"Breath of Song," released on July 12, 2021, by Oxford University Press Music, is a captivating collection of ten unaccompanied SATB choral works composed by contemporary women. Compiled and edited by Sarah Quartel, this 28-minute album showcases the diverse talents and artistic visions of female composers in the realm of secular, a cappella music. From the evocative "TaReKiTa" to the serene "Snow is Silent," each piece offers a unique listening experience, highlighting the richness and depth of women's contributions to choral music. The album features a mix of textures and styles, including the hauntingly beautiful "The Arrow and the Song" with its alto solo, and the uplifting "Wake, Love, Wake!" This collection is not just an album; it's a celebration of women's voices in music, a testament to their creativity, and a delight for any choral enthusiast.
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Tracks
TaReKiTa - SATBReena Esmail, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Round me falls the Night - SATBAnnabel Rooney, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Snow is Silent - SATBJenny Mahler, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
My Beloved Spake - SATBBecky McGlade, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Love Letter - SATBSarah Dacey, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
The Arrow and the Song - SSATB with alto soloOxford University Press, Laura Hawley, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
God Be With Us - SATBCecilia McDowall, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
Wake, Love, Wake! - SATBJoan Szymko, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
The Birds' Lullaby - SATBSarah Quartel, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
O ye who taste that love is sweet - SATBEleanor Daley, Oxford University Press, The Oxford Choir, Bob Chilcott
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