Experience the timeless beauty of sacred hymns with "Praise to the Lord: Hymn Favourites from St Paul’s Cathedral" by the renowned St. Paul's Cathedral Choir. Released in 1999 under the Hyperion label, this album is a collection of sixteen beloved hymns from The New English Hymnal, meticulously performed by one of the world's most esteemed choirs. Under the direction of conductor John Scott and accompanied by the skilled organist Christopher Dearnley, this recording captures the essence of traditional choral music with a sense of reverence and precision.
The album features a mix of well-known hymns, including "Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven," "O Worship the King," and "Praise to the Lord, the Almighty," each enhanced by descants that add a touch of elegance and depth. The choir's rich harmonies and clear diction bring a sense of tranquility and spiritual uplift to each track, making this album a perfect companion for moments of reflection and worship. With a duration of 52 minutes, "Praise to the Lord" offers a serene and uplifting listening experience, ideal for both personal devotion and communal worship.
Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven (Descant: Tysoe)John Goss, English Brass Ensemble, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Christopher Dearnley
O Worship the King (Hanover; Descant: Scott)William Croft, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Christopher Dearnley
There Is a Green Hill Far Away (Horsley; Descant: Scott)William Horsley, Geoffrey Shaw, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Christopher Dearnley
Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise (St Denio; Descant: Scott)John Roberts, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Christopher Dearnley
O for a Closer Walk with God (Caithness)Anonymous, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Christopher Dearnley
Praise to the Lord, the Almighty (Descant: Scott)Anonymous, English Brass Ensemble, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Christopher Dearnley
Faithful Shepherd, Lead MeFriedrich Silcher, Maurice Bevan, Paul Chapman, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Christopher Dearnley
Praise to the Holiest in the Height (Chorus angelorum)Arthur Somervell, Philip Salmon, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Christopher Dearnley
Sun of My Soul, Thou Saviour DearHerbert Stanley Oakeley, Nigel Beavan, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Christopher Dearnley
Ye Holy Angels Bright (Darwall's 148th; Descant: Scott)John Darwall, English Brass Ensemble, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Christopher Dearnley
He Who Would Valiant Be (Monks Gate)Ralph Vaughan Williams, Anonymous, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Christopher Dearnley
Angel-Voices Ever SingingEdwin George Monk, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Christopher Dearnley
The Day Thou Gavest, Lord, Is Ended (St Clement; Descant: Scott)Clement Cotterill Scholefield, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Christopher Dearnley
Dear Lord and Father of Mankind (Repton: Descant: Scott)Hubert Parry, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Christopher Dearnley
Lord Jesus, Think on Me (St Paul's)John Stainer, Jeremy Holland-Smith, Timothy Jones, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Christopher Dearnley
Now Thank We All Our God (Descant: Scott)Felix Mendelssohn, English Brass Ensemble, St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, John Scott, Christopher Dearnley