Darius Battiwalla - Anthems Hymns & Gloria (CD)

Details: John Rutter, Britain's most successful contemporary choral composer, has written most of his sacred music to commission, and for use in church services. Composed for his first American tour, Gloria was also his first great international success, combining an ethereal quality with moments of exhilaration. Two other popular works are also represented: Pie Jesu from the Requiem, and This is the Day, composed for the wedding of HRH Prince William and Kate Middleton in 2011. John Rutter's music is eclectic and shows influences of the French and English choral traditions of the early 20th century as well as influences from light music and American classic songwriting. Almost every choral anthem and hymn has an orchestral accompaniment in a more colourful form in addition to the standard organ or piano accompaniment. This new release coincides with the composer's 75th birthday in24 September 2020 - a perfect moment to celebrate one of Britain's most successful and internationally well-known composers of choral music.

Tracklist:

1. 2 Hymns of Praise (Arr. L. Vertommen for Brass Band)
2. No. 1. Now Thank We All Our God
3. No. 2. All Creatures of Our God and King
4. A Clare Benedicton (Arr. L. Vertommen for Brass Band)
5. What Sweeter Music (Arr. L. Vertommen for Brass Band)
6. Requiem: Pie Jesu (Arr. L. Vertommen for Brass Band)
7. As the Bridegroom to His Chosen (Arr. L. Vertommen for Brass Band)
8. Go Forth Into the World in Peace (Arr. L. Vertommen for Brass Band)
9. Distant Land (A Prayer for Freedom) (Arr. L. Vertommen for Brass Band)
10. The Lord Bless You and Keep You (Arr. L. Vertommen for Brass Band)
11. Things Bright and Beautiful (Arr. L. Vertommen for Brass Band)
12. The Beauty of the Earth (Arr. L. Vertommen for Brass Band)
13. This Is the Day (Arr. L. Vertommen for Brass Band)
14. Gloria (Arr. L. Vertommen for Choir and Brass Band)
15. I. Allegro Vivace
16. II. Andante
17. III. Vivace E Ritmico