Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Kenneth Leighton's choral masterpieces with this exquisite collection, "Crucifixus & Other Choral Works." Released in 2015, this album showcases the profound and evocative compositions of Kenneth Leighton, a pivotal figure in the English Cathedral repertoire. The disc features a diverse array of choral works, including the stunning "Crucifixus pro nobis," a powerful exploration of Christ's passion, and the serene beauty of the "Missa brevis, Op. 50" and "Missa de Gloria, Op. 82." Each piece is performed with meticulous precision and deep reverence by Stephen Layton and The Choir of Trinity College Cambridge, accompanied by Jeremy Cole on the organ. With a running time of 1 hour and 12 minutes, this album is a testament to Leighton's enduring legacy and the timeless appeal of his music. Whether you're a seasoned fan of choral music or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a captivating journey through some of the most moving and spiritually uplifting compositions of the 20th century.
Magnificat & Nunc dimittis "Collegium Magdalenae Oxoniense": I. MagnificatKenneth Leighton, Stephen Layton, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Jeremy Cole
Magnificat & Nunc dimittis "Collegium Magdalenae Oxoniense": II. Nunc dimittisKenneth Leighton, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Jeremy Cole, Stephen Layton
God's GrandeurKenneth Leighton, Stephen Layton, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge
Give Me the Wings of FaithKenneth Leighton, Eleanor Kornas, Hannah Partridge, Michael Craddock, Stephen Layton, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge
Missa brevis, Op. 50: I. Kyrie eleisonKenneth Leighton, Stephen Layton, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge
Missa brevis, Op. 50: II. SanctusKenneth Leighton, Stephen Layton, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge
Missa brevis, Op. 50: III. BenedictusKenneth Leighton, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Stephen Layton
Missa brevis, Op. 50: IV. Agnus DeiKenneth Leighton, Stephen Layton, Hannah Partridge, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge
Missa brevis, Op. 50: V. Gloria in excelsis DeoKenneth Leighton, Stephen Layton, Michael Craddock, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge
Missa de Gloria, Op. 82: VI. Ite, missa estKenneth Leighton, Jeremy Cole
What Love Is This of Thine?Kenneth Leighton, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Stephen Layton, Michael Craddock, Rachel Ambrose Evans
The Second Service, Op. 62: I. MagnificatKenneth Leighton, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Jeremy Cole, Stephen Layton
The Second Service, Op. 62: II. Nunc dimittisKenneth Leighton, Stephen Layton, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Jeremy Cole
Crucifixus pro nobis, Op. 38: I. Christ in the CradleKenneth Leighton, Andrew Kennedy, Jeremy Cole
Crucifixus pro nobis, Op. 38: II. Christ in the GardenKenneth Leighton, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Jeremy Cole, Stephen Layton
Crucifixus pro nobis, Op. 38: III. Christ in His PassionKenneth Leighton, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Jeremy Cole, Andrew Kennedy, Stephen Layton
Crucifixus pro nobis, Op. 38: IV. HymnKenneth Leighton, Stephen Layton, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge
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