The Abbey School Choir, Tewkesbury, presents a captivating collection of sacred and classical pieces in their album "Light of the World." Released on November 28, 2005, under Signum Records, this album spans a little over an hour and fourteen minutes, offering a serene and uplifting musical experience. The choir's delicate and pure voices shine through in a diverse selection of works, ranging from Handel's "Messiah" to Britten's "A Ceremony of Carols," and traditional hymns like "Amazing Grace." The album also features compositions by Faure, Mozart, and Duruflé, showcasing the choir's versatility and musical prowess. Each track is meticulously performed, highlighting the choir's exceptional talent and the conductor's thoughtful arrangement. "Light of the World" is a testament to the Abbey School Choir, Tewkesbury's, artistry and their ability to evoke a sense of tranquility and reverence through their music.
Tracks
Ode for the Birthday of Queen Anne, HWV 74: "Eternal Source of Light"George Frideric Handel, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
SanctusJohn Alcock, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
Nunc DimittisGeoffrey Burgon, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
Light of the WorldJohn Dankworth, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
Symphony No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 52: V. Andante "I Waited for the Lord"Felix Mendelssohn, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
Messiah, HWV 56 Scene 5: : No. 38, "How Beautiful are the Feet"George Frideric Handel, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
Blessed be the God and Father (Wesley)Samuel Sebastian Wesley, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
Ave Maria, D.839Franz Schubert, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
The Angels' GoodnightRobert Schumann, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
Judith: "Long Since in Egypt's Plenteous Land"Hubert Parry, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
Brother James' Air (Arr. Malcolm Archer)Traditional, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
A Ceremony of Carols: "Balulalow"Benjamin Britten, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
A Ceremony of Carols: "This Little Babe"Benjamin Britten, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
The Lord Bless You and Keep YouJohn Rutter, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
Requiem, Op. 48: IV. Pie JesuGabriel Fauré, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
Ave verum corpusColin Mawby, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
Londonderry Air: "I Would Be True"Traditional, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
Ave verum corpus, K.618Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
Ubi caritas et amorMorten Lauridsen, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
A Gaelic BlessingJohn Rutter, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
Amazing GraceTraditional, Andrew Swait, Benjamin Nicholas
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