Immerse yourself in the celestial harmonies of the Choir of King's College, Cambridge, with their exquisite album "Howells: Te Deum and Jubilate; Vaughan Williams: Three Shakespeare Songs." Released on November 1, 2015, under the Decca Music Group Ltd. label, this collection is a masterful blend of choral, classical, and Christmas music, with a poignant requiem piece.
The album showcases the choir's exceptional skill and versatility, featuring works by renowned composers Herbert Howells and Ralph Vaughan Williams. The tracklist includes the majestic "Te Deum" and "Jubilate" from Howells' "Collegium Regale" canticles, composed in 1944, and Vaughan Williams' enchanting "Three Shakespeare Songs," written as test pieces for the 1951 National Competition Festival.
With a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes, the album offers a rich and diverse listening experience. Highlights include the serene "Psalm-Preludes," the moving "Motet On The Death Of President Kennedy," and the festive "Sing Lullaby" carol anthem. The choir's rendition of "The Turtle Dove" and the Elizabethan part songs "Willow Song" and "O Mistress Mine" further showcase their range and precision.
Under the direction of Sir David Willcocks, the Choir of King's College, Cambridge, delivers a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply expressive. This album is a testament to the choir's enduring reputation as one of the world's finest, offering a timeless collection of choral music that will captivate and inspire.
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