Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of sacred choral music with "The Oxford Book of Flexible Anthems," a captivating collection of anthems curated by Oxford University Press. Released in 2008, this album spans a diverse range of styles and moods, offering a comprehensive exploration of the choral repertoire.
With a duration of 59 minutes, the album features a variety of vocal arrangements, from unison and descant to SATB and SSATB, ensuring flexibility and accessibility for choirs of all sizes and abilities. The tracklist includes well-loved hymns and carols such as "Be Still, for the Presence of the Lord," "Hosanna to the Son of David," and "Were You There?" alongside lesser-known gems like "A Clare Benediction" and "Peace between Nations."
Oxford University Press, renowned for its contributions to music education and publication, has compiled this anthology to provide a valuable resource for choirs and music enthusiasts alike. The album showcases the beauty and diversity of choral music, from the contemplative "Like the Murmur of the Dove's Song" to the jubilant "Shout for Joy!"
Whether you're a seasoned choral singer, a music director seeking new repertoire, or simply a lover of choral music, "The Oxford Book of Flexible Anthems" offers a rewarding and inspiring listening experience. Delve into this collection and discover the timeless power and beauty of sacred choral music.
Tracks
Alleluia - SABarAlan Bullard, William Boyce, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Joseph Nolan, Bob Chilcott
Author of life divine - SABarCecilia McDowall, Charles Wesley, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Alan Bullard, Bob Chilcott
Be still, for the presence of the Lord - SABarDavid J. Evans, Richard Shephard, Thankyou Music, The Oxford Choir, Alan Bullard, Bob Chilcott
Christians, shout for joy and gladness - SATBAlan Bullard, Johann Sebastian Bach, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Joseph Nolan, Bob Chilcott
A Clare Benediction - SABarJohn Rutter, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Alan Bullard, Bob Chilcott
God that madest earth and heaven - Unison + descantDavid Thorne, Traditional, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Joseph Nolan, Bob Chilcott
God that madest earth and heaven - SABar + descantDavid Thorne, Richard Whatley, Traditional, Reginald Heber, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Alan Bullard, Bob Chilcott
Hail, Virgin Mary (Ave Maria) - SABarFranz Liszt, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Hail, Virgin Mary - SATBFranz Liszt, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Alan Bullard, Bob Chilcott
Harvest Carol - SATBIan Ray, J. S. B. Monsell, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Holy, holy, holy, Holy is the Lord - SATBAlan Bullard, Franz Schubert, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Hosanna to the Son of David - SABarGeorg Philipp Telemann, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Joseph Nolan, Bob Chilcott
Hosanna to the Son of David - UnisonGeorg Philipp Telemann, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Alan Bullard, Bob Chilcott
Jesus Christ the Apple Tree - SAbarAlan Bullard, Traditional, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Like the murmer of the dove's song - SSAAlan Smith, Carl P. Daw, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Alan Bullard, Bob Chilcott
Peace between nations - SATBChristopher Wiggins, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Alan Bullard, Bob Chilcott
A Prayer of St. Richard of Chichester - SSATBAlan Bullard, L. J. White, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Joseph Nolan, Bob Chilcott
A Prayer of St. Richard of Chichester - SSAlan Bullard, L. J. White, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Psalm 150 - SABarBob Chilcott, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Joseph Nolan
Shout for Joy! - SATBAlan Bullard, Traditional, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Star of Wonder - SABarAlan Bullard, John Henry Hopkins, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Joseph Nolan, Bob Chilcott
The Lord's my shepherd - SABarBob Chilcott, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Alan Bullard
The True and Living Bread - SABarDavid Blackwell, Timothy Dudley-Smith, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Alan Bullard, Bob Chilcott
To be a pilgrim - SATBNicholas Burt, John Bunyan, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Joseph Nolan, Bob Chilcott
Were you there? - SATBPeter Hunt, Traditional, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Joseph Nolan, Bob Chilcott
Wondrous Cross - SABarPhilip Wilby, Isaac Watts, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
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