Immerse yourself in the profound and stirring compositions of Ralph Vaughan Williams with his powerful album "Vaughan Williams: Dona Nobis Pacem - Sancta Civitas." Released on April 27, 2010, under the Naxos label, this classical masterpiece is a collection of two significant works: the cantata "Dona Nobis Pacem" and the oratorio "Sancta Civitas." Written in 1936, "Dona Nobis Pacem" is a poignant blend of Biblical texts with those by Walt Whitman and John Bright, serving as both a prayer and a timely warning against the political instability of the era. The oratorio "Sancta Civitas" complements this with its vivid and visionary narrative, drawing from the Book of Revelation. Performed by the esteemed Bach Choir and the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra under the direction of David Hill, this album offers a rich and immersive listening experience. With a runtime of 1 hour and 4 minutes, it's a testament to Vaughan Williams' enduring legacy and his ability to evoke deep emotion and reflection through his music.
Tracks
Dona Nobis Pacem: Agnus DeiRalph Vaughan Williams, Christina Pier, Matthew Brook, The Bach Choir, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Dona Nobis Pacem: Beat! Beat! Drums!Ralph Vaughan Williams, Christina Pier, Matthew Brook, The Bach Choir, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Dona Nobis Pacem: ReconciliationRalph Vaughan Williams, Christina Pier, Matthew Brook, The Bach Choir, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Dona Nobis Pacem: Dirge for 2 VeteransRalph Vaughan Williams, Christina Pier, Matthew Brook, The Bach Choir, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Dona Nobis Pacem: The Angel of Death has been abroadRalph Vaughan Williams, Christina Pier, Matthew Brook, The Bach Choir, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Dona Nobis Pacem: O Man Greatly BelovedRalph Vaughan Williams, Christina Pier, Matthew Brook, The Bach Choir, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Sancta civitas: I was in the SpiritRalph Vaughan Williams, Andrew Staples, Matthew Brook, The Bach Choir, Winchester Cathedral Choristers, Winchester College Quiristers, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Sancta civitas: And I saw Heaven openedRalph Vaughan Williams, Andrew Staples, Matthew Brook, The Bach Choir, Winchester Cathedral Choristers, Winchester College Quiristers, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Sancta civitas: And I saw an Angel standing in the SunRalph Vaughan Williams, Andrew Staples, Matthew Brook, The Bach Choir, Winchester Cathedral Choristers, Winchester College Quiristers, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Sancta civitas: Babylon the great is fallenRalph Vaughan Williams, Andrew Staples, Matthew Brook, The Bach Choir, Winchester Cathedral Choristers, Winchester College Quiristers, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Sancta civitas: Rejoice over her O HeavensRalph Vaughan Williams, Andrew Staples, Matthew Brook, The Bach Choir, Winchester Cathedral Choristers, Winchester College Quiristers, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Sancta civitas: And I saw a new HeavenRalph Vaughan Williams, Andrew Staples, Matthew Brook, The Bach Choir, Winchester Cathedral Choristers, Winchester College Quiristers, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Sancta civitas: Therefore are they before the throne of GodRalph Vaughan Williams, Andrew Staples, Matthew Brook, The Bach Choir, Winchester Cathedral Choristers, Winchester College Quiristers, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Sancta civitas: And I saw a pure riverRalph Vaughan Williams, Andrew Staples, Matthew Brook, The Bach Choir, Winchester Cathedral Choristers, Winchester College Quiristers, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Sancta civitas: Holy, Holy, HolyRalph Vaughan Williams, Andrew Staples, Matthew Brook, The Bach Choir, Winchester Cathedral Choristers, Winchester College Quiristers, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Sancta civitas: Heaven and earth are full of Thy gloryRalph Vaughan Williams, Andrew Staples, Matthew Brook, The Bach Choir, Winchester Cathedral Choristers, Winchester College Quiristers, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
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