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Cecilia McDowall: Cantatas

Contemporary Spiritual Uplifting Dramatic
$16.99

Details

Composer
Cecilia McDowall
Artist
Rowan Pierce, Choir of Royal Holloway, Orchestra Nova
Format
CD
Label
Resonus Classics
Released
Jun 20, 2025
Catalog #
RES10359
UPC
5060262793985

About

This album presents a stunning collection of recent cantatas by acclaimed composer Cecilia McDowall, performed by the Choir of Royal Holloway, Orchestra Nova, and conductor George Vass. Known for her 'spicy rhythms and colours' (Gramophone), McDowall's music weaves vibrant textures and emotional depth, drawing listeners into a compelling journey. The featured works explore diverse themes, from the haunting beauty of ice in The Ice is Listening, to the celestial wonders of Music of the Stars. Also included is the chamber orchestra version of A Winter's Night, a joyful Christmas cantata. McDowall's distinct choral voice shines through, blending introspective reflection with exuberant energy, making this an essential addition to the choral repertoire.

Tracklist 14 tracks

  1. 1 I. Solid Waters 06:10
    Track
    1
    Title
    I. Solid Waters
    Duration
    06:10
    Composer
    Cecilia McDowall
    Ensemble
    University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova
    Conductor
    George Vass
  2. 2 II. The Ice Is Listening 05:55
    Track
    2
    Title
    II. The Ice Is Listening
    Duration
    05:55
    Composer
    Cecilia McDowall
    Performer
    Rowan Pierce
    Ensemble
    University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova
    Conductor
    George Vass
  3. 3 III. Moulin 04:45
    Track
    3
    Title
    III. Moulin
    Duration
    04:45
    Composer
    Cecilia McDowall
    Ensemble
    University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova
    Conductor
    George Vass
  4. 4 I. In dulci jubilo 04:01
    Track
    4
    Title
    I. In dulci jubilo
    Duration
    04:01
    Composer
    Cecilia McDowall
    Ensemble
    University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova
    Conductor
    George Vass
  5. 5 II. O Little One Sweet 03:33
    Track
    5
    Title
    II. O Little One Sweet
    Duration
    03:33
    Composer
    Cecilia McDowall
    Ensemble
    University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova
    Conductor
    George Vass
  6. 6 III. Noël nouvelet 02:13
    Track
    6
    Title
    III. Noël nouvelet
    Duration
    02:13
    Composer
    Cecilia McDowall
    Ensemble
    University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova
    Conductor
    George Vass
  7. 7 IV. Still, still, still 04:24
    Track
    7
    Title
    IV. Still, still, still
    Duration
    04:24
    Composer
    Cecilia McDowall
    Performer
    Rowan Pierce
    Ensemble
    University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova
    Conductor
    George Vass
  8. 8 V. Sussex Carol 03:06
    Track
    8
    Title
    V. Sussex Carol
    Duration
    03:06
    Composer
    Cecilia McDowall
    Ensemble
    University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova
    Conductor
    George Vass
  9. 9 I. Music of the Stars 04:53
    Track
    9
    Title
    I. Music of the Stars
    Duration
    04:53
    Composer
    Cecilia McDowall
    Ensemble
    University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova
    Conductor
    George Vass
  10. 10 II. The Hardest Thing 03:16
    Track
    10
    Title
    II. The Hardest Thing
    Duration
    03:16
    Composer
    Cecilia McDowall
    Ensemble
    University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova
    Conductor
    George Vass
  11. 11 III. The Gift to Sing 06:24
    Track
    11
    Title
    III. The Gift to Sing
    Duration
    06:24
    Composer
    Cecilia McDowall
    Ensemble
    University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova
    Conductor
    George Vass
  12. 12 I. O Bird of Time 06:54
    Track
    12
    Title
    I. O Bird of Time
    Duration
    06:54
    Composer
    Cecilia McDowall
    Ensemble
    University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova
    Conductor
    George Vass
  13. 13 II. Aubade 05:50
    Track
    13
    Title
    II. Aubade
    Duration
    05:50
    Composer
    Cecilia McDowall
    Performer
    Rowan Pierce
    Ensemble
    University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova
    Conductor
    George Vass
  14. 14 III. To be Bird 03:11
    Track
    14
    Title
    III. To be Bird
    Duration
    03:11
    Composer
    Cecilia McDowall
    Ensemble
    University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova
    Conductor
    George Vass