Embark on a nautical journey with the Ely Cathedral Choir's 2001 release, "They That Go Down To The Sea...". This choral masterpiece, released under Clovelly Recordings, is a captivating exploration of maritime themes, featuring 15 tracks that blend traditional sea shanties, folksongs, and choral works. The album opens with the stirring "They That Go Down To The Sea In Ships" and includes a suite of "Four Songs for Sailors" that showcase the choir's versatility and the rich tapestry of maritime music. Sea Fever, a classic poem set to music, and The Golden Vanity, a traditional sea song, are among the highlights. The choir's crisp, resonant voices bring a sense of drama and nostalgia to each piece, making this album a standout in their discography. With a duration of just over an hour and nine minutes, it's a perfect companion for those seeking a serene and evocative listening experience.
Tracks
They That Go Down To The Sea In ShipsSumsion, Ely Cathedral Choir, Paul Trepte, Scott Farrell
Four songs for sailors - To The ThamesDyson, Ely Cathedral Choir, Paul Trepte, Scott Farrell
Four songs for sailors - Where lies the landDyson, Ely Cathedral Choir, Paul Trepte, Scott Farrell
Four songs for sailors - Sea musicDyson, Ely Cathedral Choir, Paul Trepte, Scott Farrell
Four songs for sailors - A wet sheet and a flowing seaDyson, Ely Cathedral Choir, Paul Trepte, Scott Farrell
Sea FeverIreland, Ely Cathedral Choir, Paul Trepte, Scott Farrell
Swansea TownTraditional arr Holst, Traditional, Ely Cathedral Choir, Paul Trepte, Scott Farrell
The Golden VanityBritten, Ely Cathedral Choir, Paul Trepte, Scott Farrell
The Ships of ArcadyHead, Ely Cathedral Choir, Paul Trepte, Scott Farrell
Five English Folksongs - The dark eyed sailorTraditional arr Vaughan Williams, Traditional, Ely Cathedral Choir, Paul Trepte, Scott Farrell
Five English Folksongs - The springtime of the yearRalph Vaughan Williams, Traditional, Ely Cathedral Choir, Paul Trepte, Scott Farrell
Five English Folksongs - Just as the tide was flowingRalph Vaughan Williams, Traditional, Ely Cathedral Choir, Paul Trepte, Scott Farrell
Five English Folksongs - The lover's GhostRalph Vaughan Williams, Traditional, Ely Cathedral Choir, Paul Trepte, Scott Farrell
Five English Folksongs - Wassail songRalph Vaughan Williams, Traditional, Ely Cathedral Choir, Paul Trepte, Scott Farrell
The Sea of FaithHemingway, Ely Cathedral Choir, Paul Trepte, Scott Farrell
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