Experience the grandeur and historic significance of the royal wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton with "The Royal Wedding – The Official Album" by The Choir Of Westminster Abbey. Released on January 1, 2011, this album captures every moment of the ceremony, making it a unique and cherished memento of one of Britain's most anticipated events in modern history.
The album features a blend of traditional and contemporary music, performed by the esteemed Choir Of Westminster Abbey, the London Chamber Orchestra, and the Choir of Her Majesty's Chapel Royal, St. James's Palace. From the majestic fanfares and processional marches to the solemn hymns and readings, each track is a faithful recreation of the ceremony as it unfolded in Westminster Abbey.
Highlights include the stirring "Prelude On Rhosymedre" and the iconic "Jerusalem," as well as the exchange of vows and the blessing, all meticulously recorded to provide an authentic experience of the historic event. The album also features notable works such as "Crown Imperial" and "Symphony No. 5 in F minor, Op. 42 No. 1 for Organ," adding depth and richness to the musical tapestry.
With a duration of one hour and sixteen minutes, this album is a comprehensive and immersive journey through the royal wedding, offering a glimpse into the pomp and ceremony of one of the most significant events in British history. Whether you are a fan of choral music or a history enthusiast, this album is a treasure trove of musical and cultural heritage.
The Arrival Of The Queen And The Duke Of Edinburgh - FanfareTraditional from England, The State Trumpeters Of The Household Calvary, Trumpet Major Grant Sewell-Jones
The Procession Of The Queen - March from The BirdsHubert Parry, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
Prelude On RhosymedreRalph Vaughan Williams, Robert Quinney
The Procession Of The Bride (The Introit) - I Was GladHubert Parry, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, James O'Donnell, The Choir of Her Majesty's Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, Doctor Andrew Grant, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green, Fanfare Team from the Central Band of the Royal Air Force
Hymn - Guide Me, O Thou Great Redeemer (Cwm Rhondda)William Williams, Peter Williams, John Hughes, James O'Donnell, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, The Choir of Her Majesty's Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, Doctor Andrew Grant, Robert Quinney
The Welcome And IntroductionDoctor John Hall
The MarriageDoctor Rowan Williams
The VowsDoctor Rowan Williams
Hymn - Love Divine (Blaenwern)Charles Wesley, William P. Rowlands, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, James O'Donnell, The Choir of Her Majesty's Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, Doctor Andrew Grant, Robert Quinney
The Lesson - Romans 12: 1, 2, 9-18Traditional Publisher, James Middleton
The Anthem - This Is The Day Which The Lord Hath MadeJohn Rutter, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, James O'Donnell, The Choir of Her Majesty's Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, Doctor Andrew Grant, Robert Quinney
The AddressDoctor Richard Richard Chartres KVCO
Ubi CaritasPaul Mealor, Thomas Fetherstonhaugh, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, The Choir of Her Majesty's Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, James O'Donnell
The PrayersTraditional, The Precentor, Doctor Richard Richard Chartres KVCO, Archbishop Of Canterbury
JerusalemHubert Parry, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, James O'Donnell, The Choir of Her Majesty's Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, Doctor Andrew Grant, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
The BlessingTraditional, Doctor Richard Richard Chartres KVCO
The National AnthemAnonymous, Traditional, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, James O'Donnell, The Choir of Her Majesty's Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, Doctor Andrew Grant, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green, Fanfare Team from the Central Band of the Royal Air Force
Blest Pair Of SirensHubert Parry, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, James O'Donnell, The Choir of Her Majesty's Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, Doctor Andrew Grant, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green
Fanfare: Valiant & BraveWing Commander Duncan Stubbs, Fanfare Team from the Central Band of the Royal Air Force
Crown ImperialWilliam Walton, London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green, Fanfare Team from the Central Band of the Royal Air Force
Symphony No. 5 in F minor, Op. 42 No. 1 for Organ: Music After The Service - Toccata From Symphonie VCharles-Marie Widor, Robert Quinney