Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of sacred choral music with "The Psalms" by the renowned Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge. Released on September 16, 2022, under Signum Records, this album is a masterful rendition of selected Psalms, offering a profound and uplifting listening experience. Spanning a duration of 51 minutes, the album features 13 tracks, each a meticulously crafted interpretation of the Psalms, showcasing the choir's exceptional vocal prowess and deep spiritual resonance.
The Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, is celebrated for its rich tradition of choral excellence, and this album is no exception. The ensemble's harmonic precision and emotive delivery bring a new depth to these ancient texts, making "The Psalms" a standout addition to any classical music collection. Whether you're a longtime fan of choral music or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises a serene and inspiring journey through some of the most revered passages in religious literature.
(C) 2022 Signum Classics(P) 2022 Signum Records
Tracks
I Will Love Thee, O Lord (Psalm 18)William Hine, Henry John Gauntlett, Glen Dempsey, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, Andrew Nethsingha
The Lord is King (Psalm 99)Percy Whitlock, George Herbert, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, Andrew Nethsingha
Lord, Thou Art Become Gracious (Psalm 85)Alan Stephen Hemmings, Glen Dempsey, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, Andrew Nethsingha
In Jewry is God Known (Psalm 76)Robert James Ashfield, George Herbert, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, Andrew Nethsingha
Why Boastest Thou Thyself, Thou Tyrant (Psalm 52)Charles Hylton Stewart, George Herbert, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, Andrew Nethsingha
O Lord God of My Salvation (Psalm 88)William Prendergast, James Anderson-Besant, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, Andrew Nethsingha
Bring Unto the Lord, O Ye Mighty (Psalm 29)Thomas Attwood, Glen Dempsey, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, Andrew Nethsingha
Why Do the Heathen So Furiously Rage (Psalm 2)Christopher Robinson, Glen Dempsey, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, Andrew Nethsingha
O Lord, Thou Hast Searched (Psalm 139)Highmore Skeats Jr., Glen Dempsey, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, Andrew Nethsingha
O Praise the Lord of Heaven (Psalm 148)Christopher Robinson, Glen Dempsey, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, Andrew Nethsingha
I Will Lift Up Mine Eyes Unto the Hills (Psalm 121)Henry Walford Davies, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, Andrew Nethsingha
I Was Glad When They Said Unto Me (Psalm 122)Ivor Algernon Atkins, James Anderson-Besant, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, Andrew Nethsingha
Unto Thee Lift I Up Mine Eyes (Psalm 123)William Crotch, James Anderson-Besant, Choir of St. John's College, Cambridge, Andrew Nethsingha