The Wells Cathedral Choir, which celebrated its 1100th birthday in 2009, was rated by Gramophone in 2010 as the greatest cathedral choir in the world.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Bingham's choral works are deeply connected to the Anglican liturgy and the broader Christian communal worship, reflecting the specific qualities of the buildings and choirs for which they are written.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Judith Bingham, the composer, is known for her authentic musical language, which avoids direct musical influences while drawing on personal and collective memories.
Performer Biography
Matthew Owens, the conductor, has championed new music by British composers, premiering many works from Jools Holland to James MacMillan.
Recording & Production
The album was recorded in The Cathedral Church of St Andrew in Wells, Somerset, across several days in June 2012.
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