Composed by Charles Ives
Performed by BBC Philharmonic Orchestra Conducted by Harry Christophers
2. Symphony of Psalms, for chorus & orchestra
Composed by Igor Stravinsky
Performed by BBC Philharmonic Orchestra Conducted by Harry Christophers
3. Negro Spirituals (5) (from "A Child of Our Time"), for chorus Steal Away
Composed by Michael Tippett
Performed by BBC Philharmonic Orchestra Conducted by Harry Christophers
4. Negro Spirituals (5) (from "A Child of Our Time"), for chorus Nobody Knows
Composed by Michael Tippett
Performed by BBC Philharmonic Orchestra Conducted by Harry Christophers
5. Negro Spirituals (5) (from "A Child of Our Time"), for chorus Go down, Moses
Composed by Michael Tippett
Performed by BBC Philharmonic Orchestra Conducted by Harry Christophers
6. Negro Spirituals (5) (from "A Child of Our Time"), for chorus By and By
Composed by Michael Tippett
Performed by BBC Philharmonic Orchestra Conducted by Harry Christophers
7. Negro Spirituals (5) (from "A Child of Our Time"), for chorus Deep River
Composed by Michael Tippett
Performed by BBC Philharmonic Orchestra Conducted by Harry Christophers
8. Sept répons des ténèbres, for child soprano, men's & children's choruses & orchestra, FP 181
Composed by Francis Poulenc
Performed by BBC Philharmonic Orchestra Conducted by Harry Christophers
Product Description
Amazon.com
Taking its title from Stravinsky's inscription on his Symphony of Psalms, this recording offers exemplary performances of some of the 20th century's most important choral works--all of which have "an American connection" and a sacred theme. Leading off the program is an instrumental work, Charles Ives's The Unanswered Question: a strange choice, perhaps, but one that effectively sets the tone, much as an organ prelude prior to a church service. While Stravinsky's masterpiece was not intended as a church work, its powerful texts and inspired choral and orchestral writing place it entirely in the spiritual realm. Harry Christophers and his forces deliver a performance memorable for its unfaltering momentum and sonic impact. It's also a rare treat to hear such fine performances of the five spirituals from Michael Tippett's A Child of Our Time and such stylish renditions of Poulenc's Sept Repons. --David Vernier
Taking its title from Stravinsky's inscription on his Symphony of Psalms, this recording offers exemplary performances of some of the 20th century's most important choral works--all of which have "an American connection" and a sacred theme. Leading off the program is an instrumental work, Charles Ives's The Unanswered Question: a strange choice, perhaps, but one that effectively sets the tone, much as an organ prelude prior to a church service. While Stravinsky's masterpiece was not intended as a church work, its powerful texts and inspired choral and orchestral writing place it entirely in the spiritual realm. Harry Christophers and his forces deliver a performance memorable for its unfaltering momentum and sonic impact. It's also a rare treat to hear such fine performances of the five spirituals from Michael Tippett's A Child of Our Time and such stylish renditions of Poulenc's Sept Repons. --David Vernier
Gloire De Dieu - Choral Works by Stravinksy: Symphony of Psalms / Tippett: Five Negro Spirituals / Poulenc: Seven Tenebres Responses FP 181 / Ives: The Unanswered Questions,Igor Stravinsky,The Sixteen,Harry Christophers,Bbcp,Sir Michael Tippett,Francis Poulenc,Collins Classics,Classical,Classical Music
Track Listings:
- Great Britain Quartets [Box set]
- Handel: Esther (1718 Version) / Argenta, Padmore, George, Randle, Christophers
- Handel - Samson / Dawson · L. Russell · Wyn-Rogers · Padmore · Randle · Matthew Vine · Jonathan Best · Michael George · The Sixteen · Christophers
- Henry Purcell & His Time
- Hugh Wood: Piano Concerto, Op. 31 - Joanna MacGregor
- In Celebration Of Christmas
- Italian Song V3
- Job
- K!L!A!V! - Music for Keyboard Instruments
- Le Jeune France
Track Listings
Perti: Lamentations: Liturgy for Good Friday
Montreux 77 [Import] [Limited Edition] [Original recording remastered]
Music: August and Everything After [Gold CD]
One More Chance [CD-single] [Import]
Petrushka Barlaque in 4 Scenes / Peter & The Wolf
Oldies But Goodies: 250 Legendary Hits [Box set]
Original Heavy Metal Album [Import]