Kenneth Leighton's "Cathedral Music," released on July 1, 1992, under the Hyperion label, is a captivating exploration of choral music that spans a little over an hour. This album showcases Leighton's mastery of the choral genre, featuring a diverse collection of sacred works that highlight his compositional prowess. The tracklist includes a variety of pieces, such as the "Missa brevis, Op. 50," which offers a traditional yet innovative take on the mass, and the "Crucifixus pro nobis, Op. 38," a profound meditation on the Passion of Christ. The album also features the enchanting "3 Carols, Op. 25: No. 2, Lully, Lulla, Thou Little Tiny Child," adding a touch of festive charm. Leighton's "The Second Service, Op. 62" and the concluding "Evening Hymn, Let All the World in Every Corner Sing" provide a serene and uplifting conclusion to this rich musical journey. Whether you're a fan of choral music or simply looking to explore the works of a renowned composer, Kenneth Leighton's "Cathedral Music" is a compelling addition to any music collection.
Tracks
Te Deum laudamusKenneth Leighton, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Andrew Lucas
Missa brevis, Op. 50: I. Kyrie eleisonKenneth Leighton, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott
Missa brevis, Op. 50: II. SanctusKenneth Leighton, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott
Missa brevis, Op. 50: III. BenedictusKenneth Leighton, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott
Missa brevis, Op. 50: IV. Agnus DeiKenneth Leighton, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott
Missa brevis, Op. 50: V. Gloria in excelsis DeoKenneth Leighton, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott
3 Carols, Op. 25: No. 2, Lully, Lulla, Thou Little Tiny ChildKenneth Leighton, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott
Crucifixus pro nobis, Op. 38: I. Christ in the CradleKenneth Leighton, Neil Mackie, Andrew Lucas
Crucifixus pro nobis, Op. 38: II. Christ in the GardenKenneth Leighton, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Andrew Lucas
Crucifixus pro nobis, Op. 38: III. Christ in His PassionKenneth Leighton, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Andrew Lucas
Crucifixus pro nobis, Op. 38: IV. HymnKenneth Leighton, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Andrew Lucas
The Second Service, Op. 62: I. MagnificatKenneth Leighton, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Andrew Lucas
The Second Service, Op. 62: II. Nunc dimittisKenneth Leighton, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Andrew Lucas
Evening HymnKenneth Leighton, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott
Let All the World in Every Corner SingKenneth Leighton, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Andrew Lucas
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