Herbert Howells' "Howells: Choral Music," released in 2004, is a captivating collection of 14 choral works that showcase the composer's significant contributions to English church music. Spanning a total of 66 minutes, this album offers a comprehensive overview of Howells' choral repertoire, featuring pieces such as "Missa Aedis Christi" and "Preludio 'Sine Nomine'." Howells, an accomplished English composer, organist, and teacher, is renowned for his extensive output of choral and organ music. This album highlights his mastery of choral writing, with performances by esteemed ensembles like the Choir of New College, Oxford, under the direction of Edward Higginbottom. The tracks range from traditional liturgical settings to evocative choral pieces like "Sing Lullaby" and "A Spotless Rose," demonstrating Howells' versatility and depth as a composer. For those interested in choral music and the rich tradition of English church music, this album is a valuable addition to any collection.
(C) 2004 CRD Records Ltd.
Tracks
Behold, O God Our DefenderHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
Missa Aedis Christi: KyrieHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
Missa Aedis Christi: CredoHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
Psalm Prelude Set I No. IHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
Missa Aedis Christe: SanctusHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
Missa Aedis Christe: BenedictusHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
Missa Aedis Christe: Agnus DeiHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
Missa Aedis Christe: GloriaHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
Preludio 'Sine Nomine'Herbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
Sing LullabyHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
Here is the Little DoorHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
A Spotless RoseHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
PaeanHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
Where Wast Thou?Herbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
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