"23 Favourite Hymns" is a captivating choral album released in 1996 by Simon Johnson, featuring the esteemed Norwich Cathedral Choir and conducted by Neil Taylor. This collection is a testament to the rich tradition of hymnody, offering a diverse selection of beloved hymns that have resonated through generations.
The album spans a duration of 1 hour and 19 minutes, encompassing 23 tracks that showcase the choir's exceptional vocal prowess and the masterful direction of Simon Johnson and Neil Taylor. Each hymn is a masterpiece in its own right, ranging from the triumphant "Onward, Christian Soldiers" to the serene and reflective "Abide with Me."
Recorded under the Priory Records label, this album is a harmonious blend of traditional and contemporary choral arrangements, making it a timeless addition to any music enthusiast's collection. Whether you're a fan of choral music or simply appreciate the beauty of hymns, "23 Favourite Hymns" promises a soul-stirring experience that celebrates the enduring power of these sacred songs.
(C) 1996 Priory Records(P) 1996 Priory Records
Tracks
Praise, My Soul, the King of HeavenJohn Goss, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
Just as I AmWilliam B. Bradbury, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
We Plough the Fields and ScatterJohann Abraham Peter Schulz, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
Holy, Holy, Holy!John Bacchus Dykes, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
Through All the Changing Scenes of LifeGeorge Thomas Smart, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
Onward, Christian SoldiersArthur Sullivan, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
Abide with MeWilliam Henry Monk, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
Christ TriumphantJohn Barnard, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
The God of Abraham PraiseAnonymous, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
Lift High the CrossSydney Nicholson, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
We Sing the Praise of Him Who DiedAnonymous, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
The Lord's My ShepherdJessie Seymour Irvine, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
Eternal Father, Strong to SaveJohn Bacchus Dykes, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
Alleluia! Sing to Jesus!Rowland H. Pritchard, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
Angel VoicesEdwin George Monk, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
Be Thou My VisionTraditional, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
Praise to the HoliestJohn Bacchus Dykes, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
Jesus Christ Is Risen TodayAnonymous, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
O Worship the KingWilliam Croft, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
Sine nomineRalph Vaughan Williams, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
The Head That Once Was Crowned with ThornsJeremiah Clarke, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
Lift Up Your Hearts!Walter Greatorex, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
All My Hope on God Is FoundedHerbert Howells, Norwich Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Neil Taylor
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