IDAGIO | Parry, H.: Choral Masterpieces - Songs of Farewell / I Was Glad / Jerusalem 747313210473

Featuring

Christopher Stokes
Jeffrey Makinson
Mark Rowlinson
Manchester Cathedral Choir
Charles Hubert Hastings Parry

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Composer Biography

Parry studied law and history at Oxford, but also pursued musical opportunities, composing songs and sacred music.

Composition History

The 'Songs of Farewell' were largely completed by 1913, revised and augmented with two more motets, and form a final testament after Parry felt his health was failing.

Composition History

Parry's Coronation Anthem, 'I was glad when they said unto me', was written for the coronation of Edward VII and has since become a traditional element in subsequent coronations.

Cultural Impact

Parry's setting of Blake's 'Jerusalem' was written in 1916 for unison singing in response to a patriotic request and is among his most familiar compositions.

Performer Biography

Mark Rowlinson, a baritone on this recording, is one of Britain's most experienced bass-baritones, having sung on every continent except Africa and Antarctica.

Composer Biography

Parry was obliged to earn a living after his marriage and initially joined Lloyd's of London with his father's help.

Composer Biography

Sir Hubert Parry, the composer, came from a distinguished family; his father inherited a fortune and his maternal great-uncle was Lord Gambier, Admiral of the Fleet.