Benjamin Britten's "Sacred and Profane" is a captivating journey through the realms of classical, choral, and neoclassical music, released on June 6, 2015, under the Treasure Island label. This album spans a rich and diverse collection of works, each offering a unique exploration of sacred and profane themes. With a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes, it presents a compelling blend of Britten's masterful compositions, including pieces like "St. Godric's Hymn," "Carol," and "God's Grandeur," as well as his opera "Death in Venice," represented by "On the Death of Antony" and "On the Death of Cleopatra." The album also features Britten's choral works, such as "The Long Night" and "Rosa Mystica," showcasing his profound ability to convey deep emotional and spiritual depth. Whether you're a longtime fan of Britten's work or a newcomer to his compositions, "Sacred and Profane" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
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Tracks
St. Godric's HymnBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
I Mon Waxe WodBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Lenten Is ComeBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
The Long NightBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Yif Ic of Luve CanBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
CarolBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Yet That Passen ByBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
A DeathBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Herbert Howells: InheritanceHerbert Howells, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
What Is It LikeArnold Bax, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
White-Flowering DaysGerald Finzi, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Silence and MusicRalph Vaughan Williams, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Spring at This HourLennox Berkeley, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
AubadeArthur Bliss, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Mary HinesBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Anthony O DalyBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
The CoolinBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
On the Death of AntonyBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
On the Death of CleopatraBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
The Monk and His CatBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Prayer IBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Rosa MysticaBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
God's GrandeurBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Prayer IIBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
O Deus, Ego Am TeBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
The SoldierBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Heaven HavenBenjamin Britten, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
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