La Luna (Sarah Brightman album)

La Luna is a studio album by English soprano Sarah Brightman, released in 2000. The album is a classical crossover work, drawing inspiration from classical music, opera, and pop. The title, "La Luna," translates to "The Moon" in Spanish and Italian, and the album's themes revolve around dreams, moonlight, and fantasy.

The album features a blend of original compositions and covers of existing songs. Some of the more well-known tracks include "La Luna," the title track which incorporates elements from Dvořák's "Song to the Moon" from Rusalka; "Scarborough Fair"; and "Figlio Perduto," based on Adagio in G Minor attributed to Remo Giazotto. The album also includes selections from operas such as Verdi's La forza del destino ("Heimweh").

La Luna was a commercial success for Brightman, charting in multiple countries and contributing to her international recognition as a leading classical crossover artist. It was supported by a world tour, the La Luna Concert, which further showcased the album's themes and Brightman's vocal abilities. The album is known for its lush orchestral arrangements and Brightman's signature vocal style, which blends classical technique with pop sensibilities.