Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of sacred choral music with Samuel Sebastian Wesley's "Samuel Sebastian Wesley: Sacred Choral Music." Released on May 24, 2024, this album is a testament to Wesley's enduring legacy as a master of choral composition. The album features a stunning collection of 23 tracks, each showcasing Wesley's profound ability to blend sacred text with sublime melody. The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, conducted by Toby Ward and accompanied by Richard Gowers, delivers a performance that is both technically impeccable and deeply moving. The album spans a total of 74 minutes, offering a comprehensive journey through Wesley's sacred choral works.
Highlights include the powerful "Blessed be the God and Father," the uplifting "O Give Thanks unto the Lord," and the intricate "Let us Lift up our Heart," a multi-part work that demonstrates Wesley's skill in creating complex, yet harmonious, choral textures. The album also features the majestic "Communion Service in E Major," a four-part work that is a cornerstone of Wesley's repertoire. Each track is a testament to Wesley's ability to evoke a sense of reverence and awe, making this album a must-listen for anyone with a love for sacred choral music.
Recorded with meticulous attention to detail, the album is a showcase of the finest in choral singing, with the Choir of Holy Sepulchre's voices blending seamlessly to create a sound that is both powerful and ethereal. The album's release on Delphian Records ensures a high standard of production, with clear, crisp sound quality that allows every nuance of the performance to shine through. Whether you are a seasoned fan of choral music or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
(C) 2024 Delphian Records(P) 2024 Delphian Records
Tracks
Blessed be the God and FatherSamuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers, Hilary Cronin
O Give Thanks unto the LordSamuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers, Hilary Cronin, Eve McGrath, Amy Blythe, Oscar Golden Lee, Gavin Cranmer-Moralee
O Thou who Camest from Above (‘Hereford’)Samuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers
Let us Lift up our Heart: I. Let us Lift up our HeartSamuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers
Let us Lift up our Heart: II. Be not very Sore, O LordSamuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers, Hilary Cronin, Eve McGrath, Elizabeth Paul, Oscar Golden Lee, Gavin Cranmer-Moralee
Let us Lift up our Heart: III. Thou, O Lord GodSamuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers, Gavin Cranmer-Moralee
Let us Lift up our Heart: IV. Thou Judge of Quick and DeadSamuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers
Let us Lift up our Heart: V. O may we thus EnsureSamuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers
Wash me ThroughlySamuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers, Hilary Cronin
The Wilderness: I. The WildernessSamuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers, Eve McGrath, Elizabeth Paul, Daniel Thomson, Gavin Cranmer-Moralee
The Wilderness: II. Say to Them of Fearful HeartSamuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers, Gavin Cranmer-Moralee
The Wilderness: III. Then Shall the Lame Man LeapSamuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers, Daniel Thomson
The Wilderness: IV. For in the WildernessSamuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers, Eve McGrath, Elizabeth Paul, Daniel Thomson, Gavin Cranmer-Moralee
The Wilderness: V. And a Highway Shall be ThereSamuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers
The Wilderness: VI. And the Ransomed of the LordSamuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers
The Wilderness: VII. And Sorrow and SighingSamuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers, Eve McGrath, Elizabeth Paul, Daniel Thomson, Gavin Cranmer-Moralee
Psalm 142Samuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers
Communion Service in E Major, Credo: I. I Believe in one GodSamuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers, Gavin Cranmer-Moralee
Communion Service in E Major, Credo: II. Who for us MenSamuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers, Hilary Cronin
Communion Service in E Major, Credo: III. And the Third DaySamuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers
Communion Service in E Major, Credo: IV. And I Believe in the Holy GhostSamuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers
O God, Whose Nature and PropertySamuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers
All People That on Earth do Dwell (‘The Hundredth Psalm’)Samuel Sebastian Wesley, The Choir of Holy Sepulchre, The National Musician's Church, Toby Ward, Richard Gowers
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