Immerse yourself in the sacred and serene world of William Lloyd Webber's choral masterpieces with the album "Sacred Choral Music of William Lloyd Webber." Released on October 12, 1999, under Priory Records, this collection of chamber music offers a profound and uplifting experience that spans a little over an hour and thirteen minutes. The album features a rich tapestry of sacred choral works, including seven anthems, two full masses, and a variety of hymns and motets, all composed with a deep sense of reverence and musical sophistication.
William Lloyd Webber, a distinguished composer in his own right, brings a unique blend of tradition and innovation to these sacred pieces. The album opens with "7 Anthems: No. 2, A Hymn of Thanksgiving," setting the tone for a journey through both familiar and lesser-known works. Highlights include the majestic "Missa Princeps Pacis" and the "Missa Sanctae Mariae Magdalenae," each offering a different perspective on the sacred mass. The album also features beautiful settings of well-known texts such as "Magnificat in E Minor" and "Nunc dimittis in E Minor," showcasing Webber's ability to infuse timeless words with fresh musical expression.
Whether you are a longtime fan of choral music or a newcomer to the genre, this album provides a captivating exploration of sacred music that is both spiritually enriching and artistically compelling. William Lloyd Webber's compositions are performed with precision and passion, making this album a true gem for anyone appreciating the beauty of chamber music and the sacred choral tradition.
1999 Priory Records1999 Priory Records
Tracks
7 Anthems: No. 2, A Hymn of ThanksgivingWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Harry Bramma, Nicholas Luff
Missa Princeps Pacis: I. Kyrie eleisonWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Nicholas Luff, Harry Bramma
Missa Princeps Pacis: II. GloriaWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Nicholas Luff, Harry Bramma
Missa Princeps Pacis: III. SanctusWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Nicholas Luff, Harry Bramma
Missa Princeps Pacis: IV. BenedictusWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Nicholas Luff, Harry Bramma
Missa Princeps Pacis: V. Agnus DeiWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Nicholas Luff, Harry Bramma
Lo! My Shepherd Is DivineWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Nicholas Luff, Harry Bramma
Dominus firmamentum meumWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Nicholas Luff, Harry Bramma
Missa Sanctae Mariae Magdalenae: I. Kyrie eleisonWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Harry Bramma
Missa Sanctae Mariae Magdalenae: II. GloriaWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Harry Bramma, Nicholas Luff
Missa Sanctae Mariae Magdalenae: III. SanctusWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Harry Bramma, Nicholas Luff
Missa Sanctae Mariae Magdalenae: IV. Agnus DeiWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Harry Bramma
Missa Sanctae Mariae Magdalenae: V. Ite missa estWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Harry Bramma, Nicholas Luff
7 Anthems: No. 3, O Love, I Give Myself to TheeWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Nicholas Luff, Harry Bramma
Tantum ergo sacramentumWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Nicholas Luff, Harry Bramma, Nigel Cassidy
Magnificat in E MinorWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Nicholas Luff, Harry Bramma
Nunc dimittis in E MinorWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Nicholas Luff, Harry Bramma
Most Glorious Lord of LyfeWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Nicholas Luff, Harry Bramma
7 Anthems: No. 7, Love Divine, All Loves ExcellingWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Nicholas Luff, Harry Bramma
7 Anthems: No. 1, Sing the LifeWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Harry Bramma
The Stable Where the Oxen StoodWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Nicholas Luff, Harry Bramma
New Life In ChristWilliam Lloyd Webber, Choir Of All Saints Margaret Street London, Nicholas Luff, Harry Bramma, Julian Alexander Smith, Ian Lyon
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