Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of sacred music with "Great Tudor Anthems" by the renowned Worcester Cathedral Choir. Released on June 15, 2010, under the Griffin Records label, this album is a stunning collection of 20 choral pieces that span a duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes. The album beautifully showcases the choir's mastery of both choral and Christmas genres, offering a blend of traditional and festive compositions that highlight the choir's exceptional vocal prowess.
Under the direction of Donald Hunt and Raymond Johnston, the Worcester Cathedral Choir delivers a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply moving. The album features a variety of anthems and hymns, including well-known pieces like "Hosanna to the son of David" and "Ave verum corpus," as well as lesser-known gems that showcase the choir's versatility and depth. The choir's harmonies are rich and resonant, filling the listener with a sense of awe and reverence.
"Great Tudor Anthems" is not just an album; it's an experience that transports you to the grandeur of a cathedral, where the voices of the choir seem to echo off the ancient stone walls. The album is a testament to the enduring power of sacred music and the skill of the Worcester Cathedral Choir, making it a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the beauty of choral music. Whether you're a fan of traditional hymns or looking to explore the rich history of choral music, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Laudibus in sanctisWilliam Byrd, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt, Raymond Johnston
Justorum animaeWilliam Byrd, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Raymond Johnston, Donald Hunt
Hosanna to the son of DavidThomas Weelkes, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt, Raymond Johnston
Dum transisset SabbatumJohn Taverner, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Raymond Johnston, Donald Hunt
My beloved spakeThomas Tomkins, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt, Raymond Johnston
O sing unto the LordThomas Tomkins, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Raymond Johnston, Donald Hunt
Teach me, O LordWilliam Byrd, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Raymond Johnston, Donald Hunt
Cantate DominoWilliam Byrd, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Raymond Johnston, Donald Hunt
Ave verum corpusWilliam Byrd, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt, Raymond Johnston
Sing joyfullyWilliam Byrd, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Raymond Johnston, Donald Hunt
Salvator mundiThomas Tallis, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt, Raymond Johnston
When David heardThomas Weelkes, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Raymond Johnston, Donald Hunt
Gloria in excelsis DeoThomas Weelkes, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt, Raymond Johnston
Almighty God, the fountainThomas Tomkins, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Raymond Johnston, Donald Hunt
When David heardThomas Tomkins, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt, Raymond Johnston
O Lord, in thy wrathOrlando Gibbons, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt, Raymond Johnston
Hosanna to the son of DavidOrlando Gibbons, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt, Raymond Johnston
In PaceJohn Blitheman, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt, Raymond Johnston
O Lord the maker of all thingWilliam Mundy, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt, Raymond Johnston
O Praise GodRobert White (attr), Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt, Raymond Johnston
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