The National Youth Choir of Scotland presents a captivating and diverse collection of choral works in their album "Cantos Sagrados." Released on May 8, 2020, under Signum Records, this album spans a little over an hour and showcases the choir's exceptional talent and versatility. The tracklist is a rich tapestry of sacred and secular pieces, blending traditional and contemporary influences.
The album opens with "Cantos Sagrados," a three-part suite that draws inspiration from Latin American and Spanish sacred music, highlighting the choir's ability to convey deep spiritual themes. Following this, the imaginative "On the Underground Set No. 2 'The Strange and the Exotic'" offers a whimsical journey through dreamlike landscapes and urban myths, showcasing the choir's dynamic range and interpretive skills.
The album also features well-known spirituals from "A Child of Our Time" by Michael Tippett, including "Steal Away" and "Deep River," demonstrating the choir's ability to infuse these timeless pieces with fresh energy and emotion. The inclusion of "Amazing Grace" and "Ave Maria" adds a familiar and comforting touch, while "When David Heard" offers a poignant and reflective moment.
Throughout "Cantos Sagrados," the National Youth Choir of Scotland delivers a powerful and nuanced performance, making this album a standout addition to any choral music enthusiast's collection.
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Tracks
Cantos Sagrados: I. IdentityJames MacMillan, Christopher Bell, National Youth Choir of Scotland, Royal Scottish National Orchestra
Cantos Sagrados: II. Virgin of GuadalupeJames MacMillan, Christopher Bell, National Youth Choir of Scotland, Royal Scottish National Orchestra
Cantos Sagrados: III. Sun StoneJames MacMillan, Christopher Bell, National Youth Choir of Scotland, Royal Scottish National Orchestra
Leonardo Dreams of His Flying MachineEric Whitacre, Christopher Bell, National Youth Choir of Scotland, Simon Lowdon, Royal Scottish National Orchestra
On the Underground Set No. 2 "The Strange and the Exotic": I. DreamsThea Musgrave, Christopher Bell, National Youth Choir of Scotland, Royal Scottish National Orchestra
On the Underground Set No. 2 "The Strange and the Exotic": II. I Saw a Peacock with a Fiery TailThea Musgrave, Christopher Bell, National Youth Choir of Scotland, Royal Scottish National Orchestra
On the Underground Set No. 2 "The Strange and the Exotic": III. The Subway PiranhasThea Musgrave, Christopher Bell, National Youth Choir of Scotland, Royal Scottish National Orchestra
On the Underground Set No. 2 "The Strange and the Exotic": IV. Dreams (Reprise)Thea Musgrave, Christopher Bell, National Youth Choir of Scotland, Royal Scottish National Orchestra
Amazing GraceĒriks Ešenvalds, Christopher Bell, National Youth Choir of Scotland, Kirsty Hobkirk, Royal Scottish National Orchestra
When David HeardEric Whitacre, Christopher Bell, National Youth Choir of Scotland, Royal Scottish National Orchestra
Five Spirituals from "A Child of Our Time": I. Steal AwayMichael Tippett, Christopher Bell, National Youth Choir of Scotland, Royal Scottish National Orchestra
Five Spirituals from "A Child of Our Time": II. Nobody KnowsMichael Tippett, Christopher Bell, National Youth Choir of Scotland, Royal Scottish National Orchestra
Five Spirituals from "A Child of Our Time": III. Go Down, MosesMichael Tippett, Christopher Bell, National Youth Choir of Scotland, Royal Scottish National Orchestra
Five Spirituals from "A Child of Our Time": IV. By and ByMichael Tippett, Christopher Bell, National Youth Choir of Scotland, Royal Scottish National Orchestra
Five Spirituals from "A Child Of our Time": V. Deep RiverMichael Tippett, Christopher Bell, National Youth Choir of Scotland, Royal Scottish National Orchestra
Ave MariaFranz Biebl, Christopher Bell, National Youth Choir of Scotland, Royal Scottish National Orchestra
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