Immerse yourself in the ethereal and timeless sounds of The Sixteen with their captivating album "Poetry in Music." Released on September 25, 2015, under the CORO label, this choral masterpiece blends the sacred and the poetic, offering a profound exploration of medieval and Gregorian chant traditions. Spanning a rich 70 minutes, the album features a diverse collection of tracks, including the hauntingly beautiful "Faire is the Heaven," the vibrant "Dance," and the contemplative "Eternitie." The Sixteen, renowned for their impeccable vocal precision and emotional depth, bring these ancient texts to life with a modern sensibility, creating a listening experience that is both spiritually uplifting and artistically transcendent. Whether you're a longtime fan of choral music or a newcomer to the genre, "Poetry in Music" promises a journey through the rich tapestry of medieval and Gregorian chant, showcasing the enduring power of these timeless compositions.
(C) 2015 The Sixteen Productions(P) 2015 The Sixteen Productions Ltd
Tracks
Faire is the HeavenWilliam Harris, Edmund Spenser, The Sixteen / Harry Christophers, Harry Christophers
Dance, Clarion AirMichael Tippett, Christopher Fry, Ruth Provost, Kirsty Hopkins, David Clegg, Jeremy Budd, Ben Davies, Harry Christophers
When David HeardThomas Weelkes, The Sixteen / Harry Christophers, Harry Christophers
The Gallant WeaverJames MacMillan, Robert Burns, The Sixteen / Harry Christophers, Harry Christophers
Since I Believe in God the Father AlmightyIvor Gurney, Robert Bridges, The Sixteen / Harry Christophers, Harry Christophers
When David HeardRobert Ramsey, The Sixteen / Harry Christophers, Harry Christophers
Hymn to Saint CeciliaBenjamin Britten, W. H. Auden, Julie Cooper, Kirsty Hopkins, Edward McMullan, Mark Dobell, Ben Davies, Harry Christophers
There is a SpiritEdmund Rubbra, James Nayler, Julie Cooper, Harry Christophers
When David HeardMichael East, The Sixteen / Harry Christophers, Harry Christophers
Take Him, Earth for CherishingHerbert Howells, Helen Waddell, The Sixteen / Harry Christophers, Harry Christophers
Lay a GarlandRobert Pearsall, Francis Beaumont, John Fletcher, The Sixteen / Harry Christophers, Harry Christophers
EternitieEdmund Rubbra, Robert Herrick, The Sixteen / Harry Christophers, Harry Christophers
When David HeardThomas Tomkins, The Sixteen / Harry Christophers, Harry Christophers
Bring Us, O Lord GodWilliam Harris, John Donne, The Sixteen / Harry Christophers, Harry Christophers
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