Immerse yourself in the sacred and serene world of choral music with "The Virgin Mary's Journey" by the renowned Salisbury Cathedral Choir. Released on June 15, 2010, under the esteemed Griffin Records label, this album is a testament to the choir's exceptional artistry and the rich tradition of choral music.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 3 minutes, this album is a collection of timeless pieces that celebrate the life and virtues of the Virgin Mary. The tracklist features a diverse array of compositions, including motets, antiphons, and organ works, each meticulously performed by the Salisbury Cathedral Choir. Notable pieces include "Ave Maria," "Stabat Mater," and "Magnificat in G," which showcase the choir's ability to convey deep spiritual reverence and emotional depth.
The album's genres are firmly rooted in choral music, offering a harmonious blend of traditional and contemporary styles. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of choral music or a newcomer looking to explore its beauty, "The Virgin Mary's Journey" promises an enriching and uplifting listening experience. The Salisbury Cathedral Choir's impeccable vocals and the intricate arrangements of the pieces make this album a true gem in the world of sacred music.
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Tracks
A Spotless Rose, for chorusHerbert Howells, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Motets (4), Op. 9Marcel Dupré, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Ave Maria, for organ, Op. 80/5Max Reger, Daniel Cook (organ)
Magnificat in GCharles Villiers Stanford, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Motets pour le temps de NoëlFrancis Poulenc, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Prayer for a new mother, for choirRichard Shephard, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls, Simon Jacobs (organ)
Gaudeamus in loci pace, for organJames MacMillan, Daniel Cook (organ)
When to the temple Mary went, motet for choirJohannes Eccard, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Tribus miraculis, motet for 4 voices (Motectorum pro festis totius anni cum Communi Sanctorum)Luca Marenzio, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
O vos omnesPablo Casals, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Stabat MaterGiovanni Pergolesi, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Ave Maria, ave maris stellaJean Langlais, Daniel Cook (organ)
Marian AntiphonsGregorian Chant, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Salve Regina, motetPeter Philips, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Ave, dulcissima Maria, motet for 5 voices, W. 8/17Carlo Gesualdo, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Latin Motets (3), for 5 voices, Op. 83/1Lennox Berkeley, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls
Ave Regina Caelorum, antiphon for 5 voicesPeter Philips, Salisbury Cathedral Choir, David Halls