Experience the grandeur and solemnity of a royal ceremony with "The Royal Wedding – The Official Album" by The Choir Of Westminster Abbey. Released on January 1, 2011, this choral masterpiece captures the essence of a historic event, offering a unique blend of traditional hymns, anthems, and orchestral pieces that resonate with both reverence and joy.
The album, featuring 21 tracks, spans a duration of 52 minutes, providing a comprehensive musical journey through the various stages of a royal wedding. From the majestic fanfares and processional marches that mark the arrival of the royal figures to the intimate hymns and readings that accompany the ceremony, each piece is performed with the precision and elegance characteristic of The Choir Of Westminster Abbey.
Highlights include the stirring "Prelude On Rhosymedre," the triumphant "Crown Imperial," and the iconic "Jerusalem," all of which showcase the choir's exceptional vocal prowess. The album also features contributions from renowned composers and musicians, ensuring a rich and diverse musical experience.
Whether you are a fan of choral music, a history enthusiast, or simply appreciate the beauty of ceremonial music, "The Royal Wedding – The Official Album" is a timeless collection that celebrates the grandeur of royal traditions. This album is a testament to the enduring power of music to elevate and inspire, making it a cherished addition to any music collection.
The Arrival Of The Queen And The Duke Of Edinburgh - FanfareTraditional from England, The State Trumpeters Of The Household Calvary, Trumpet Major Grant Sewell-Jones
The Procession Of The Queen - March from The BirdsHubert Parry, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
Prelude On RhosymedreRalph Vaughan Williams, Robert Quinney
The Procession Of The Bride (The Introit) - I Was GladHubert Parry, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, James O'Donnell, The Choir of Her Majesty's Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, Doctor Andrew Grant, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green, Fanfare Team from the Central Band of the Royal Air Force
Hymn - Guide Me, O Thou Great Redeemer (Cwm Rhondda)William Williams, Peter Williams, John Hughes, James O'Donnell, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, The Choir of Her Majesty's Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, Doctor Andrew Grant, Robert Quinney
The Welcome And IntroductionDoctor John Hall
The MarriageDoctor Rowan Williams
The VowsDoctor Rowan Williams
Hymn - Love Divine (Blaenwern)Charles Wesley, William P. Rowlands, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, James O'Donnell, The Choir of Her Majesty's Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, Doctor Andrew Grant, Robert Quinney
The Lesson - Romans 12: 1, 2, 9-18Traditional Publisher, James Middleton
The Anthem - This Is The Day Which The Lord Hath MadeJohn Rutter, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, James O'Donnell, The Choir of Her Majesty's Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, Doctor Andrew Grant, Robert Quinney
The AddressDoctor Richard Richard Chartres KVCO
Ubi CaritasPaul Mealor, Thomas Fetherstonhaugh, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, The Choir of Her Majesty's Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, James O'Donnell
The PrayersTraditional, The Precentor, Doctor Richard Richard Chartres KVCO, Archbishop Of Canterbury
JerusalemHubert Parry, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, James O'Donnell, The Choir of Her Majesty's Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, Doctor Andrew Grant, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
The BlessingTraditional, Doctor Richard Richard Chartres KVCO
The National AnthemAnonymous, Traditional, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, James O'Donnell, The Choir of Her Majesty's Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, Doctor Andrew Grant, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green, Fanfare Team from the Central Band of the Royal Air Force
Blest Pair Of SirensHubert Parry, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, James O'Donnell, The Choir of Her Majesty's Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, Doctor Andrew Grant, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
Fanfare: Valiant & BraveWing Commander Duncan Stubbs, Fanfare Team from the Central Band of the Royal Air Force
Crown ImperialWilliam Walton, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green, Fanfare Team from the Central Band of the Royal Air Force
Symphony No. 5 in F minor, Op. 42 No. 1 for Organ: Music After The Service - Toccata From Symphonie VCharles-Marie Widor, Robert Quinney