Dive into the rich tapestry of choral music with Oxford University Press Music's "Oxford Choral Highlights 2018," a captivating collection of sacred and secular works that showcase the breadth and depth of choral singing. Released on May 7, 2018, this two-hour and eighteen-minute album is a testament to the power and versatility of vocal ensembles, featuring pieces for SATB (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass) and Upper Voices.
The album opens with a rousing call to praise in "O praise God in his sanctuary" and takes you through a journey of faith, remembrance, and celebration. From the sacred "Sanctus and Benedictus" and "Stabat Mater" to the poignant "For Remembrance" and "The Soldier," the album explores themes of devotion, loss, and hope. The secular pieces, such as "Shall I compare thee to a summer's day?" and "Silver Swan," offer a contrast with their lyrical beauty and emotional resonance.
The Christmas carols and seasonal pieces, including "I sing the birth was born tonight," "Wexford Carol," and "Sussex Carol," bring a sense of warmth and joy, perfect for the holiday season. The Upper Voices pieces, like "The Birds' Lullaby" and "Dancing in Memory's Stream," add a delicate and ethereal quality to the collection.
Oxford University Press Music has curated a diverse and engaging selection of choral works that highlight the skill and artistry of vocal ensembles. Whether you're a choral enthusiast or simply appreciate the beauty of vocal music, "Oxford Choral Highlights 2018" is an album that will enrich and inspire.
Tracks
O praise God in his sanctuary - SATBFrancis Jackson, The Oxford Choir
Sanctus and Benedictus (from 'Mass for All Saints') - SATBGabriel Jackson, The Oxford Choir
How can I keep from singing? - SATBSarah Quartel, The Oxford Choir
O sing unto the Lord - SATBBob Chilcott, The Oxford Choir
O clap your hands - SATBDavid Bednall, The Oxford Choir
Psalm 105 - SATBDominic DiOrio, The Oxford Choir
Virga Jesse floruit - SATBMichael Austin Miller, The Oxford Choir
Stabat Mater (from 'Passion Music') - SATBWill Todd, The Oxford Choir
We Are Thy People - SATBBruce Greer, The Oxford Choir
The Loving Memory - SATBCecilia McDowall, The Oxford Choir
For Remembrance - SATBPaul Drayton, The Oxford Choir
The Soldier (from 'Some Corner of a Foreign Field') - SATBDavid Bednall, The Oxford Choir
Silver Swan - SATBBob Chilcott, The Oxford Choir
More sweet than my refrain - SATBHoward Skempton, The Oxford Choir
Shall I compare thee to a summer's day? - SATBJohn Rutter, The Oxford Choir
A Farewell - SATBElaine Hagenberg, The Oxford Choir
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