Indulge in the rich tapestry of choral music with "A Banquet of Voices," a captivating album by The Cambridge Singers, conducted by the renowned John Rutter. Released on September 11, 2020, under the Collegium label, this collection is a celebration of music written for multiple choirs, spanning a duration of 1 hour and 11 minutes. The album features 14 meticulously crafted tracks, each showcasing the ensemble's impeccable harmonies and the conductor's masterful direction.
The Cambridge Singers, accompanied by Helen Gough on baroque cello, William Hunt on violone, and Wayne Marshall on chamber organ, deliver a performance that is both uplifting and inspiring. The album opens with "Duo Seraphim" and closes with the resounding "Lobet den Hern in seinen Taten," from the "Singet dem Herrn ein neues Lied, BWV 225" arrangement. In between, you'll find a diverse selection of pieces, including the hauntingly beautiful "Spem in alium" and the festive "Fest- und Gedenksprüche, Op. 109."
"A Banquet of Voices" is not just a collection of songs; it's an exploration of the human voice in its most powerful and expressive form. Whether you're a seasoned choral music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a feast for the ears, with each track expertly performed and beautifully recorded. The album's genres, choral and Christmas, make it a perfect addition to your collection, ready to be enjoyed year-round.
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Tracks
Duo SeraphimFrancisco Guerrero, John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
Miserere meiGregorio Allegri, John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
CrucifixusAntonio Caldara, John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, Helen Gough, William Hunt, Wayne Marshall
Surrexit pastor bonus (Version for Choir, Cello, Violin & Organ)Samuel Scheidt, John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, Helen Gough, William Hunt, Wayne Marshall
Spem in aliumThomas Tallis, John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
Ave Regina caelorumPeter Philips, John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
Fest- und Gedenksprüche, Op. 109: I. Unsere Väter hofften auf dichJohannes Brahms, John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
Fest- und Gedenksprüche, Op. 109: II. Wie ein starker GewappneterJohannes Brahms, John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
Fest- und Gedenksprüche, Op. 109: III. Wo ist ein so herrlich VolkJohannes Brahms, John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
Kirchenmusik, Op. 23: III. Mitten wir im Leben sindFelix Mendelssohn, John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
Heilig, WoO 27Felix Mendelssohn, John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers
Singet dem Herrn ein neues Lied, BWV 225 (Arr. for Choir, Cello, Violin & Organ): I. Singet dem HerrnJohann Sebastian Bach, John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, Helen Gough, William Hunt, Wayne Marshall
Singet dem Herrn ein neues Lied, BWV 225 (Arr. for Choir, Cello, Violin & Organ): II. Wie sich ein Vater erbarmetJohann Sebastian Bach, John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, Helen Gough, William Hunt, Wayne Marshall
Singet dem Herrn ein neues Lied, BWV 225 (Arr. for Choir, Cello, Violin & Organ): III. Lobet den Hern in seinen TatenJohann Sebastian Bach, John Rutter, The Cambridge Singers, Helen Gough, William Hunt, Wayne Marshall
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