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A Song in Season, a collection of 12 choral anthems by John Rutter, will be a must-have for the composer's fans not only for the warm, enthusiastic performances by his own ensemble, the Cambridge Singers, but because nine of the selections are recorded here for the first time. The anthems, on a variety of themes, have texts from the Hebrew and Christian bibles, Medieval and Renaissance writers, and the composer himself. This collection is drawn from Rutter's most upbeat, cheerful works (which certainly constitute the vast majority of his output). In their mood of tender affirmation, their surging melodies, their refulgent harmonies, and their frequent modulations, these pieces have much in common with the traditional late 20th century Broadway ballad. There are several exceptions; Veni Sancti Spiritus is more subdued, in the tradition of early 20th century English anthems, and the a cappella The King of Blis has refreshingly perky tartness and rhythmic variety. The Cambridge Singers are a disciplined group, with a sweet, nicely blended sound and obvious affection for the material. The composer leads the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in heartfelt accompaniment. The sound is excellent: clean, warm, and spacious.
© TiVo
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Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Rutter, Composer, Conductor, MainArtist - Bible, Lyricist - John Birch, MainArtist, AssociatedPerformer - The Cambridge Singers, Choir, MainArtist - Oxford University Press, MusicPublisher
2012 Collegium 2012 (P) Collegium
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Rutter, Composer, Lyricist, Conductor, MainArtist - The Cambridge Singers, Choir, MainArtist - Oxford University Press, MusicPublisher
2012 Collegium 2012 (P) Collegium
City Of London Sinfonia, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Rutter, Composer, Conductor, MainArtist - Bible, Lyricist - The Cambridge Singers, Choir, MainArtist - Oxford University Press, MusicPublisher
2012 Collegium 2012 (P) Collegium
Gabriel Crouch, MainArtist, AssociatedPerformer - Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Rutter, Composer, Lyricist, Conductor, MainArtist - The Cambridge Singers, Choir, MainArtist - Oxford University Press, MusicPublisher - Tim Gill, MainArtist, AssociatedPerformer
2012 Collegium 2012 (P) Collegium
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Rutter, Composer, Conductor, MainArtist - Bible, Lyricist - The Cambridge Singers, Choir, MainArtist - Leila Ward, MainArtist, AssociatedPerformer - Oxford University Press, MusicPublisher
2012 Collegium 2012 (P) Collegium
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Rutter, Composer, Conductor, MainArtist - Grace Davidson, MainArtist, AssociatedPerformer - John Birch, MainArtist, AssociatedPerformer - The Cambridge Singers, Choir, MainArtist - Edmund Spenser, Lyricist - Oxford University Press, MusicPublisher - Saint John Damascene, Lyricist
2012 Collegium 2012 (P) Collegium
City Of London Sinfonia, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Rutter, Composer, Lyricist, Conductor, MainArtist - The Cambridge Singers, Choir, MainArtist - Oxford University Press, MusicPublisher
2012 Collegium 2004 (P) Collegium
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Rutter, Composer, Conductor, MainArtist - The Cambridge Singers, Choir, MainArtist - Oxford University Press, MusicPublisher
2012 Collegium 2012 (P) Collegium
John Rutter, Composer, Conductor, MainArtist - Bible, Lyricist - John Birch, MainArtist, AssociatedPerformer - The Cambridge Singers, Choir, MainArtist - Oxford University Press, MusicPublisher - Brian Thomson, MainArtist, AssociatedPerformer
2012 Collegium 2012 (P) Collegium
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Rutter, Composer, Conductor, MainArtist - Bible, Lyricist - The Cambridge Singers, Choir, MainArtist - Oxford University Press, MusicPublisher
2012 Collegium 2012 (P) Collegium
John Rutter, Composer, Conductor, MainArtist - The Cambridge Singers, Choir, MainArtist - Oxford University Press, MusicPublisher - James Ryman, Lyricist
2012 Collegium 2012 (P) Collegium
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Rutter, Composer, Conductor, MainArtist - John Birch, MainArtist, AssociatedPerformer - The Cambridge Singers, Choir, MainArtist - Oxford University Press, MusicPublisher
2012 Collegium 2012 (P) Collegium
Album review
A Song in Season, a collection of 12 choral anthems by John Rutter, will be a must-have for the composer's fans not only for the warm, enthusiastic performances by his own ensemble, the Cambridge Singers, but because nine of the selections are recorded here for the first time. The anthems, on a variety of themes, have texts from the Hebrew and Christian bibles, Medieval and Renaissance writers, and the composer himself. This collection is drawn from Rutter's most upbeat, cheerful works (which certainly constitute the vast majority of his output). In their mood of tender affirmation, their surging melodies, their refulgent harmonies, and their frequent modulations, these pieces have much in common with the traditional late 20th century Broadway ballad. There are several exceptions; Veni Sancti Spiritus is more subdued, in the tradition of early 20th century English anthems, and the a cappella The King of Blis has refreshingly perky tartness and rhythmic variety. The Cambridge Singers are a disciplined group, with a sweet, nicely blended sound and obvious affection for the material. The composer leads the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in heartfelt accompaniment. The sound is excellent: clean, warm, and spacious.
© TiVo
About the album
- 1 disc(s) - 12 track(s)
- Total length: 01:16:58
- 1 Digital booklet
- Main artists: John Rutter The Cambridge Singers Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
- Composer: John Rutter
- Label: Collegium
- Genre: Classical Vocal Music (Secular and Sacred) Choral Music (Choirs)
2012 Collegium 2012 (P) Collegium
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