Immerse yourself in the sacred and serene world of William Mathias's "Church & Choral Music," a timeless collection of choral masterpieces released on Nimbus Records in 1990. This album is a testament to Mathias's profound ability to blend traditional hymns and contemporary compositions, creating a harmonious tapestry of sound that resonates with both the devout and the musically inclined.
Spanning a little over an hour, the album features a diverse array of works, from the jubilant "I Will Celebrate" to the reflective "Ave Rex." Mathias's "Missa Aedis Christi" is a standout, showcasing his intricate and moving settings of the traditional Mass texts. The album also includes the "Jesus College Service," a beautiful blend of "Magnificat" and "Nunc Dimittis," and the celebratory "Royal Wedding Anthem," originally composed for the wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer.
Mathias's compositions are known for their rich harmonies and lyrical melodies, and this album is no exception. Whether you're a fan of choral music or simply looking to explore the genre, "Church & Choral Music" offers a captivating journey through the sacred and the sublime. The album is a testament to Mathias's enduring legacy as one of the most significant British composers of the 20th century.
(C) 1990 Nimbus Records Limited
Tracks
I Will CelebrateWilliam Mathias, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Simon Lawford, Stephen Darlington
O How AmiableWilliam Mathias, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Simon Lawford, Stephen Darlington
Rex Gloriae, Op. 83: I. Laetentur CoeliWilliam Mathias, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Simon Lawford, Stephen Darlington
Rex Gloriae, Op. 83: II. Victimae paschaliWilliam Mathias, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Simon Lawford, Stephen Darlington
Rex Gloriae, Op. 83: III. O nata luxWilliam Mathias, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Simon Lawford, Stephen Darlington
Rex Gloriae, Op. 83: IV. O Rex gloriaeWilliam Mathias, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Simon Lawford, Stephen Darlington
Canzonetta for Organ, Op. 78, No.2William Mathias, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Simon Lawford, Stephen Darlington
Missa Aedis Christi, Op. 92: I. KyrieWilliam Mathias, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Simon Lawford, Stephen Darlington
Missa Aedis Christi, Op. 92: II. GloriaWilliam Mathias, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Simon Lawford, Stephen Darlington
Missa Aedis Christi, Op. 92: III. Sanctus; BenedictusWilliam Mathias, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Simon Lawford, Stephen Darlington
Missa Aedis Christi, Op. 92: IV. Agnus DeiWilliam Mathias, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Simon Lawford, Stephen Darlington
Jesus College Service, Op. 53: I. MagnificatWilliam Mathias, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Simon Lawford, Stephen Darlington
Jesus College Service, Op. 53: II. Nunc DimittisWilliam Mathias, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Simon Lawford, Stephen Darlington
A Grace, Op. 89, No.3William Mathias, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Simon Lawford, Stephen Darlington
Ave Rex, Op. 45: I. Ave RexWilliam Mathias, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Simon Lawford, Stephen Darlington
Ave Rex, Op. 45: II. Alleluya, A New Work is Come on HandWilliam Mathias, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Simon Lawford, Stephen Darlington
Ave Rex, Op. 45: III. There is No Rose of Such VirtueWilliam Mathias, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Simon Lawford, Stephen Darlington
Ave Rex, Op. 45: IV. Sir ChristèmasWilliam Mathias, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Simon Lawford, Stephen Darlington
As Truly as God is Our FatherWilliam Mathias, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Simon Lawford, Stephen Darlington
Let the People Praise thee, O God, Op. 87: Royal Wedding AnthemWilliam Mathias, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Simon Lawford, Stephen Darlington
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