Howard Goodall's "Goodall: Choral Works" is a captivating collection of choral compositions that showcases the composer's versatility and mastery of the genre. Released in 1998 under the Decca (UMO) label, this album spans a little over an hour and features performances by the renowned Choir of Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford, conducted by Stephen Darlington.
The album opens with the intricate and powerful "Missa Aedis Christi," a six-movement choral work that demonstrates Goodall's ability to blend traditional liturgical music with contemporary sensibilities. Following this, the album presents "In memoriam Anne Frank," a poignant and reflective piece dedicated to the young diarist and Holocaust victim.
Fans of popular culture will recognize themes from beloved TV shows such as "The Vicar of Dibley" and "Mr. Bean," composed by Howard Goodall. These tracks, "Psalm 23 (Theme from The Vicar of Dibley)" and "Ecce Homo (Theme from Mr. Bean)," bring a familiar and comforting touch to the album.
The "Marlborough Canticles" conclude the album with two beautiful settings of the Magnificat and Nunc dimittis, showcasing the choir's exceptional skill and Goodall's compositional prowess. Throughout the album, Goodall's ability to create evocative and emotionally resonant music is evident, making "Goodall: Choral Works" a standout in his discography and a delight for choral music enthusiasts.
Missa Aedis Christi: KyrieHoward Goodall, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, John Bradbury, Clive Lander, Ian Rowbotham, Dave Bucknall, Adam Precious, David Goode, Stephen Darlington
Missa Aedis Christi: GloriaHoward Goodall, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, John Bradbury, Clive Lander, Ian Rowbotham, Dave Bucknall, Adam Precious, David Goode, Stephen Darlington
Missa Aedis Christi: CredoHoward Goodall, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, John Bradbury, Clive Lander, Ian Rowbotham, Dave Bucknall, Adam Precious, David Goode, Stephen Darlington
Missa Aedis Christi: SanctusHoward Goodall, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, John Bradbury, Clive Lander, Ian Rowbotham, Dave Bucknall, Adam Precious, David Goode, Stephen Darlington
Missa Aedis Christi: BenedictusHoward Goodall, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, John Bradbury, Clive Lander, Ian Rowbotham, Dave Bucknall, Adam Precious, David Goode, Stephen Darlington
Missa Aedis Christi: Agnus DeiHoward Goodall, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, John Bradbury, Clive Lander, Ian Rowbotham, Dave Bucknall, Adam Precious, David Goode, Stephen Darlington
In memoriam Anne FrankHoward Goodall, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, Sherborne School For Girls Chamber Singers, John Bradbury, Clive Lander, Ian Rowbotham, Dave Bucknall, Adam Precious, David Goode, Stephen Darlington
Psalm 23 (Theme from The Vicar of Dibley)Howard Goodall, George Humphreys, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, John Bradbury, Clive Lander, Ian Rowbotham, Dave Bucknall, Adam Precious, David Goode, Stephen Darlington
Ecce Homo (Theme from Mr Bean)Howard Goodall, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, David Goode, Stephen Darlington
They Were Not HereHoward Goodall, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, Sherborne School For Girls Chamber Singers, John Bradbury, Clive Lander, Ian Rowbotham, Dave Bucknall, Adam Precious, David Goode, Stephen Darlington
Marlborough Canticles: MagnificatHoward Goodall, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, David Goode, Stephen Darlington
Marlborough Canticles: Nunc dimittisHoward Goodall, Daniel Collins, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, David Goode, Stephen Darlington
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