Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of choral music with Oxford University Press Music's "Sacred & Christmas Choral Music 2022." This captivating collection, released on April 22, 2022, offers a diverse array of sacred and Christmas-themed pieces, each showcasing the exquisite blend of SATB (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass) vocal harmonies. The album spans a duration of 52 minutes, featuring both unaccompanied works and pieces accompanied by organ or orchestra, providing a rich and varied listening experience.
The tracklist includes beloved classics such as "O little town of Bethlehem" and "O magnum mysterium," as well as lesser-known gems like "Blake's Lullaby" and "Density of Light." The album also features selections from the "Missa Brevis," including the "Kyrie" and "Sanctus and Benedictus," offering a glimpse into the sacred liturgical tradition. The inclusion of pieces with vocal divisions and treble solos adds depth and complexity to the choral arrangements, highlighting the versatility and skill of the performers.
Oxford University Press Music has curated this collection to celebrate the beauty and diversity of choral music, making it a perfect addition to any music lover's library. Whether you're a fan of traditional Christmas carols or contemporary choral works, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
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Tracks
Was I the Lamb - SATB unaccompaniedJohn Rutter, Marc Bratcher, Benjamin Nicholas, Choir of Merton College, Oxford
O little town of Bethlehem - SATB unaccompaniedBecky McGlade, The Oxford Choir, Ben Parry
There is no rose - SATB (with divisions) unaccompaniedCecilia McDowall, The Oxford Choir, Ben Parry
Blake's Lullaby - SATB & organJohn Rutter, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Ben Parry
O magnum mysterium - Treble solo & SATB unaccompaniedJames Whitbourn, The Oxford Choir, Ben Parry
Light Triumphant Breaks - SATB & organDavid Bednall, John Brownlie, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Ben Parry
Cantate Domino - SATB (with divisions) unaccompaniedTimothy Brown, The Oxford Choir, Ben Parry
Make a joyful noise - SATB & organAlan Bullard, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Ben Parry
The Call - SATB & organ/orchestraMack Wilberg, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Ben Parry
Density of Light - SATB & organSarah Quartel, Thomas Troeger, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Ben Parry
Kyrie (from 'Missa Brevis') - SATB & organJohn Rutter, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Ben Parry
Sanctus and Benedictus (from 'Missa Brevis') - SATB & organJohn Rutter, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Ben Parry
Most glorious Lord of life - SATB & organFrancis Jackson, The Oxford Choir, Richard Pearce, Ben Parry
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