America's Choir

Mormon Tabernacle Choir (Artist), Ludwig van Beethoven (Composer), Dietrich Buxtehude (Composer), James Lucas (Composer), Joseph Parry (Composer), Richard Rodgers (Composer), William Steffe (Composer), William G. Tomer (Composer), American Traditional (Composer), English Traditional (Composer) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Composer: Ludwig van Beethoven, Dietrich Buxtehude, James Lucas, Joseph Parry, Richard Rodgers, et al.
• Audio CD (July 13, 2004)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Mormon Tabernacle
• ASIN: B0002CX1LQ
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #139,092 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Fanfare Alleluia / Praise to the Lord, the Almighty

2. Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing

3. This is my Father's world (Terra Beata)

4. Hallelujah Chorus [From Christ on the Mount of Olives]

5. Fugue (Gigue) for keyboard in C major, BuxWV 174

6. Come, Come, Ye Saints, Mormon hymn

7. O Home Beloved, for chorus

8. Come, Let Us Anew, hymn

9. Bound for the Promised Land, folk hymn

10. Shenandoah, folk song

11. Cindy

12. Londonderry Air (Danny Boy), folk song

13. Climb Ev'ry Mountain, song (from "The Sound of Music")

14. The Battle Hymn of the Republic ("Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory," words by

15. Praise to the Lord, the Almighty

16. God Be With You Till We Meet Again

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect starter CD!, February 11, 2005

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The Music Man "If I Cannot Fly, Let Me Sing" (United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: America's Choir (Audio CD)

I'm surprised that no one has reviewed this CD yet. Released in conjuction with the Nationally-released PBS documentary "America's Choir" - this album is a perfect starting place for people who wish to have a sampler of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Serving as both a latter-day "greatest hits" and a stand alone album, this CD gathers six tracks from the Choir's recently released albums "Consider The Lilies," "Spirit Of America" and "Peace Like A River" and adds TEN brand new tracks recorded specially for this project, creating a perfect sampler of both the Choir's magnificent history and it's current sound. It highlights the strengths of the Choir's repetoire, from well-known hymns ("Come Thou Fount Of Every Blessing") to patriotic standards ("Battle Hymn Of The Republic") to folk songs ("Shenandoah," "Bound For The Promised Land") and even some surprises, like the traditional Welsh anthem "O Home Beloved" and the "Fugue In C Major (Jig)" for organ and orchestra. A wonderful, wonderful CD, with startling changes in mood and tempo, but with the unifying artistry of the Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Sqare.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Spectacular!!, August 4, 2007

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Thomas E. Kuel bs (Cincinnati, OH United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: America's Choir (Audio CD)

This Summer I had the experience of a lifetime hearing THE MORMON TABERNACLE CHOIR live in concert. Nothing had prepared me for that performance ... that absolutely gorgeous, sensational wall of sound that shook one's body to its very core. When I purchased this recording I expected it to be just faintly reminiscent of the in-person experience, but it was/is so much more. Today's recording techniques replicate the choir's magnficent sound beautifully. And what a recording! The best of their sacred repetoire, a 21st century version of "Battle Hymn of the Republic" and several wonderful 'popular' folk and broadway pieces as well. It is a true joy to listen to over and over again. My highest recommendation!

5.0 out of 5 stars America's Choir, September 27, 2007

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Athuur E. Wittmer "Art Wittmer" (St. Louis, MO - USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: America's Choir (Audio CD)

I happen to be a fan of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, so I couldn't be happier with this CD!