Immerse yourself in the ethereal harmonies and timeless beauty of sacred choral music with the Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, in their latest album, "Magnificat 3." Released on March 17, 2023, under Signum Records, this captivating collection showcases the choir's renowned artistry and the rich tapestry of their repertoire.
Spanning a little over an hour, "Magnificat 3" features a diverse array of compositions, including works from the esteemed Six Choruses for Mixed Voices Op. 40 and various settings of the Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis. The album highlights the choir's exceptional skill in interpreting these sacred texts, offering a profound and uplifting musical experience.
The Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, is celebrated for its purity of tone, precise articulation, and deep expressive power. Their performances on this album are no exception, delivering a sense of spiritual depth and musical mastery that is both inspiring and moving. Whether you are a seasoned fan of choral music or a newcomer to the genre, "Magnificat 3" promises a rich and rewarding listening experience.
(C) 2023 Signum Classics(P) 2023 Signum Records
Tracks
Six Choruses for Mixed Voices Op. 40: IV. Nunc DimittisPavel Chesnokov, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, George Herbert, Andrew Nethsingha, Thomas Butler
Magnificat & Nunc Dimittis "St Paul's Service": I. MagnificatHerbert Howells, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, George Herbert, Andrew Nethsingha
Magnificat & Nunc Dimittis "St Paul's Service": II. Nunc DimittisHerbert Howells, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, George Herbert, Andrew Nethsingha
Magnificat & Nunc Dimittis "Sancti Johannis Cantabrigiense": I. MagnificatPhilip Moore, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, George Herbert, Andrew Nethsingha, Joshua Davidson, Alastair Austin
Magnificat & Nunc Dimittis "Sancti Johannis Cantabrigiense": II. Nunc DimittisPhilip Moore, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, George Herbert, Andrew Nethsingha, Angus Crichton-Stuart, Joshua Davidson, Thomas Butler, Carlos Rodriguez Otero
Magnificat & Nunc Dimittis "Collegium Magdalenae Oxoniense": I. MagnificatKenneth Leighton, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, George Herbert, Andrew Nethsingha
Magnificat & Nunc Dimittis "Collegium Magdalenae Oxoniense": II. Nunc DimittisKenneth Leighton, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, George Herbert, Andrew Nethsingha
Magnificat & Nunc Dimittis "Westminster Service": I. MagnificatHerbert Howells, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, George Herbert, Andrew Nethsingha
Magnificat & Nunc Dimittis "Westminster Service": II. Nunc DimittisHerbert Howells, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, George Herbert, Andrew Nethsingha
Magnificat & Nunc Dimittis in F: I. MagnificatGeorge Dyson, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, George Herbert, Andrew Nethsingha, Lucas Nair-Grepinet
Magnificat & Nunc Dimittis in F: II. Nunc DimittisGeorge Dyson, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, George Herbert, Andrew Nethsingha, Alexander Hopkins
Magnificat & Nunc Dimittis in B-Flat: I. MagnificatCharles Villiers Stanford, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, George Herbert, Andrew Nethsingha
Magnificat & Nunc Dimittis in B-Flat: II. Nunc DimittisCharles Villiers Stanford, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, George Herbert, Andrew Nethsingha
Magnificat & Nunc Dimittis in C Major: I. MagnificatBryan Kelly, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, George Herbert, Andrew Nethsingha
Magnificat & Nunc Dimittis in C Major: II. Nunc DimittisBryan Kelly, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, George Herbert, Andrew Nethsingha
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