The composer, John Rutter, drew inspiration from the Temple Church's connection to the Knights Templar and the symbolic meaning of 'Jerusalem' as a utopian ideal of heavenly peace.
Performer Biography
Hannah Perowne, the violinist on this recording, performs regularly as a guest leader with many major orchestras, including the Britten Sinfonia, BBC Philharmonic, and the Halle Orchestra.
Performer Biography
Daniel Hyde, the Director of Music for The Choir of King's College, Cambridge, was a chorister at Durham Cathedral and became a Fellow of the Royal College of Organists at age 17.
Composition History
John Rutter's "Visions" was commissioned for a concert at the Temple Church in London, as part of the 2016 Menuhin Competition.
Historical Context
The Choir of King's College, Cambridge, was founded in 1441 by the 19-year-old King Henry VI, and choral services have been a fundamental part of college life ever since.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at 192kHz 24-bit PCM in the Chapel of King's College, Cambridge, on June 29, 2023.
Composer Biography
John Rutter, the composer, has had his music featured in several British royal occasions, including the two most recent royal weddings.
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