"On This Shining Night" is a captivating exploration of 20th-century vocal music, showcasing the exquisite blend of voice and string quartet. Released on June 17, 2022, by SOMM Recordings, this album features the renowned baritone Roderick Williams, accompanied by the Coull Quartet, alongside soprano Sophie Bevan and tenor James Gilchrist. The collection spans a diverse range of compositions, including works by Samuel Barber, whose hauntingly beautiful "Dover Beach" and the title track "Sure on This Shining Night" are highlights. The album also includes six world premiere recordings, offering a fresh perspective on the genre. With a total runtime of 1 hour and 5 minutes, this recital is a testament to the enduring power of choral music, beautifully arranged and performed by some of the most distinguished artists in the classical music scene.
(C) 2022 SOMM Recordings(P) 2022 SOMM Recordings
Tracks
Peterisms, Set 1 (Excerpts Arr. for Voice & Strings): No. 1, ChopcherryPeter Warlock, James Gilchrist, Coull Quartet
Corpus Christi (1927 Version)Peter Warlock, Roderick Williams, Sophie Bevan, Coull Quartet
The Fairest MayPeter Warlock, James Gilchrist, Coull Quartet
Mourn No Moe (Arr. for Voice & Strings)Peter Warlock, Roderick Williams, Coull Quartet
Peterisms, Set 1 (Excerpts Arr. for Voice & Strings): No. 2, A Sad SongPeter Warlock, Sophie Bevan, Coull Quartet
My Gostly Fader (Arr. for Voice & Strings)Peter Warlock, Roderick Williams, Coull Quartet
My Lady Is a Pretty OnePeter Warlock, James Gilchrist, Coull Quartet
My Little Sweet DarlingPeter Warlock, Sophie Bevan, Coull Quartet
Sorrow's LullabyPeter Warlock, Sophie Bevan, James Gilchrist, Coull Quartet
Take, O Take Those Lips Away (Arr. for Voice & Strings)Peter Warlock, Roderick Williams, Coull Quartet
Dover Beach, Op. 3Samuel Barber, Roderick Williams, Coull Quartet
3 Songs, Op. 10: No. 2, Sleep Now (Arr. R. William for Voice & Strings)Samuel Barber, Roderick Williams, Coull Quartet
4 Songs, Op. 13: No. 3, Sure on This Shining Night (Arr. R. William for Voice & Strings)Samuel Barber, Roderick Williams, Coull Quartet
Tree Carols: No. 1, The Miracle TreeSally Beamish, Roderick Williams, Coull Quartet
Tree Carols: No. 2, The Trees Are TroubledSally Beamish, Roderick Williams, Coull Quartet
Tree Carols: No. 3, VigilSally Beamish, Roderick Williams, Coull Quartet
Tree Carols: No. 4, The Tree Is a Changing SkySally Beamish, Roderick Williams, Coull Quartet
Tree Carols: No. 5, Bushes and BriarsSally Beamish, Roderick Williams, Coull Quartet
I-Brasil, RT V/28 (Arr. R. William for Voice & Strings)Frederick Delius, Roderick Williams, Coull Quartet
7 Songs from the Norwegian, RT V/9 (Excerpts Arr. R. William for Voice & Strings): No. 1, Twilight Fancies [Sung in English]Frederick Delius, Roderick Williams, Coull Quartet
7 Songs from the Norwegian, RT V/9 (Excerpts Arr. R. William for Voice & Strings): No. 2, Sweet Venevil [Sung in English]Frederick Delius, Roderick Williams, Coull Quartet
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