Immerse yourself in the celestial harmonies of the Salisbury Cathedral Choir with their 2010 release, "The Virgin Mary's Journey." This exquisite collection of choral works is a tribute to the Virgin Mary, featuring a blend of traditional and contemporary pieces that showcase the choir's exceptional skill and the resonant acoustics of Salisbury Cathedral.
The album spans a diverse range of compositions, from the serene "A Spotless Rose" to the powerful "Stabat Mater" by Giovanni Battista Pergolesi. The Salisbury Cathedral Choir, under the direction of David Halls, is joined by organists Daniel Cook and Simon Jacobs, adding depth and richness to the performances. The choir's precise phrasing and dynamic control bring a profound sense of reverence and beauty to each piece.
"The Virgin Mary's Journey" is a testament to the enduring power of choral music, offering a spiritual and musical experience that is both uplifting and contemplative. Whether you're a devotee of choral music or simply seeking a moment of tranquility, this album is a must-listen. The 17 tracks, totaling just over an hour, provide a comprehensive journey through the musical celebrations of the Virgin Mary, making it a valuable addition to any music lover's collection.
2010 Griffin Records2010 Griffin Records
Tracks
A Spotless Rose, for chorusHerbert Howells, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Motets (4), Op. 9Marcel Dupré, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Ave Maria, for organ, Op. 80/5Max Reger, Daniel Cook (organ)
Magnificat in GCharles Villiers Stanford, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Motets pour le temps de NoëlFrancis Poulenc, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Prayer for a new mother, for choirRichard Shephard, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls, Simon Jacobs (organ)
Gaudeamus in loci pace, for organJames MacMillan, Daniel Cook (organ)
When to the temple Mary went, motet for choirJohannes Eccard, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Tribus miraculis, motet for 4 voices (Motectorum pro festis totius anni cum Communi Sanctorum)Luca Marenzio, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
O vos omnesPablo Casals, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Stabat MaterGiovanni Pergolesi, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Ave Maria, ave maris stellaJean Langlais, Daniel Cook (organ)
Marian AntiphonsGregorian Chant, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Salve Regina, motetPeter Philips, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Ave, dulcissima Maria, motet for 5 voices, W. 8/17Carlo Gesualdo, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Latin Motets (3), for 5 voices, Op. 83/1Lennox Berkeley, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Ave Regina Caelorum, antiphon for 5 voicesPeter Philips, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
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