Poetica (1996)

"In the '90s, Mikis Theodorakis had a major asset in singer Maria Farantouri, who handles all of the vocals on Poetica. Blessed with a gorgeous voice and a fantastic range, Farantouri brings a great deal of charisma and humanity to such Theodorakis melodies as "With Half a Moon," "Color of Love" and "Sobbing Angels." Theodorakis is a superb composer -- one of the true poets of Greek pop, to be sure -- and Farantouri has the sensitivity and depth needed for his songs. Interestingly, Poetica wasn't recorded in Greece, but was recorded for the German Peregrina label at a studio in Ludwigsburg, Germany. In fact, the band that Theodorakis leads on this CD, is comprised of German musicians. Highly recommended." (allmusic.com)