Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of sacred choral music with Geoffrey Burgon's "Burgon: Nunc dimittis, Short Mass & Other Choral Music." Released in 2006 under the Hyperion label, this album is a testament to Burgon's mastery of choral composition, featuring the ethereal voices of the Wells Cathedral Choir and the skilled direction of Matthew Owens. The collection spans a diverse range of sacred works, from the contemplative "Nunc dimittis" to the jubilant "Short Mass" and the reflective "Death Be Not Proud." Each piece is a jewel in its own right, showcasing Burgon's ability to blend profound lyricism with intricate musical structures. The album's duration of 72 minutes offers a comprehensive journey through Burgon's choral repertoire, making it a compelling listen for both seasoned choral music enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Whether you're drawn to the solemnity of "Come Let Us Pity Not the Dead" or the exuberance of "Te Deum," this album promises a deeply moving and spiritually uplifting experience.
At the Round Earth's Imagined CornersGeoffrey Burgon, Alan Thomas, Catherine Hart, David Bednall, Matthew Owens
Christ's Love: I. The AssumptionGeoffrey Burgon, Matthew Owens, Wells Cathedral Choir
Short Mass: I. KyrieGeoffrey Burgon, Matthew Owens, Wells Cathedral Choir
Short Mass: II. GloriaGeoffrey Burgon, Catherine Hart, Frances Henderson, Matthew Owens, Wells Cathedral Choir
Short Mass: III. SanctusGeoffrey Burgon, Matthew Owens, Wells Cathedral Choir
Short Mass: IV. BenedictusGeoffrey Burgon, Matthew Owens, Wells Cathedral Choir
Short Mass: V. Agnus DeiGeoffrey Burgon, Wells Cathedral Choir, Matthew Owens
Of Flowers and Emeralds SheenGeoffrey Burgon, Wells Cathedral Choir, Catherine Hart, Matthew Owens
MagnificatGeoffrey Burgon, Wells Cathedral Choir, David Bednall, Matthew Owens
Nunc dimittisGeoffrey Burgon, Alan Thomas, David Bednall, Matthew Owens, Wells Cathedral Choir
The First World: I. As the Angels StoodGeoffrey Burgon, Christopher Sheldrake, Matthew Owens, Wells Cathedral Choir, Richard Rowntree
The First World: II. Apple BlossomGeoffrey Burgon, Matthew Owens, Wells Cathedral Choir
Christ's Love: II. The Corpus Christi CarolGeoffrey Burgon, Wells Cathedral Choir, Matthew Owens, Iain MacLeod-Jones, Kevin Beckett, Léonie Maxwell, Frances Henderson, Christopher Sheldrake
The Song of the CreaturesGeoffrey Burgon, Matthew Owens, Richard Rowntree, Simon Clulow, David Bednall, Catherine Hart, Wells Cathedral Choir
Death Be Not ProudGeoffrey Burgon, Alan Thomas, Catherine Hart, David Bednall, Léonie Maxwell, Wells Cathedral Choir, Matthew Owens
Come Let Us Pity Not the DeadGeoffrey Burgon, Wells Cathedral Choir, Alan Thomas, David Bednall, Matthew Owens
Te DeumGeoffrey Burgon, Catherine Hart, David Bednall, Matthew Owens, Wells Cathedral Choir
Nunc dimittis (1997 Version)Geoffrey Burgon, Catherine Hart, Frances Henderson, Wells Cathedral Choir, Matthew Owens
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