John Rutter: Anthems, Hymns & Gloria for Brass Band
9/25/2020, 15 Tracks, 1:02:19
Featuring
Nicholas John Childs
Richard Marshall
Darius Battiwalla
Black Dyke Band
Sheffield Philharmonic Chorus
John Rutter
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Composer's Artistic Vision
John Rutter's music is eclectic, drawing influences from French and English choral traditions, light music, and American classic songwriting.
Composer Biography
As a young boy soprano, John Rutter took part in the first recording of Benjamin Britten's War Requiem in 1963, conducted by Britten himself.
Performer Biography
The Sheffield Philharmonic Chorus, founded in 1935, is the resident chorus at Sheffield City Hall and performs with orchestras like the Hallé.
Composition History
Most of John Rutter's sacred music, which plays a significant part in his life, has been written in response to commissions for church services.
Performer Biography
Nicholas Childs, the music director of the Black Dyke Band, is also the founder and music director of the National Children's Brass Band of Great Britain.
Performer Biography
The Black Dyke Band is the most recorded band in the world, with over 360 recordings.
