Jonathan Dove's "In Exile" is a captivating choral work that invites you to explore the depths of human experience through the lens of exile and longing. Released on March 3, 2023, under the Lyrita label, this 37-minute album is a testament to Dove's mastery of choral composition, offering a profound and introspective journey.
The album is structured as a single, eleven-movement work, with the recurring theme of exile woven throughout. Dove's use of the cello as a solo instrument in several movements adds a poignant and haunting quality to the music. The pieces range from reflective and somber to hopeful and uplifting, mirroring the complex emotions associated with exile and displacement.
"In Exile" is not just a collection of songs, but a cohesive narrative that draws the listener in with its rich harmonies and evocative texts. Dove's compositional skill is evident in the way he blends traditional choral writing with contemporary influences, creating a sound that is both timeless and fresh.
This album is a must for fans of choral music and those who appreciate the power of storytelling through song. Jonathan Dove's "In Exile" is a remarkable addition to any music collection, offering a deeply moving and thought-provoking listening experience.
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Tracks
In Exile: I. Cello alone IJonathan Dove, Raphael Wallfisch, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Gergely Madaras, City of Birmingham Orchestra
In Exile: II. Daybreak againJonathan Dove, Simon Keenlyside, Raphael Wallfisch, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Gergely Madaras, City of Birmingham Orchestra
In Exile: III. The first arrow the bow of exile will shootJonathan Dove, Simon Keenlyside, Raphael Wallfisch, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Gergely Madaras, City of Birmingham Orchestra
In Exile: IV. See, cold Island, we standJonathan Dove, Simon Keenlyside, Raphael Wallfisch, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Gergely Madaras, City of Birmingham Orchestra
In Exile: V. I left that land wretchedJonathan Dove, Simon Keenlyside, Raphael Wallfisch, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Gergely Madaras, City of Birmingham Orchestra
In Exile: VI. Cello alone IIJonathan Dove, Raphael Wallfisch, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Gergely Madaras, City of Birmingham Orchestra
In Exile: VII. If I were an ear of cornJonathan Dove, Simon Keenlyside, Raphael Wallfisch, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Gergely Madaras, City of Birmingham Orchestra
In Exile: VIII. Cello alone IIIJonathan Dove, Raphael Wallfisch, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Gergely Madaras, City of Birmingham Orchestra
In Exile: IX. UncleanJonathan Dove, Simon Keenlyside, Raphael Wallfisch, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Gergely Madaras, City of Birmingham Orchestra
In Exile: X. Where have the horses gone?Jonathan Dove, Raphael Wallfisch, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Gergely Madaras, City of Birmingham Orchestra
In Exile: XI. My grief on the seaJonathan Dove, Simon Keenlyside, Raphael Wallfisch, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Gergely Madaras, City of Birmingham Orchestra
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