Cecilia McDowall: Cantatas

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Label
Resonus Classics
Release Date
June 20, 2025
Format
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    Featuring ⌄
    • COMPOSER
      Cecilia McDowall
    • PERFORMER
      Rowan Pierce, Choir of Royal Holloway, Orchestra Nova
    Product Details ⌄
    • RELEASE DATE
      June 20, 2025
    • UPC
      5060262793985
    • CATALOG NUMBER
      RES10359
    • LABEL
      Resonus Classics
    • NUMBER OF DISCS
      1
    • GENRE
      Cantata
    Works ⌄

    1. I. Solid Waters

      Composer: Cecilia McDowall

      Ensemble: University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova

      Conductor: George Vass

    2. II. The Ice Is Listening

      Composer: Cecilia McDowall

      Ensemble: University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova

      Performer: Rowan Pierce

      Conductor: George Vass

    3. III. Moulin

      Composer: Cecilia McDowall

      Ensemble: University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova

      Conductor: George Vass

    4. I. In dulci jubilo

      Composer: Cecilia McDowall

      Ensemble: University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova

      Conductor: George Vass

    5. II. O Little One Sweet

      Composer: Cecilia McDowall

      Ensemble: University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova

      Conductor: George Vass

    6. III. Noël nouvelet

      Composer: Cecilia McDowall

      Ensemble: University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova

      Conductor: George Vass

    7. IV. Still, still, still

      Composer: Cecilia McDowall

      Ensemble: University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova

      Performer: Rowan Pierce

      Conductor: George Vass

    8. V. Sussex Carol

      Composer: Cecilia McDowall

      Ensemble: University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova

      Conductor: George Vass

    9. I. Music of the Stars

      Composer: Cecilia McDowall

      Ensemble: University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova

      Conductor: George Vass

    10. II. The Hardest Thing

      Composer: Cecilia McDowall

      Ensemble: University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova

      Conductor: George Vass

    11. III. The Gift to Sing

      Composer: Cecilia McDowall

      Ensemble: University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova

      Conductor: George Vass

    12. I. O Bird of Time

      Composer: Cecilia McDowall

      Ensemble: University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova

      Conductor: George Vass

    13. II. Aubade

      Composer: Cecilia McDowall

      Ensemble: University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova

      Performer: Rowan Pierce

      Conductor: George Vass

    14. III. To be Bird

      Composer: Cecilia McDowall

      Ensemble: University of London Royal Holloway Choir, Orchestra Nova

      Conductor: George Vass


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.