Immerse yourself in the captivating world of choral and orchestral music with Hampson Sisler's "Songs of the Sages - Orchestral and Choral Music." Released on MSR Classics in 2008, this 53-minute album is a testament to Sisler's mastery of blending sacred texts with contemporary composition. The album opens with the triumphant "To Life - Orchestral Fanfare," setting the stage for a diverse collection of works that span over a decade of Sisler's creative output. From the introspective "Diurnal Night" to the powerful "Four Anthems For Mixed Chorus," each piece is a unique exploration of sound and spirituality. The standout "Nature’s Terrorists Orchestral Suite" offers a thrilling journey through nature's more predatory aspects, while the titular "Songs Of The Sages" cantata delves into wisdom and knowledge through biblical texts. Hampson Sisler's ability to weave together intricate orchestrations and profound lyrics makes this album a compelling listen for both choral enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Tracks
To Life - Orchestral Fanfare (2005)Arkady Leytush, Ukraine National Symphony Orchestra
Diurnal Night - Solo Cantata For Soprano And Chamber Orchestra (2005)Hampson Sisler, Viktoriya Khokhlova, Arkady Leytush, Ukraine National Symphony Orchestra
Four Anthems For Mixed Chorus: I. Christ, Redemptor (1995)Hampson Sisler, Arkady Leytush, Ukraine National Symphony Orchestra
Four Anthems For Mixed Chorus: II. These Forty Days (1994)Hampson Sisler, Arkady Leytush, Ukraine National Symphony Orchestra
Four Anthems For Mixed Chorus: III. Spirit Of God (1989)Hampson Sisler, Arkady Leytush, Ukraine National Symphony Orchestra
Four Anthems For Mixed Chorus: IV. Give Peace A Chance (1992)Hampson Sisler, Arkady Leytush, Ukraine National Symphony Orchestra
Nature’s Terrorists Orchestral Suite (2006): I. PreyHampson Sisler, Arkady Leytush, Ukraine National Symphony Orchestra
Nature’s Terrorists Orchestral Suite (2006): II. PiranhasHampson Sisler, Arkady Leytush, Ukraine National Symphony Orchestra
Nature’s Terrorists Orchestral Suite (2006): III. Venus Fly TrapHampson Sisler, Arkady Leytush, Ukraine National Symphony Orchestra
Nature’s Terrorists Orchestral Suite (2006): IV. Killer BeesHampson Sisler, Arkady Leytush, Ukraine National Symphony Orchestra
Nature’s Terrorists Orchestral Suite (2006): V. PanicHampson Sisler, Arkady Leytush, Ukraine National Symphony Orchestra
Songs Of The Sages Cantata For Narrator, Chorus, Orchestra And Organ (1998): I. Proverbs (The Bible) – WisdomHampson Sisler, Arkady Leytush, Ukraine National Symphony Orchestra
Songs Of The Sages Cantata For Narrator, Chorus, Orchestra And Organ (1998): II. Ecclesiastes (The Bible) – KnowledgeHampson Sisler, Arkady Leytush, Ukraine National Symphony Orchestra
Songs Of The Sages Cantata For Narrator, Chorus, Orchestra And Organ (1998): III. Solomon (The Apocrypha) – Virtue, EpilogueHampson Sisler, Arkady Leytush, Ukraine National Symphony Orchestra
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