Immerse yourself in the ethereal and contemplative world of John Tavener's "We Shall See Him As He Is," a choral masterpiece released in 1992 under the Chandos label. This album is a profound exploration of minimalism and sacred choral music, spanning a captivating hour of transcendent soundscapes. Tavener, renowned for his deeply spiritual compositions, crafts a work that is both meditative and powerful, drawing listeners into a serene and introspective atmosphere. The album's eleven tracks, each titled "Ikon" followed by a Roman numeral, are interspersed with refrains, creating a rhythmic and harmonic tapestry that unfolds like a sacred narrative. From the opening "Refrain" to the final "Ikon XI," Tavener's music invites reflection and awe, making this album a timeless addition to any classical music collection.
1992 Chandos Records1992 Chandos Records
Tracks
We Shall See Him As He Is: Refrain. The Unfolding of the Great MysteryJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Patricia Rozario, John Mark Ainsley, Andrew Murgatroyd, John Senter, BBC National Chorus of Wales, Chester Festival Chorus
We Shall See Him As He Is: Ikon IJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Patricia Rozario, John Mark Ainsley, Andrew Murgatroyd, John Senter, BBC National Chorus of Wales, Chester Festival Chorus
We Shall See Him As He Is: Ikon IIJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Patricia Rozario, John Mark Ainsley, Andrew Murgatroyd, John Senter, BBC National Chorus of Wales, Chester Festival Chorus
We Shall See Him As He Is: Ikon III - RefrainJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Patricia Rozario, John Mark Ainsley, Andrew Murgatroyd, John Senter, BBC National Chorus of Wales, Chester Festival Chorus
We Shall See Him As He Is: Ikon IVJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Patricia Rozario, John Mark Ainsley, Andrew Murgatroyd, John Senter, BBC National Chorus of Wales, Chester Festival Chorus
We Shall See Him As He Is: Ikon V - RefrainJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Patricia Rozario, John Mark Ainsley, Andrew Murgatroyd, John Senter, BBC National Chorus of Wales, Chester Festival Chorus
We Shall See Him As He Is: Ikon VIJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, BBC Welsh Symphony Orchestra, Patricia Rozario, John Mark Ainsley, BBC Welsh Chorus, Britten Singers, Chester Festival Chorus
We Shall See Him As He Is: Ikon VII - RefrainJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Patricia Rozario, John Mark Ainsley, Andrew Murgatroyd, John Senter, BBC National Chorus of Wales, Chester Festival Chorus
We Shall See Him As He Is: Ikon VIIIJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Patricia Rozario, John Mark Ainsley, Andrew Murgatroyd, John Senter, BBC National Chorus of Wales, Chester Festival Chorus
We Shall See Him As He Is: Ikon IXJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Patricia Rozario, John Mark Ainsley, Andrew Murgatroyd, John Senter, BBC National Chorus of Wales, Chester Festival Chorus
We Shall See Him As He Is: The TombJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Patricia Rozario, John Mark Ainsley, Andrew Murgatroyd, John Senter, BBC National Chorus of Wales, Chester Festival Chorus
We Shall See Him As He Is: Ikon XJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Patricia Rozario, John Mark Ainsley, Andrew Murgatroyd, John Senter, BBC National Chorus of Wales, Chester Festival Chorus
We Shall See Him As He Is: Ikon XIJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Patricia Rozario, John Mark Ainsley, Andrew Murgatroyd, John Senter, BBC National Chorus of Wales, Chester Festival Chorus
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