Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of sacred music with John Ireland's "Ireland: Church Music," released on December 4, 2012, under the esteemed Naxos label. This captivating collection spans a little over an hour and sixteen minutes, offering a profound exploration of Ireland's compositions for the church. The album features a diverse array of works, including the majestic "Te Deum in F Major," the serene "Benedictus in F Major," and the comprehensive "Communion Service in C Major," which encompasses several movements such as "Kyrie," "Credo," and "Sanctus." Additionally, you'll find the reflective "My Song Is Love Unknown," the evocative "Elegiac Romance," and the triumphant "Christ the Lord Is Risen Today." The album also includes lesser-known gems like "Sampford," "Adam Lay Ybounden," and "New Prince, New Pomp," showcasing Ireland's versatility and depth. Whether you're a longtime admirer of John Ireland's work or a newcomer to his compositions, this album promises a deeply moving and spiritually uplifting experience.
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Tracks
Te Deum in F MajorJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Charles Harrison, Aric Prentice
Benedictus in F MajorJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Charles Harrison, Aric Prentice
Communion Service in C Major: KyrieJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Charles Harrison, Aric Prentice
Communion Service in C Major: CredoJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Charles Harrison, Aric Prentice
Communion Service in C Major: SanctusJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Charles Harrison, Aric Prentice
Communion Service in C Major: Benedictus qui venitJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Charles Harrison, Aric Prentice
Communion Service in C Major: Agnus DeiJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Charles Harrison, Aric Prentice
Communion Service in C Major: Pater nosterJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Charles Harrison, Aric Prentice
Communion Service in C Major: Gloria in excelsisJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Charles Harrison, Aric Prentice
My song Is love unknownJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Charles Harrison, Aric Prentice
Elegiac RomanceJohn Ireland, Charles Harrison
Evening Service in C Major: MagnificatJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Charles Harrison, Aric Prentice
Evening Service in C Major: Nunc dimittisJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Charles Harrison, Aric Prentice
Christ the Lord Is risen today, "Sampford"John Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Charles Harrison, Aric Prentice
Adam lay yboundenJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Aric Prentice
New Prince, New PompJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Aric Prentice
4 Preludes, No. 3. The Holy Boy: 4 Preludes: No. 3, The Holy Boy (version for chorus) [Version for chorus]John Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Aric Prentice
A New Year CarolJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Aric Prentice
Greater love hath no manJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Charles Harrison, Aric Prentice
EastergateJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Charles Harrison, Aric Prentice
Ex ore innocentiumJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Charles Harrison, Aric Prentice
CapriccioJohn Ireland, Charles Harrison
Island PraiseJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Charles Harrison, Aric Prentice
Evening Service in F Major: MagnificatJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Charles Harrison, Aric Prentice
Evening Service in F Major: Nunc dimittisJohn Ireland, Lincoln Cathedral Choir, Charles Harrison, Aric Prentice