Immerse yourself in the rich, resonant harmonies of The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, with their captivating album "Magnificat & Nunc dimittis, Vol. 21". Released in 1998 under Priory Records, this choral masterpiece is a testament to the choir's exceptional skill and the timeless beauty of sacred music.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 17 minutes, this album features 14 tracks, each a meticulously crafted performance of traditional choral pieces. The choir's ethereal voices fill the space with a sense of reverence and tranquility, making it an ideal companion for moments of reflection and serenity.
The album showcases a variety of compositions, including "Magnificat octavi toni", "Evening Service No. 5 'In medio chori'", and "Magnificat secundi toni", among others. Each piece is performed with precision and passion, highlighting the choir's dynamic range and technical prowess.
Under the direction of Jonathan Rees-Williams, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle delivers a performance that is both powerful and delicate, a true celebration of the human voice and the enduring power of choral music. Whether you're a seasoned fan of choral works or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.
(C) 1998 Priory Records(P) 1998 Priory Records
Tracks
Magnificat octavi toniSebastián de Vivanco, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Nunc dimittis (1)Diego Ortiz, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Evening Service No. 5 "In medio chori": I. MagnificatThomas Weelkes, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Roger Judd, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Evening Service No. 5 "In medio chori": II. Nunc dimittisThomas Weelkes, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Roger Judd, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Magnificat a 8Luca Marenzio, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Roger Judd, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Magnificat secundi toniAntonio Soler, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Roger Judd, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Evening Service in D Major "The Great": I. MagnificatSir Charles Hubert Parry, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Roger Judd, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Evening Service in D Major "The Great": II. Nunc dimittisSir Charles Hubert Parry, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Roger Judd, Jonathan Rees-Williams
MagnificatStanley Glasser, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Nunc dimittis (2)Stanley Glasser, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Magnificat in D MajorHerbert Kennedy Andrews, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Nunc dimittis in D MajorHerbert Kennedy Andrews, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Magnificat in B-Flat MajorHenry Thomas Smart, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Roger Judd, Jonathan Rees-Williams
Nunc dimittis in B-Flat MajorHenry Thomas Smart, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Roger Judd, Jonathan Rees-Williams
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