This album was recorded live on April 1, 2012, at Herz-Jesu-Kirche in Munich, Germany.
Album & Artwork
The album's title, Refugium, was inspired by the concept of refuge, even though the term itself does not appear in the writings of Petar Hektorović, whose inscriptions inspired the work.
Recording & Production
The Herz-Jesu-Kirche in Munich, where this album was recorded, is known as 'The Glass Cube' and houses a spectacular Woehl organ.
Composition History
Richard Wilberforce's The Song of Shadows was composed specifically for the Trinity Boys Choir and premiered in Munich during the recording of this CD.
Compositional Technique
Graham Lack's Refugium is written for three separate 'islands' of percussion instruments, combining ancient and modern types, alongside SATB choir and organ.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The program for this album was chosen to present contemporary British choral music, combining established composers with newer voices.
Composer Biography
Judith Weir, whose Two Human Hymns are featured, has been Master of the Queen's Music since 2014, making a significant contribution to the choral repertoire.
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