Instruct: Classify an Amazon review into positive or negative sentiment.
Query: Very pleasant listening

I was never much a fan of this singer, but the joy he brings across in his delivery of these old favorites has won me over. Granted some of the songs herein are better sung by a tenor--although Hampson's voice is very close to that range--and the many singers mentioned in the notes who were noted for these songs makes one all the more aware of earlier recordings far better than some of these offerings. But the point is they are all together on one CD with excellent sound, adequate orchestral accompaniment, and (by the way) good notes about the composers and the complete texts with English (and French) translations. So this is really one good buy--not exactly a Grabbit--but much recommended for those who love the old time melodies.