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The Sixteen - Star of Heaven - The Eton Choirbook Legacy (LP)

The Sixteen

2018
13 tracks
1 uur, 6 min
choral

Star of Heaven - The Eton Choirbook Legacy

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Product Description

Immerse yourself in the ethereal and sacred sounds of "Star of Heaven - The Eton Choirbook Legacy" by The Sixteen, a choral ensemble renowned for their exquisite interpretations of early music. Released on November 2, 2018, under the CORO label, this album is a captivating journey through the medieval and Gregorian chant genres, spanning a total of 66 minutes.

The album features a harmonious blend of traditional and contemporary works, including the hauntingly beautiful "Nesciens mater" and the serene "Ave Maria, mater Dei," performed with the precision and passion that The Sixteen is celebrated for. The centerpiece of the album is the four-part "Hallowed" suite, a modern composition that beautifully complements the ancient chants and polyphonic works from the Eton Choirbook.

Each track is a testament to The Sixteen's commitment to preserving and revitalizing early choral music, offering a spiritual and sonic experience that transcends time. Whether you're a seasoned fan of choral music or a newcomer to the genre, "Star of Heaven - The Eton Choirbook Legacy" promises an enchanting and uplifting listening experience.

Tracks

Nesciens mater (Plainchant)Traditional, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
0:41
Nesciens materWalter Lambe, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
4:19
Nesciens materJoseph Phibbs, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
4:27
Ave Maria, mater DeiWilliam Cornysh, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
3:19
Ave Maria, mater DeiPhillip Cooke, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers, Julie Cooper, Emilia Morton
6:17
O Virgo prudentissimaJames MacMillan, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers, Julie Cooper, Joshua Cooter, Simon Berridge, Jeremy Budd, George Pooley
12:42
Stella caeliWalter Lambe, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
6:26
Stella caeliMarco Galvani, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
6:00
Salve ReginaRobert Wylkynson, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
14:04
Hallowed: I. In BlessingStephen Hough, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
1:34
Hallowed: II. Staying the Night in a Mountain TempleStephen Hough, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers, Jeremy Budd
1:19
Hallowed: III. Song of the EarthStephen Hough, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers, Charlotte Mobbs
2:21
Hallowed: IV. Pater nosterStephen Hough, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers, Ban Davies
3:17

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Star of Heaven - The Eton Choirbook Legacy
Artist: The Sixteen
Album release date: 2 november 2018
Label: CORO
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 1 uur, 6 min
Tracks: 13 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Choral
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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