"Who Are These Angels? New Choral Music by James MacMillan" is a captivating choral album that showcases the remarkable talent of composer James MacMillan. Released on October 17, 2011, under Linn Records, this album is a testament to MacMillan's ability to create profound and moving choral works that resonate with listeners. The album spans a duration of 1 hour and 12 minutes, featuring a diverse collection of pieces that highlight the beauty and power of choral music.
The tracklist includes a mix of sacred and secular works, with notable pieces such as "And Lo, the Angel of the Lord," "Bring us, O Lord," and "Think of how God loves you." The album also features the complete "Mass of Blessed John Henry Newman," a significant work that demonstrates MacMillan's mastery of choral composition. The "Strathclyde Motets II" series is another highlight, showcasing MacMillan's ability to create intricate and harmonically rich choral works.
James MacMillan is a renowned Scottish composer whose music is known for its depth, complexity, and emotional resonance. His works often draw on his Catholic faith and Scottish heritage, resulting in a unique and powerful musical language. "Who Are These Angels?" is a perfect example of MacMillan's ability to create choral music that is both technically impressive and deeply moving. Whether you are a fan of choral music or simply appreciate beautiful and meaningful compositions, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.
2011 Linn Records2011 Linn Records
Tracks
And Lo, the Angel of the LordJames MacMillan, Boosey & Hawkes, Cappella Nova, Alan Tavener
Qui meditabitur (Strathclyde Motets II)James MacMillan, Cappella Nova, Alan Tavener
O Radiant Dawn (Strathclyde Motets II)James MacMillan, Cappella Nova, Alan Tavener
Lux aeterna (Strathclyde Motets II)James MacMillan, Cappella Nova, Alan Tavener
Os mutorum (Strathclyde Motets II)James MacMillan, Cappella Nova, Alan Tavener
Bring us, O LordJames MacMillan, Cappella Nova, Alan Tavener
Canticle of Zachariah (Strathclyde Motets II)James MacMillan, Cappella Nova, Alan Tavener
Benedictus DeusJames MacMillan, Cappella Nova, Alan Tavener
Advent AntiphonJames MacMillan, Cappella Nova, Alan Tavener
Pascha nostrum immolutes est (Strathclyde Motets II)James MacMillan, Cappella Nova, Alan Tavener
Who Are These Angels?James MacMillan, Cappella Nova, Alan Tavener
Think of how God loves youJames MacMillan, Cappella Nova, Alan Tavener