Kenneth Leighton's "Easter Sequence / Crucifixus Pro Nobis" is a captivating exploration of sacred choral music, released on March 1, 2004, under the Naxos label. This album offers a rich, 67-minute journey through Leighton's profound compositions, showcasing his mastery of the choral genre. The tracklist is a blend of traditional and original works, including the moving "Magnificat" and "Nunc Dimittis" settings, the reflective "An Easter Sequence," and the powerful "Crucifixus pro nobis" cantata. Leighton's ability to convey deep spiritual themes through intricate harmonies and evocative melodies is evident throughout. The album also features the "Rockingham: Chorale Prelude on 'When I survey the wondrous Cross'," a standout piece that highlights Leighton's skill in blending traditional hymnody with contemporary choral writing. Whether you're a longtime fan of choral music or new to the genre, this album provides a compelling introduction to Kenneth Leighton's significant contributions to sacred music.
2004 Naxos2004 Naxos
Tracks
MagnificatKenneth Leighton, Christopher Robinson, Christopher Whitton, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge
Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis, "Collegium Magdalenae Oxoniense": Nunc DimittisKenneth Leighton, Christopher Robinson, Christopher Whitton, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge
Give me the wings of faithKenneth Leighton, Christopher Robinson, Christopher Whitton, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge
An Easter Sequence: Introit (for the First Sundy after Easter)Kenneth Leighton, Benjamin Durrant, Gareth Jones, Christopher Robinson, Crispian Steele-Perkins, Christopher Whitton, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge
An Easter Sequence: Gradual (for the First Sunday after Easter)Kenneth Leighton, Benjamin Durrant, Gareth Jones, Christopher Robinson, Crispian Steele-Perkins, Christopher Whitton, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge
An Easter Sequence: Offertory (for the First Sunday after Easter)Kenneth Leighton, Benjamin Durrant, Gareth Jones, Christopher Robinson, Crispian Steele-Perkins, Christopher Whitton, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge
An Easter Sequence: Communion (for the First Sunday after Easter)Kenneth Leighton, Benjamin Durrant, Gareth Jones, Christopher Robinson, Crispian Steele-Perkins, Christopher Whitton, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge
An Easter Sequence: Sortie (Antiphon at First Vespers of Ascension Day)Kenneth Leighton, Benjamin Durrant, Gareth Jones, Christopher Robinson, Crispian Steele-Perkins, Christopher Whitton, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge
Veni creator spiritusKenneth Leighton, Christopher Whitton
What love is this of thine?Kenneth Leighton, Benjamin Durrant, Christopher Robinson, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge
Crucifixus pro nobis, Op. 38: Christ in the CradleKenneth Leighton, James Oxley, Christopher Robinson, Christopher Whitton, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge
Crucifixus pro nobis, Op. 38: Christ in the GardenKenneth Leighton, James Oxley, Christopher Robinson, Christopher Whitton, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge
Crucifixus pro nobis, Op. 38: Christ in his PassionKenneth Leighton, James Oxley, Christopher Robinson, Christopher Whitton, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge
Crucifixus pro nobis, Op. 38: HymnKenneth Leighton, James Oxley, Christopher Robinson, Christopher Whitton, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge
Rockingham: Chorale Prelude on 'When I survey the wondrous Cross'Kenneth Leighton, Christopher Whitton
MagnificatKenneth Leighton, Christopher Robinson, Christopher Whitton, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge
Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis, "The Second Service", Op. 62: Nunc DimittisKenneth Leighton, Christopher Robinson, Christopher Whitton, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge
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