MacMillan - Ave maris stella
Genres:
Choral » Anthems & Motets
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Sweet tuning and subtle dynamic distinctions mark James MacMillan’s Ave maris stella, with gleamingly pure-toned contributions from the soprano…Technically the most difficult piece is probably... —
Awards:
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BBC Music Magazine, June 2018, Choral & Song Choice
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Presto Editor's Choice, May 2018
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Gramophone Magazine, July 2018, Editor's Choice
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BBC Music Magazine Awards, 2019, Finalist - Choral
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BBC Music Magazine Awards, 2019, Winner - Choral
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Gramophone Awards, 2019, Finalist - Choral
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Limelight Magazine Recordings of the Year, 2018, Winner - Vocal/Choral
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MacMillan: Tenebrae Responsories
& other choral works
Peter Stevens (organ), Alexander Hopkins (treble)
Westminster Cathedral Choir & London Brass, Martin Baker
MacMillan creates a magnificent effusion of sound, over which the trebles of the Westminster Cathedral Choir soar dramatically...[the Edinburgh Te Deum] is particularly valuable, further attesting... —
Awards:
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Gramophone Magazine, August 2013, Editor's Choice
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An enjoyable, if curious, collection. The abundant riches of choral music by living British composers are mined for the latest album from The Purcell Singers. —
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Whether writing for amateurs or the most virtuosic set of vocal gymnasts, he has the knack of powerfully conveying his musical vision. The Elysian Singers under Sam Laughton comfortably take... —
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The Marian Consort’s performances deliver full value in terms of expressive range and sophistication. Pitch-perfect tuning and immaculately clean ensemble grace the poised accounts of James... —
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Special offer. Truro 125
Celebrating 125 years of music at Truro Cathedral
Ruth Wall (harp) & Luke Bond (organ)
Truro Cathedral Choir, Christopher Gray
one senses that, within a traditional Anglican framework, the cathedral embraces present-day creativity and looks towards music of the future...The Truro Cathedral Choir under the tireless direction... —
