Immerse yourself in the rich, sacred choral tradition with Samuel Sebastian Wesley's "Anthems, Vol. 1," a captivating collection of 16 intricate and spiritually uplifting anthems. Released in 1991 under the Hyperion label, this album is a testament to Wesley's mastery of the English cathedral music style, offering a profound and moving listening experience.
The Worcester Cathedral Choir, conducted by Donald Hunt with Adrian Partington on the organ, brings these historic pieces to life with their impeccable harmonies and deep reverence for the material. Each track, from the opening "Blessed Be the God and Father" to the closing "And Sorrow and Sighing Shall Flee Away," showcases Wesley's unique ability to blend theological depth with musical brilliance.
Spanning a little over an hour, this album is a journey through Wesley's most celebrated anthems, each one a testament to his enduring influence on sacred choral music. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of classical choral works or a newcomer to the genre, "Anthems, Vol. 1" offers a compelling introduction to the works of Samuel Sebastian Wesley, a pivotal figure in the world of English church music.
Blessed Be the God and FatherSamuel Sebastian Wesley, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Thomas Blunt, Donald Hunt, Adrian Partington
Thou Wilt Keep Him in Perfect PeaceSamuel Sebastian Wesley, Donald Hunt, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Adrian Partington
Let Us Lift Up Our Heart: I. Let Us Lift Up Our Heart with Our HandsSamuel Sebastian Wesley, Adrian Partington, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt
Let Us Lift Up Our Heart: II. Thou, O Lord God, Art the ThingSamuel Sebastian Wesley, Donald Hunt, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Thomas Hunt, Adrian Partington
Let Us Lift Up Our Heart: III. Thou Judge of Quick and DeadSamuel Sebastian Wesley, Donald Hunt, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Adrian Partington
Let Us Lift Up Our Heart: IV. O May We Thus InsureSamuel Sebastian Wesley, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt, Adrian Partington
Ascribe unto the Lord: I. Ascribe unto the LordSamuel Sebastian Wesley, Donald Hunt, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Adrian Partington
Ascribe unto the Lord: II. O Worship the LordSamuel Sebastian Wesley, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt, Adrian Partington
Ascribe unto the Lord: III. As for the Gods of HeavenSamuel Sebastian Wesley, Donald Hunt, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Adrian Partington
Ascribe unto the Lord: IV. The Lord Hath Been Mindful of UsSamuel Sebastian Wesley, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt, Adrian Partington
Cast Me Not AwaySamuel Sebastian Wesley, Donald Hunt, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Adrian Partington
The Wilderness: I. The Wilderness and the Solitary PlaceSamuel Sebastian Wesley, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt, Adrian Partington
The Wilderness: II. Say to Them of a Fearful HeartSamuel Sebastian Wesley, Donald Hunt, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Adrian Partington
The Wilderness: III. For in the Wilderness Shall Waters Break OutSamuel Sebastian Wesley, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Donald Hunt, Adrian Partington
The Wilderness: IV. And the Ransomed of the LordSamuel Sebastian Wesley, Donald Hunt, Worcester Cathedral Choir, Adrian Partington
The Wilderness: V. And Sorrow and Sighing Shall Flee AwaySamuel Sebastian Wesley, Adrian Partington, Donald Hunt, Worcester Cathedral Choir
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