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William Walton - Belshazzar's Feast (LP)

William Walton

LP
1 piece(s)
2025
10 tracks
35 min
classical

Belshazzar's Feast

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Product Description

Immerse yourself in the powerful and dramatic orchestral work of William Walton with "Belshazzar's Feast," set to release on July 21, 2025, under Aardvart Records. This classical masterpiece, spanning 35 minutes, is a choral symphony that brings to life the biblical story of Belshazzar's feast and the fall of Babylon. With its rich, evocative score and stirring choral arrangements, Walton's composition is a testament to his mastery of the genre. The album features ten tracks, each delving into different aspects of the narrative, from the prophetic words of Isaiah to the grandeur of Babylon and the ultimate downfall of its king. "Belshazzar's Feast" is a captivating journey through history and faith, showcasing Walton's ability to blend dramatic storytelling with profound musical expression.

This 1956 Repress LP is pressed on Blue vinyl.

Tracks

I. Thus spake IsaiahWilliam Walton, Voce Chamber Choir, Suzi Digby, Willard White, David Briggs
5:11
II. If I forget TheeWilliam Walton, Voce Chamber Choir, Suzi Digby, Willard White, David Briggs
2:28
III. By the waters of BabylonWilliam Walton, Voce Chamber Choir, Suzi Digby, Willard White, David Briggs
3:05
IV. Babylon was a great CityWilliam Walton, Voce Chamber Choir, Suzi Digby, Willard White, David Briggs
4:39
V. Praise ye the God of GoldWilliam Walton, Voce Chamber Choir, Suzi Digby, Willard White, David Briggs
5:16
VI. Thus in BabylonWilliam Walton, Voce Chamber Choir, Suzi Digby, Willard White, David Briggs
2:14
VII. Thou, O King, art King of KingsWilliam Walton, Voce Chamber Choir, Suzi Digby, Willard White, David Briggs
1:13
VIII. And in that same HourWilliam Walton, Voce Chamber Choir, Suzi Digby, Willard White, David Briggs
6:14
IX. The trumpeters and PipersWilliam Walton, Voce Chamber Choir, Suzi Digby, Willard White, David Briggs
1:11
X. Then sing aloud to God our StrengthWilliam Walton, Voce Chamber Choir, Suzi Digby, Willard White, David Briggs
4:15

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Belshazzar's Feast
Artist: William Walton
LP release year: 1956
Album release date: 21 juli 2025
Label: Westminster
Available: No

Product information

Format: LP
Quantity: 1 piece(s)
Type: Repress
Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 35 min
Tracks: 10 tracks
Colour: Blue

Other

Limited Edition: No
Country: US
Genre: Classical
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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