Dive into the rich tapestry of choral music with "Oxford Choral Highlights 2020," a stunning compilation curated by the esteemed Oxford University Press. This album, released on April 9, 2020, is a testament to the enduring power of vocal harmony, featuring 38 meticulously selected tracks that span a diverse range of styles and themes. From sacred hymns to festive carols, and from poignant laments to joyous celebrations, this collection offers a comprehensive journey through the world of choral music.
The album showcases the talents of the Oxford Choir, conducted by the renowned Bob Chilcott, and features compositions by celebrated contemporary composers such as Cecilia McDowall and Richard Pearce. The performances are marked by their technical precision and deep emotional resonance, making this album a treasure trove for both choral enthusiasts and casual listeners alike.
"Oxford Choral Highlights 2020" is not just a collection of songs; it is a celebration of the human voice in all its glory. The album opens with the majestic "O sing unto the Lord" and closes with the serene "Agnus Dei" from the 'St Martin's Mass,' bookending a journey that includes beloved classics like "Silent Night" and "I Saw Three Ships," as well as lesser-known gems like "The Lover's Ghost" and "Poems of Love and War."
With a duration of over two hours, this album provides ample opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of choral music. Whether you are seeking solace in the soothing melodies of "Solitude" or upliftment in the triumphant "Gloria," "Oxford Choral Highlights 2020" promises a rich and rewarding listening experience. The album is a testament to the enduring appeal of choral music and a fitting tribute to the artistry of the Oxford Choir and the composers featured within.
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Tracks
O sing unto the Lord - SATBBob Chilcott, Oxford University Press, Cecilia McDowall, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce
Angel voices ever singing - SATBBob Chilcott, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce
Come my Way - SATBDavid Bednall, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Solitude - SATBJames Whitbourn, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Locus iste - SATBWill Todd, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Craig Ogden, Bob Chilcott
O splendor of God's glory bright (That Easter day with joy was bright) - SATBMack Wilberg, Michael Praetorious, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
This little light of mine - SATBMack Wilberg, William F. Smith, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Glory - SATBTerry Price, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Yes I am your angel - SATBGabriel Jackson, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Swept Away - SATBSarah Quartel, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
The Lover's Ghost - SATBOliver Tarney, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
When I am laid in earth - SATBStanley M. Hoffman, Henry Purcell, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Poems of Love and War - SATBHoward Skempton, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
See the light - SATBSarah Quartel, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Slow Down - SATBIan Assersohn, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Piping down the valleys wild - SATBBob Chilcott, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce
Come and dance - SATBToby Young, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Cradle Song - SATBBob Chilcott, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce
The Angel Gabriel - SATBMichael Higgins, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
A Carol of Mary - SATBMalcolm Archer, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Christ our Emmanuel - SATBJohn Rutter, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Hail, heavenly beam - SATBDavid Bednall, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Christmas Welcome - SATBJames Whitbourn, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
A Spotless Rose - SATBBecky McGlade, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Brightest Star - SATBCecilia McDowall, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Gabriel's Message - SATBBenedict Sheehan, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Lo He slumbers in his manger - SATBCecilia McDowall, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Gavin Roberts, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Child of Light - SATBMack Wilberg, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Ring the bells - SATBAlan Bullard, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
I saw three ships - SATBAndy Brooke, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
His Praises We'll Sing - SATBDavid Blackwell, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
A little child there is yborn: A little child there is yborn - SATBTraditional, Malcolm Archer, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Silent Night: Silent Night - SATBJoseph Mohr, Bob Chilcott, Franz Xaver Gruber, John F. Young, The Oxford Choir
Kyrie (from 'St Martin's Mass') - SATBDavid Bednall, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Gloria (from 'St Martin's Mass') - SATBDavid Bednall, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Sanctus (from 'St Martin's Mass') - SATBDavid Bednall, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Benedictus (from 'St Martin's Mass') - SATBDavid Bednall, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Agnus dei (from 'St Martin's Mass') - SATBDavid Bednall, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
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