California vocalist/pianist Janyce Moomjian's "Velvet Inspirational and Christian Music" is an aptly titled album that uses the artist's vocal performance both as a musical instrument, as well as an instrument for teaching. This is the third release from Moomjian and Velvet Voyce Enterprises, all of which are intended, among other things, to provide vocal lessons to the listener. This particular album takes inspirational and Christian songs written by Janyce along with traditional inspirational and Christian songs, fashioning them around piano compositions and Moomjian's vocals. She sings in a theatrical, pop opera soprano similar to Barbara Streisand. "Velvet Inspirational and Christian Music" is well-produced and brings Moomjian's vocals to the forefront while keeping the piano audible but relatively light. "Tiny Star" has fun, lulling keyboard work and a great vocal performance about wishing, dreaming, and living. "Walk In The Lord" has an upbeat piano progression, a nice drum beat, and inspiring lyrics. "Ave Maria" is a great take on the traditional hymn with nice piano work and an excellent operatic vocal. Sopranos seeking vocal lessons and fans of inspirational Christian music and great piano work should certainly look into Janyce Moomjian.
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