Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of choral music with Oxford University Press's "Oxford Choral Highlights 2020." This extraordinary collection, released on April 9, 2020, showcases a diverse array of SATB (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass) choral works that span various genres, themes, and historical periods. With a duration of over two hours and fifteen minutes, this album offers a comprehensive journey through the world of choral music, featuring both well-known classics and lesser-known gems.
The album opens with a powerful rendition of "O sing unto the Lord," setting the tone for the spiritual and uplifting pieces that follow. From the angelic "Angel voices ever singing" to the hauntingly beautiful "When I am laid in earth," each track is a testament to the skill and versatility of the performers. The collection also includes a series of Christmas carols, such as "Gabriel's Message" and "Silent Night," adding a festive touch to the repertoire.
One of the standout features of this album is the inclusion of selections from the "St Martin's Mass" by Oxford University Press. The "Kyrie," "Gloria," "Sanctus," "Benedictus," and "Agnus Dei" are performed with a sense of reverence and grandeur, highlighting the sacred nature of these timeless pieces.
"Oxford Choral Highlights 2020" is not just a compilation of songs but a celebration of the choral tradition. Whether you are a seasoned choral enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers something for everyone. The meticulous curation and high-quality performances make it a valuable addition to any music lover's collection.
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Tracks
O sing unto the Lord - SATBBob Chilcott, Oxford University Press, Cecilia McDowall, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce
Angel voices ever singing - SATBBob Chilcott, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce
Come my Way - SATBDavid Bednall, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Solitude - SATBJames Whitbourn, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Locus iste - SATBWill Todd, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Craig Ogden, Bob Chilcott
O splendor of God's glory bright (That Easter day with joy was bright) - SATBMack Wilberg, Michael Praetorious, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
This little light of mine - SATBMack Wilberg, William F. Smith, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Glory - SATBTerry Price, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Yes I am your angel - SATBGabriel Jackson, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Swept Away - SATBSarah Quartel, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
The Lover's Ghost - SATBOliver Tarney, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
When I am laid in earth - SATBStanley M. Hoffman, Henry Purcell, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Poems of Love and War - SATBHoward Skempton, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
See the light - SATBSarah Quartel, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Slow Down - SATBIan Assersohn, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Piping down the valleys wild - SATBBob Chilcott, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce
Come and dance - SATBToby Young, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Cradle Song - SATBBob Chilcott, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce
The Angel Gabriel - SATBMichael Higgins, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
A Carol of Mary - SATBMalcolm Archer, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Christ our Emmanuel - SATBJohn Rutter, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Hail, heavenly beam - SATBDavid Bednall, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Christmas Welcome - SATBJames Whitbourn, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
A Spotless Rose - SATBBecky McGlade, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Brightest Star - SATBCecilia McDowall, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Gabriel's Message - SATBBenedict Sheehan, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Lo He slumbers in his manger - SATBCecilia McDowall, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Gavin Roberts, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Child of Light - SATBMack Wilberg, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Ring the bells - SATBAlan Bullard, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
I saw three ships - SATBAndy Brooke, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
His Praises We'll Sing - SATBDavid Blackwell, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
A little child there is yborn: A little child there is yborn - SATBTraditional, Malcolm Archer, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Silent Night: Silent Night - SATBJoseph Mohr, Bob Chilcott, Franz Xaver Gruber, John F. Young, The Oxford Choir
Kyrie (from 'St Martin's Mass') - SATBDavid Bednall, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Gloria (from 'St Martin's Mass') - SATBDavid Bednall, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Sanctus (from 'St Martin's Mass') - SATBDavid Bednall, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Benedictus (from 'St Martin's Mass') - SATBDavid Bednall, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
Agnus dei (from 'St Martin's Mass') - SATBDavid Bednall, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Bob Chilcott
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