Immerse yourself in the rich choral traditions of Liverpool Cathedral with "The Alpha Collection, Vol. 5: Choral Music from Liverpool Cathedral" by the esteemed Liverpool Cathedral Choir. Released on January 1, 1982, this album is a testament to the choir's exceptional skill and the enduring beauty of choral music. Spanning a duration of 53 minutes, the album features a diverse selection of sacred and classical pieces, including works by renowned composers such as R. Vaughan Williams and G. Shaw.
The tracklist is a journey through various religious and musical themes, beginning with the majestic "All People That on Earth Do Dwell" and culminating in the triumphant "Jesus Christ Is Risen Today." Highlights include the poignant "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross," the powerful "Crucifixus à 8," and the reflective "Psalm 130 'Out of the Deep'." The Liverpool Cathedral Choir's performance is marked by its precision, depth, and emotional resonance, making this album a cherished addition to any choral music collection. Recorded under the Priory Records label, this album is a must-listen for fans of choral music and those seeking a deeper connection with the sacred through sound.
1982 Priory Records1982 Priory Records
Tracks
All People That on Earth Do Dwell (Arr. R. Vaughan Williams for Choir)Louis Bourgeois, Liverpool Cathedral Choir, Ronald Woan
Communion Service: KyrieAlan Williams, Liverpool Cathedral Choir, Ronald Woan
Communion Service: Agnus DeiAlan Williams, Liverpool Cathedral Choir, Ronald Woan
O Saviour of the WorldFrederick Ouseley, Liverpool Cathedral Choir, Ronald Woan
A Passiontide CarolEdwin Roxburgh, Liverpool Cathedral Choir, Ronald Woan
Crucifixus à 8Antonio Lotti, Liverpool Cathedral Choir, Ronald Woan
O Lord Look Down from HeavenJonathan Battishill, Liverpool Cathedral Choir, Ian Tracey, Ronald Woan
The Strife Is O'er, the Battle DoneMelchior Vulpius, Henry George Ley, Liverpool Cathedral Choir, Noel Rawsthorne, Ronald Woan
There Is a Green Hill Far AwayWilliam Horsley, Liverpool Cathedral Choir, Ian Tracey, Ronald Woan
Communion Service: Agnus DeiErnest Pratt, Liverpool Cathedral Choir, Noel Rawsthorne, Ronald Woan
Psalm 130 "Out of the Deep"Noel Rawsthorne, Liverpool Cathedral Choir, Ronald Woan
Call to RemembranceRichard Farrant, Liverpool Cathedral Choir, Ronald Woan
When I Survey the Wondrous Cross (Arr. G. Shaw for Choir)Edward Miller, Liverpool Cathedral Choir, Ian Tracey, Ronald Woan
O All Ye That Pass ByTomás Luis de Victoria, Liverpool Cathedral Choir, Ronald Woan
Communion Service: Agnus DeiDavid Moore, Liverpool Cathedral Choir, Ronald Woan
Communion Service: GloriaDavid Moore, Liverpool Cathedral Choir, Ian Tracey, Ronald Woan
Jesus Christ Is Risen TodayAnonymous, Liverpool Cathedral Choir, Noel Rawsthorne, Ronald Woan