Immerse yourself in the rich, resonant harmonies of the Winchester Cathedral Choir with their captivating album "Jerusalem: Parry, Stanford & Elgar." Released on October 1, 1991, under Decca Music Group Ltd., this choral masterpiece spans a concise yet powerful duration of 1 hour and 13 minutes. The album is a beautiful collection of sacred choral works, showcasing the choir's exceptional skill and the profound compositions of Parry, Stanford, and Elgar.
The tracklist is a journey through timeless pieces, starting with the uplifting "I Was Glad" and culminating in the majestic "Jerusalem." Highlights include the stirring "Blessed City, Heavenly Salem," the solemn "Great is the Lord, Op. 67," and the serene "My Beloved Spake." The album also features the complete "Service in B-Flat Major, Op. 10," including the "Morning Service: Te Deum Laudamus" and the "Evening Service: Magnificat" and "Nunc Dimittis."
The Winchester Cathedral Choir's performance is nothing short of breathtaking, with their voices blending seamlessly to create a sound that is both powerful and ethereal. This album is a testament to the enduring beauty of choral music and the exceptional talent of the Winchester Cathedral Choir. Whether you're a seasoned fan of choral music or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.
I Was GladHubert Parry, Waynflete Singers, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Timothy Byram-Wigfield, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Judith, Oratorio: Long Since in Egypt's Plenteous LandHubert Parry, Waynflete Singers, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Timothy Byram-Wigfield, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Blest Pair of SirensHubert Parry, Waynflete Singers, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Timothy Byram-Wigfield, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Blessed City, Heavenly SalemEdward Bairstow, Timothy Barber, Waynflete Singers, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Timothy Byram-Wigfield, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Great is the Lord, Op. 67Edward Elgar, Donald Sweeney, Waynflete Singers, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Timothy Byram-Wigfield, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
O Hearken Thou, Op. 64Edward Elgar, Waynflete Singers, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Timothy Byram-Wigfield, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Give unto the Lord, Op. 74Edward Elgar, Waynflete Singers, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Timothy Byram-Wigfield, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Service in B-Flat Major, Op. 10, Morning Service: Te Deum LaudamusCharles Villiers Stanford, Waynflete Singers, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Timothy Byram-Wigfield, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Service in B-Flat Major, Op. 10, Evening Service: MagnificatCharles Villiers Stanford, Waynflete Singers, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Timothy Byram-Wigfield, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
Service in B-Flat Major, Op. 10, Evening Service: Nunc DimittisCharles Villiers Stanford, Waynflete Singers, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Timothy Byram-Wigfield, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
My Beloved SpakePatrick Hadley, Waynflete Singers, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Timothy Byram-Wigfield, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill
JerusalemHubert Parry, Waynflete Singers, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Timothy Byram-Wigfield, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, David Hill