Immerse yourself in the sacred and serene sounds of the Westminster Cathedral Choir with their 1993 release, "Panis Angelicus – Favourite Motets from Westminster Cathedral." This exquisite collection of choral works is a testament to the choir's renowned artistry and the rich musical heritage of Westminster Cathedral.
The album spans a variety of genres, including Gregorian chant, choral pieces, and requiems, showcasing the choir's versatility and mastery. The tracklist is a carefully curated selection of beloved motets, featuring works by composers such as Bach, Fauré, Mozart, and Gounod. Each piece is performed with the precision and passion that the Westminster Cathedral Choir is known for, making this album a truly captivating experience.
The album opens with Schubert's "Ave Maria" and includes other notable pieces such as Bach's "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring," Fauré's "Cantique de Jean Racine," and Mozart's "Ave verum corpus." The choir's performance of these works is nothing short of breathtaking, with their voices blending seamlessly to create a sound that is both powerful and ethereal.
With a duration of 1 hour and 17 minutes, this album is a substantial collection that offers a comprehensive exploration of the choir's repertoire. The Westminster Cathedral Choir's "Panis Angelicus – Favourite Motets from Westminster Cathedral" is a must-listen for anyone with an appreciation for choral music and a desire to experience the spiritual and musical depth of these timeless pieces.
Ave Maria, Op. 23 No. 2, MWV B19Felix Mendelssohn, James O'Donnell, Andrew Carwood, Iain Simcock, Westminster Cathedral Choir
Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147: Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring (Arr. Whittaker)Johann Sebastian Bach, Iain Simcock, Westminster Cathedral Choir, James O'Donnell
Ave verum corpusColin Mawby, Iain Simcock, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir
O salutaris hostiaGioachino Rossini, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir
Faire Is the HeavenWilliam Harris, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir
Ave Maria, H. 49Gustav Holst, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir
Ave Maria, CG 89a (After Bach, BWV 846/1)[Arr. Mawby]Charles Gounod, Iain Simcock, Westminster Cathedral Choir, Nicholas Keay, James O'Donnell
Maria, mater gratiae, Op. 47 No. 2Gabriel Fauré, Iain Simcock, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir
Ave verum corpus, Op. 2 No. 1Edward Elgar, Iain Simcock, Westminster Cathedral Choir, James O'Donnell
Ave verum corpus, K. 618Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, James O'Donnell, Iain Simcock, Westminster Cathedral Choir
Ave maris stella, EG 150Edvard Grieg, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir
Tantum ergoDéodat de Séverac, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir
Hymne à la Vierge, Op. 24Pierre Villette, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir
Psalm 23 "The Lord Is My Shepherd", D. 706Franz Schubert, James O'Donnell, Iain Simcock, Westminster Cathedral Choir
Symphony No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 52 "Hymn of Praise": I Waited for the Lord (Sung in English)Felix Mendelssohn, Eamonn O'Dwyer, Iain Simcock, James O'Donnell, Mark Kennedy, Westminster Cathedral Choir
Cantique de Jean Racine, Op. 11Gabriel Fauré, Iain Simcock, Westminster Cathedral Choir, James O'Donnell
Nunc dimittis, H. 127Gustav Holst, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir, Andrew Carwood, Anton Viesel