Andrew Fletcher presents "A New Heaven: 1000 Years of Sacred Choral Music," a captivating journey through a millennium of sacred choral compositions. Released on February 6, 2012, under The Sound Corporation label, this choral masterpiece spans a duration of 1 hour and 5 minutes, featuring a diverse range of tracks from various composers and centuries.
The album showcases the exquisite vocals of the Choir of New College, Oxford, and the Choir of Jesus College, conducted by Jeffrey Skidmore, with Andrew Fletcher accompanying on the organ. The tracklist includes timeless pieces such as "Ave Maria" by Anton Bruckner, "Nune Dimittis" by Thomas Tallis, and "Adagio for Strings" by Samuel Barber, among others. Each track is a testament to the rich history and evolution of sacred choral music, offering a blend of traditional plainsong, Renaissance polyphony, and modern choral works.
"A New Heaven" is not just a collection of songs but a celebration of the enduring power of choral music. The album's intricate harmonies, profound lyrics, and the sheer beauty of the human voice create an atmosphere of reverence and tranquility. Whether you are a seasoned choral music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises a deeply moving and spiritually uplifting experience.
Tracks
Agnus DeiSamuel Barber, Andrew Fletcher, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
Ave generosaHildegard von Bingen, Andrew Fletcher, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
Ave MariaAnton Bruckner, Andrew Fletcher, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
If Ye Love MeThomas Tallis, Andrew Fletcher, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
Hosanna to the Son of DavidThomas Weelkes, Andrew Fletcher, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
Christ Our Paschal LambJohn Sheppard, Andrew Fletcher, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
Faire Is the HeavenWilliam Harris, Andrew Fletcher, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
Come Holy GhostJonathan Harvey, Andrew Fletcher, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
Assumpta est MariaGuillaume-Gabriel Nivers, Andrew Fletcher, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
Cantique de Jean RacineGabriel Fauré, Andrew Fletcher, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
Nune DimittisSergei Rachmaninoff, Andrew Fletcher, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
Ave verum corpusWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Andrew Fletcher, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
Pater Noster (12th Century Plainsong)Anonymous, Andrew Fletcher, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
Gaelic BlessingJohn Rutter, Andrew Fletcher, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
O salutaris hostiaThomas Jennefelt, Andrew Fletcher, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
God So Loved the WorldJohn Strainer, Andrew Fletcher, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
And I Saw a New HeavenEdgar Leslie Bainton, Andrew Fletcher, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
Veni creator spiritus (9th Century Plainsong)Anonymous, Andrew Fletcher, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
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