Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of sacred choral music with "Parish Anthems" by Thomas Campion. Released on June 6, 2015, this exquisite collection features 23 tracks, spanning a total of 1 hour and 4 minutes, and is brought to you by the esteemed label Treasure Island. The album showcases the stunning vocals of the Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, under the skilled direction of Timothy Brown.
Thomas Campion, an Elizabethan composer and poet, crafted these anthems with a profound understanding of both music and language. His works, such as the renowned "Never weather-beaten sail," demonstrate his ability to evoke powerful imagery and emotion through his compositions. This album is a testament to Campion's enduring legacy and the timeless appeal of his music.
"Parish Anthems" offers a diverse range of sacred choral pieces, from the jubilant "O Praise the Lord" to the serene "Ave Verum Corpus." Each track is a masterclass in choral arrangement, showcasing the choir's exceptional skill and the conductor's nuanced interpretation. The album also includes well-known pieces like "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" and "The Lord's Prayer," which are sure to resonate with listeners familiar with these classic hymns.
Whether you're a fan of choral music, a lover of classical compositions, or simply someone seeking a moment of tranquility, "Parish Anthems" is an album that promises to captivate and inspire. Let the ethereal voices of the Choir of Clare College transport you to a place of peace and reflection, as you explore the rich musical landscape of Thomas Campion's Parish Anthems.
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Tracks
O Praise the LordAdrian Batten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Lord For Thy Tender Mercies SakeRichard Farrant, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
O Lord the Maker of All ThingWilliam Mundy, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Almighty God Who Hast Me BroughtThomas Ford, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Sacerdotes DominiThomas Tallis, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Hide Not Thou Thy FaceRichard Farrant, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
O Nata LuxThomas Tallis, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Sing a Song of JoyThomas Campion, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Never Weather Beaten SailThomas Campion, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Thou Knowest LordHenry Purcell, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Teach Me, O LordWilliam Byrd, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Ave Verum CorpusWilliam Byrd, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Lord's PrayerRobert Stone, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Jesu, Joy of Man's DesiringJohann Sebastian Bach, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Ave Verum CorpusWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Come Holy GhostThomas Attwood, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
O Taste and SeeJohn Goss, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
O Saviour of the WorldJohn Goss, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Wash Me ThroughlySamuel Wesley, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Panis AngelicusCésar Franck, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Ave Verum CorpusEdward Elgar, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Brother James' AirGordon Jacob, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
God Be In My HeadHenry Walford Davis, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
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