Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Ralph Vaughan Williams' choral masterpieces with this captivating album, "Vaughan Williams: An Oxford Elegy etc." Released on January 1, 1999, under Warner Classics, this classical gem spans a duration of 1 hour and 17 minutes, offering a rich and diverse listening experience.
The album opens with the poignant "An Oxford Elegy," a series of movements inspired by Matthew Arnold's poetry, showcasing Vaughan Williams' ability to blend spoken word with choral music. This is followed by the serene and pastoral "Flos Campi," a choral work that draws from the Song of Songs, highlighting the composer's deep connection to nature and spirituality.
The latter half of the album is dedicated to "Sancta Civitas," a grand choral work that paints a vivid picture of the heavenly city, blending Latin texts with Vaughan Williams' signature harmonies. The album concludes with the triumphant "Holy, Holy, Holy," a testament to the composer's enduring faith and musical genius.
Vaughan Williams, a prominent figure in the English musical renaissance, is known for his ability to weave together traditional folk melodies with modern compositional techniques. This album is a testament to his enduring legacy, offering a glimpse into his profound musical vision. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to enchant and inspire.
An Oxford Elegy: (Lento)Ralph Vaughan Williams, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
An Oxford Elegy: Go, for they call you, ShepherdRalph Vaughan Williams, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
An Oxford Elegy: Here will I sit and waitRalph Vaughan Williams, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
An Oxford Elegy: Screen'd is this nookRalph Vaughan Williams, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
An Oxford Elegy: That sweet cityRalph Vaughan Williams, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
An Oxford Elegy: Come, let me readRalph Vaughan Williams, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
An Oxford Elegy: Or in my boat I lieRalph Vaughan Williams, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
An Oxford Elegy: And once, in winterRalph Vaughan Williams, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
An Oxford Elegy: But what - I dream!Ralph Vaughan Williams, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
An Oxford Elegy: No, no, thou hast not feltRalph Vaughan Williams, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
An Oxford Elegy: Runs it not hereRalph Vaughan Williams, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
An Oxford Elegy: Needs must I, with heavy heartRalph Vaughan Williams, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
An Oxford Elegy: Soon will the high Midsummer pompsRalph Vaughan Williams, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
An Oxford Elegy: He hearkens not!Ralph Vaughan Williams, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
An Oxford Elegy: Never moreRalph Vaughan Williams, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
An Oxford Elegy: Yes, thou art gone!Ralph Vaughan Williams, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
An Oxford Elegy: Despair I will notRalph Vaughan Williams, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
An Oxford Elegy: Why faintest thou?Ralph Vaughan Williams, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
Whitsunday Hymn (No. 3 of Three Choral Hymns)Ralph Vaughan Williams, Robin Doveton/King's College Choir, Cambridge/Sir David Willcocks, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
Vaughan Williams: Flos campi: I. Sicut Lilium inter spinasRalph Vaughan Williams, Sir David Willcocks, Cecil Aronowitz, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Jacques Orchestra
Vaughan Williams: Flos campi: II. Jam enim hiems transiitRalph Vaughan Williams, Sir David Willcocks, Cecil Aronowitz, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Jacques Orchestra
Vaughan Williams: Flos campi: III. Quaesivi quem diligit anima meaRalph Vaughan Williams, Sir David Willcocks, Cecil Aronowitz, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Jacques Orchestra
Vaughan Williams: Flos campi: IV. En lectulum SalomonisRalph Vaughan Williams, Sir David Willcocks, Cecil Aronowitz, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Jacques Orchestra
Vaughan Williams: Flos campi: V. Revertere, revertere Sulamitis!Ralph Vaughan Williams, Sir David Willcocks, Cecil Aronowitz, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Jacques Orchestra
Vaughan Williams: Flos campi: VI. Pone me ut signaculumRalph Vaughan Williams, Sir David Willcocks, Cecil Aronowitz, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Jacques Orchestra
Sancta Civitas: I was in the spirit (Lento)Ralph Vaughan Williams, Ian Partridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
Sancta Civitas: And I saw Heaven opened (Allegro)Ralph Vaughan Williams, Ian Partridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
Sancta Civitas: And I saw an angel standing in the sun (Meno mosso)Ralph Vaughan Williams, Ian Partridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
Sancta Civitas: Babylon the great is fallen (Lento)Ralph Vaughan Williams, Ian Partridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
Sancta Civitas: Rejoice over her O Heavens (Allegro moderato)Ralph Vaughan Williams, Ian Partridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
Sancta Civitas: And I saw a new heaven (Adagio)Ralph Vaughan Williams, Ian Partridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
Sancta Civitas: Therefore are they before the throne of God (Poco meno largo)Ralph Vaughan Williams, Ian Partridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
Sancta Civitas: And I saw a pure riverRalph Vaughan Williams, Ian Partridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
Sancta Civitas: Holy, Holy, Holy (Andante sostenuto)Ralph Vaughan Williams, Ian Partridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
Sancta Civitas: Heaven and earth are full of Thy glory (Poco animato)Ralph Vaughan Williams, Ian Partridge, Sir David Willcocks, Jacques Orchestra [1]-[18], [20]-[25], London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Orchestra [26]-[35]
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