Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Ralph Vaughan Williams' choral masterpiece with "Vaughan Williams: A Cambridge Mass." Released on October 13, 2014, this live recording captures the essence of Vaughan Williams' profound composition, offering a serene and spiritually uplifting experience. The album spans 56 minutes, featuring a seamless blend of traditional and modern choral elements that showcase the composer's unique style and deep musical insight.
This collection includes a live performance of "A Cambridge Mass," a work that has become a cornerstone of the classical choral repertoire. The album opens with "Credo: Credo in unum Deum," setting the stage for a journey through the sacred text, culminating in the powerful "Amen." The "Sanctus" section, with its ethereal "Sanctus, Sanctus, Sanctus" and the stirring "Benedictus qui venit nomine Domini," highlights the choir's exquisite harmonies and Vaughan Williams' masterful orchestration. The album concludes with "Blest Pair of Sirens," a live performance that adds a touch of poetic elegance to the overall experience.
Recorded under the Albion label, this album is a testament to Vaughan Williams' enduring legacy and his ability to create music that resonates with both the heart and the soul. Whether you're a longtime fan of classical music or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, "Vaughan Williams: A Cambridge Mass" offers a captivating and enriching listening experience.
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Tracks
A Cambridge Mass, Credo: Credo in unum Deum - LiveRalph Vaughan Williams, The Bach Choir, Martin Ennis, New Queen's Hall Orchestra, Alan Tongue
A Cambridge Mass, Credo: Qui propter nos homines - LiveRalph Vaughan Williams, Olivia Robinson, Rebecca Lodge, Christopher Bowen, Edward Price, The Bach Choir, Martin Ennis, New Queen's Hall Orchestra, Alan Tongue
A Cambridge Mass, Credo: Et resurrexit tertia die - LiveRalph Vaughan Williams, Olivia Robinson, Rebecca Lodge, Christopher Bowen, Edward Price, The Bach Choir, Martin Ennis, New Queen's Hall Orchestra, Alan Tongue
A Cambridge Mass, Credo: Amen - LiveRalph Vaughan Williams, Olivia Robinson, Rebecca Lodge, Christopher Bowen, Edward Price, The Bach Choir, Martin Ennis, New Queen's Hall Orchestra, Alan Tongue
A Cambridge Mass: Offertorium - LiveRalph Vaughan Williams, New Queen's Hall Orchestra, Alan Tongue
A Cambridge Mass, Sanctus: Sanctus, Sanctus, Sanctus - LiveRalph Vaughan Williams, The Bach Choir, Martin Ennis, New Queen's Hall Orchestra, Alan Tongue
A Cambridge Mass, Sanctus: Hosanna in excelsis - LiveRalph Vaughan Williams, The Bach Choir, Martin Ennis, New Queen's Hall Orchestra, Alan Tongue
A Cambridge Mass, Sanctus: Benedictus qui venit nomine Domini - LiveRalph Vaughan Williams, Olivia Robinson, Rebecca Lodge, Christopher Bowen, Edward Price, The Bach Choir, Martin Ennis, New Queen's Hall Orchestra, Alan Tongue
A Cambridge Mass: Hosanna in excelsis - LiveRalph Vaughan Williams, The Bach Choir, Martin Ennis, New Queen's Hall Orchestra, Alan Tongue
Blest Pair of Sirens - LiveHubert Parry, The Bach Choir, New Queen's Hall Orchestra, Alan Tongue, Martin Ennis
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