.Out.

4 out of 5 stars This is the signature album for the original Commissioned.......1999-09-10

This is probably Commissioned's coming out album. The smooth contemporary style of music with great harmony, and they have always been known for excellent lyricS. The writing style of Mike Brooks is evident on this cd. The harmonies remind you of the pop/rock group Chicago. This is one of my favorite cd's,The signature tune, So good to know the savior, is great. It also was closing tune in most of their concerts...the song is outstanding Live. The vamp has been changed. You here on Carmen live 1991.(Marvin Sapp on lead vocals) This is when lead vocals other than Keith Staten were used. Fred Hammond's great vocals are used often on this cd.

4 out of 5 stars ON TIME GOSPEL ALBUM.......1998-11-24

I thoroughly enjoyed this album so much that I bought the CD and the tape. Great one, Commissioned, I want to hear some new songs from you. Keep up the good Word.
Who'll Be a Witness
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    		Who'll Be a Witness

    Manufacturer: Den's Recording Co.
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B000CAAAO4
    Release Date: 2003-04-22
    My Faith
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • Very Uplifting!
    • You Go Girl!!!!
    • I Love It!
    • I love this voice!
    • Excellent!
    		 My Faith
    Ivyia
    Manufacturer: Philio Records
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B00014DGPQ
    Release Date: 2003-12-09

    Tracks:

    1. This Day
    2. Nothing Like Being Saved
    3. Denied Stone
    4. Pray
    5. Master's Hands
    6. Never Let Ya Break up my home
    7. Doctors Office
    8. My Faith
    9. Thank You For Healing
    10. I believe
    11. Take Me Back
    12. O Holy Night
    13. Healing Instrumental

    Album Description

    "My Faith is Ivyia solo debut featuring her sweet soprano voice with background vocals from several former members of O'landa Draper & Associates. (word/epic)

    Look for inspiring songs of healing and faith e.g. "My Faith and I Believe"! You will be moved by a skit prior to the title song and will understand that nothing is more powerful than faith. Get ready to jump and shout off a powerful family support song "Never Let Ya Break Up My Home" and enjoy up-to-date version of Denied Stone and Take Me back. To top it off, a wonderful version of O Holy Night is added to this already excellent CD.

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Very Uplifting!.......2004-05-30

    I just purchased "My Faith" CD and all I can say is WOW! I was putting together a computer desk and realized just how powerful these songs are. I was moved to tears and know that there is an anointing on this CD. Great Job!

    Cecil

    5 out of 5 stars You Go Girl!!!!.......2003-12-27

    This CD is sure to be a hit! Ivyia's voice flows from one track to the next in such a soothing way. Her voice is so refreshing and her words so encouraging. This CD offers a great mix of uplifting songs that will take you to the throne room. Great Job Ivyia, let the Lord continue to use you...inspite of!
    Your cousin, Kendra.

    5 out of 5 stars I Love It!.......2003-12-21

    This is a great CD and I am so proud that you are from Memphis. I just saw you last night at the Vine in concert and love your voice. When I pop this CD into my car, It surprised me to hear such polish tracks, unlike what I hear around this town from other gospel artists. You have such a great CD and several hit records in my opinion. Your voice is simply remarkable. My Faith, the title song is just awesome and the track before this made me cry because it was touching. Keep up the great work! By the way, your producer is very talented and sooooo cute too, hook a sister up if he's not married! :)

    5 out of 5 stars I love this voice!.......2003-12-18

    I really like this artist (Ivyia) voice, its very sweet and soulful but quite unique! I really love Master's Hands, Pray and Never Let Ya Breakup My Home! The best part, these songs are right after each other and that's a major plus for me! You will not regret purchasing this CD, its a really good compilation of music and I am glad that someone decided to make a CD where all the songs are good and worth the money.

    5 out of 5 stars Excellent!.......2003-12-12

    I like this project! It's a fresh sound and some very nice grooves as well as spirit moving songs. The song "My Faith" will definitely move you to tears.
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      		Will You Be Ready?

      Manufacturer: BG
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

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      ASIN: B000CA3KHS
      Release Date: 2002-01-22

      Tracks:

      1. His Love
      2. He Is
      3. Jesus
      4. I Need A Word
      5. Christmas
      6. Our Love
      7. Make It Right
      8. Will You Be Ready?
      9. I'll Make It Through
      10. He Will Make A Way
      11. He's So Good ( Re-Mix )
      12. Will You Be Ready (outro)
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        Release Date: 2004-11-02
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          Gospel Creators
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          Binding: Audio CD

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          ASIN: B000OPO7FA
          Release Date: 2007-04-10
          Will You Be Ready?
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            		Will You Be Ready?

            Manufacturer: Novlet Russell
            ProductGroup: Music
            Binding: Audio CD
            ASIN: B000EQ1OUA
            Will You Be Ready?
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              Commissioned
              Manufacturer: Light
              ProductGroup: Music
              Binding: Audio CD

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              Release Date: 1990-10-25

              Tracks:

              1. So Good to Know (The Savior)
              2. Waiting to Hear from You
              3. Don't Worry
              4. Save Me Now
              5. Will You Be Ready?
              6. Lord Jesus Help Me (Help Somebody Else)
              7. Let's Not Crucify Him Again
              8. More Than You'll Ever Know
              9. Take Your Burdens (To the Lord)
              10. Praise for You

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