Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of choral and organ music with Herbert Howells' "Howells: Choral And Organ Music." Released on January 1, 2005, under CRD Records, this album is a testament to Howells' mastery of the choral genre, offering a rich and diverse collection of sacred and secular works. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 7 minutes, the album features a sequence of evocative pieces, including "A Sequence for St. Michael," "De La Mare's Pavane," and "A Hymn for St. Cecilia," each showcasing Howells' distinctive compositional style and deep musical insight. The album also includes the magnificent "New College Service," comprising the "Magnificat" and "Nunc Dimittis," which are staples of the choral repertoire. Howells' ability to blend traditional forms with modern sensibilities is evident throughout, making this album a captivating exploration of his musical legacy.
(C) 2005 CRD Records Ltd.
Tracks
A Sequence for St. MichaelHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell, Andrew Tusa, James Malia
De La Mare's PavaneHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
A Hymn for St. CeciliaHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
Walton's ToyeHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
House of the MindHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
Flourish for a BiddingHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
Magnificat - New College ServiceHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
Nunc Dimittis - New College ServiceHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
St Louis Come to CliftonHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
O Pray for the Peace of JerusalemHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
Jacob's BrawlHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell
King of GloryHerbert Howells, Edward Higginbottom, Choir of New College, Oxford, David Burchell, Philip Cave, James Malia
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