The John Rutter Collection
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Binding : Audio CD
EAN : 0028947262220
Label : Universal Classics
Manufacturer : Universal Classics
Publisher : Universal Classics
Release date : 2002-10-21
Title : The John Rutter Collection
Original release date : 2002-10-21
Studio : Universal Classics
MPN : 472622
Number of discs : 1
Editorial reviews
Amazon.co.uk ReviewThe John Rutter Collection brings together 22 pieces by one of the most popular choral composers of our time, compiled from several discs already released on the Collegium Label. All performed by The Cambridge Singers, the choir which Rutter founded back in 1981, the tracks range from the joyous "Shepherd's pipe carol" of 1966 to the 1995 setting of Philip Sidney's poem "My true love hath my hear" from Birthday Madrigals.
The disc opens with one of Rutter's best-known works, the timeless "For the beauty of the earth" and also includes his settings of Psalm 23 and "All things bright and beautiful"--popular with choirs and audiences alike--as well as two movements each from his Magnificat and Requiem. Most tracks are accompanied by the City of London Orchestra, breathing new life into works which are normally heard with piano accompaniment.
In his sleeve note, Rutter reminds us that he stood next to John Tavener in school choir; how extraordinary that these two boys would go on to have the international success that they have. And while Rutter will always have his detractors, one cannot help but admire the sense of joy and wonder encapsulated in each small but perfectly formed musical gem. --Rebecca Agnew
Customer reviews
review by: date: 2008-09-28 rating:Heaven on a Disk
The John Rutter Collection
Quite simply pure joy. This music is an experience that will inspire you, transport you and delight you. John Rutters arrangements are special and this particular collection is one treat after another. Buy the CD and you will appreciate all that lies within. I enjoyed it so much I bought two (in case one ever got damaged). Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy.
review by: date: 2006-11-21 rating:
John Rutter Collection - Cambridge Singers
Ths album is pure joy and tranquility. Anyone who has ever been lucky enough to be part of a choir singing Rutter might immediately remember why you enjoyed it so much. (15 years ago last time I was in a choir singing - "For the beauty of the earth").
Even if you don't like choral music normally - this is light, accessible and rejuvinating. Wonderful after a bad day or to kick off a good one.
In short, not too bad.
review by: date: 2004-11-09 rating:
The John Rutter Collection
a real gem - easy listening, melodic. I keep putting this one in the machine time after time.
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