Embark on a musical journey through five centuries of sacred choral music with the renowned St. Paul's Cathedral Choir. "Jubilate - 500 Years Of Cathedral Music" is a captivating collection of 18 works that span from the early 16th century to the mid-20th century, showcasing the rich heritage and enduring tradition of cathedral music. This album, released in 2017 under Decca Music Group Ltd., is a testament to the choir's exceptional skill and the timeless beauty of the compositions featured.
The album opens with Handel's majestic "Zadok The Priest," a coronation anthem that has echoed through the halls of history. It continues with Mendelssohn's "Hear My Prayer," a deeply moving piece that highlights the choir's emotive power. Other notable works include Purcell's "Justorum Animae," Walton's "Greater Love Hath No Man," and Vaughan Williams' "A Gaelic Blessing," each contributing to the diverse and enchanting tapestry of the album.
Under the direction of Andrew Carwood, with Aled Jones and the Cathedral Choristers of Britain, the St. Paul's Cathedral Choir delivers a performance that is both technically impeccable and spiritually uplifting. The album's duration of 76 minutes offers a comprehensive exploration of choral music, making it a valuable addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection. Whether you're a longtime fan of choral music or new to the genre, "Jubilate - 500 Years Of Cathedral Music" promises an enriching and inspiring listening experience.
Zadok The Priest (Coronation Anthem), HWV258George Frideric Handel, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Cathedral Choristers of Britain, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
Hear My Prayer, Hymn for Soprano, Chorus and Organ: Hear My PrayerFelix Mendelssohn, Nathaniel Morley, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
Hear My Prayer, Hymn for Soprano, Chorus and Organ: O For The Wings Of A DoveFelix Mendelssohn, Nathaniel Morley, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
Justorum Animae, Op.38Charles Villiers Stanford, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Andrew Carwood
Hosanna To The Son Of DavidThomas Weelkes, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Andrew Carwood
Salvator MundiThomas Tallis, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Andrew Carwood
O God, Thou Art My God, Z35Henry Purcell, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
Lord, Let Me Know Mine EndMaurice Greene, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
Greater Love Hath No ManJohn Ireland, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
O Taste And SeeRalph Vaughan Williams, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
Evening HymnHenry Balfour Gardiner, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
Jubilate DeoWilliam Walton, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
The Lord Is My ShepherdHoward Goodall, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
The Lord Bless You and Keep YouJohn Rutter, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
Ubi CaritasPaul Mealor, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
A Gaelic BlessingJohn Rutter, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Cathedral Choristers of Britain, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
I Was GladHubert Parry, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Cathedral Choristers of Britain, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
A Gaelic BlessingJohn Rutter, Aled Jones, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Cathedral Choristers of Britain, Simon Johnson, Andrew Carwood
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