Immerse yourself in the divine harmonies of the Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, with their captivating album "Choirs of Angels: Music from The Eton Choirbook Vol. 2." Released on April 29, 2013, under AVIE Records, this choral masterpiece is a testament to the choir's exceptional skill and the timeless beauty of Renaissance music.
The album features works by renowned composers John Browne, William Cornysh, Richard Davy, Walter Lambe, and Robert Wylkynson, all drawn from the famed Eton Choirbook. Each track is a stunning display of polyphonic complexity and spiritual depth, showcasing the choir's ability to bring these historic pieces to life with precision and passion.
From the hauntingly beautiful "O Maria salvatoris mater a 8" by John Browne to the majestic "Salve regina a 9," the album is a journey through some of the most significant choral works of the Renaissance period. The Christ Church Cathedral Choir, under the direction of Stephen Darlington, delivers a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply moving.
With a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes, this album is a rich and rewarding listening experience. Whether you are a fan of choral music, a lover of Renaissance compositions, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of the human voice, "Choirs of Angels: Music from The Eton Choirbook Vol. 2" is sure to captivate and inspire.
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