Immerse yourself in the ethereal and transcendent sounds of the Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, with their captivating album "Light of the Spirit." Released in 2004 under the Collegium label, this choral masterpiece spans a generous 2 hours and 27 minutes, featuring 36 tracks that blend sacred and seasonal themes with unparalleled grace.
The album is a rich tapestry of choral works, ranging from traditional hymns to contemporary compositions, all performed with the precision and passion that the Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, is renowned for. The repertoire includes pieces like "Nunc dimittis," "Hail, Gladdening Light," and "Requiem aeternam," showcasing the choir's versatility and depth. The inclusion of spirituals like "Steal Away" and "Deep River," arranged by T. Brown and N. Luboff respectively, adds a touch of soulful warmth to the collection.
Under the direction of Timothy Brown and other esteemed conductors, the choir's harmonies soar, creating an atmosphere of reverence and beauty. The album is a testament to the choir's ability to convey the profound and the sublime, making it a standout in their discography. Whether you're a fan of choral music or simply seeking a moment of tranquility, "Light of the Spirit" offers a serene and uplifting listening experience.
(C) 2004 Collegium(P) 2004 Collegium
Tracks
LumenAnonymous, Alexander Jupp, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Bring Us, O Lord GodWilliam Henry Harris, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Vigilia: EhtoohymniEinojuhani Rautavaara, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
All-Night Vigil, Op. 37: Nunc dimittisSergei Rachmaninoff, Nicholas Mulroy, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
O lux, beata TrinitasWilliam Byrd, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
O coruscans lux stellarumHildegard von Bingen, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
O nata luxThomas Tallis, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Te lucis ante terminumThomas Tallis, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Hymn to the Creator of LightJohn Rutter, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Hail, Gladdening LightCharles Wood, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Christe qui lux esRobert White, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Nunc dimittis, H. 127Gustav Holst, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Hymni totius anni: Christe, qui lux es et diesGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Nunc dimittisJosquin des Prez, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Liturgy of the Holy Week, Op. 58: Hail, Gladdening LightAlexander Gretchaninov, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
All-Night Vigil, Op. 52: No. 5, Hail, Gladdening LightPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Hymni totius anni: No. 6, Lucis Creator optimeGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Lux aeternaGyörgy Ligeti, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Requiem aeternamAnonymous, Reuben Thomas, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Kontakion of the DepartedAnonymous, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Selig sind die Toten, SWV 391Heinrich Schütz, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
9 Sacred Pieces, TH 78: No. 7, Blessed Are They Whom Thou Hast ChosenPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Funeral IkosJohn Tavener, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Domine Jesu ChristeAnonymous, Reuben Thomas, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
O quam gloriosumTomás Luis de Victoria, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
A Short Requiem: IV. Psalm 121 - V. Requiem aeternamHenry Walford Davies, Vanessa Huntly, Alexander Jupp, Elin Manahan Thomas, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
The Evening-Watch, Op. 43 No. 1, H. 159Gustav Holst, Alexander Jupp, Alexandra Barrett, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Steal Away (Arr. T. Brown)Anonymous, Elin Manahan Thomas, John Harte, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Songs of Farewell: IV. There Is an Old BeliefHubert Parry, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
O quanta qualia sunt illa SabbataAnonymous, John Saunders, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Justorum animae, T 86William Byrd, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Deep River (Arr. N. Luboff)Anonymous, Reuben Thomas, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
In paradisumAnonymous, Reuben Thomas, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
O felix animaHildegard von Bingen, Alexandra Barrett, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Audivi vocem de caeloJohn Sheppard, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
Faire Is the HeavenWilliam Henry Harris, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Timothy Brown
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