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Gloria: The Sacred Music of John Rutter

John Rutter (Performer), Cambridge Singers (Performer)
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Product Details

  • Performer: John Rutter, Cambridge Singers
  • Audio CD (January 1, 1984)
  • SPARS Code: DDD
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Collegium
  • ASIN: B0000031GX
  • Also Available in: Audio Cassette
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #115,438 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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1. Gloria in excelsis Deo
2. Domine Deus, Rex caelestis
3. Quoniam tu solus sanctus

On this CD:
  1. Gloria for chorus & brass ensemble
    Composed by John Rutter
    with Gary Kettel, Philip Jones Brass Ensemble, John Scott, Eric Allen
    Conducted by John Rutter

  2. O Clap Your Hands for chorus & orchestra
    Composed by John Rutter
    Performed by The City of London Sinfonia
    Conducted by John Rutter

  3. All Things Bright and Beautiful for chorus & orchestra
    Composed by John Rutter
    Performed by The City of London Sinfonia
    Conducted by John Rutter

  4. The Lord Is My Shepherd for chorus & orchestra
    Composed by John Rutter
    Performed by The City of London Sinfonia
    with Quentin Poole
    Conducted by John Rutter

  5. A Gaelic Blessing for chorus & orchestra
    Composed by John Rutter
    Performed by The City of London Sinfonia
    Conducted by John Rutter

  6. For the Beauty of the Earth for chorus & orchestra
    Composed by John Rutter
    Performed by The City of London Sinfonia
    Conducted by John Rutter

  7. Praise Ye the Lord for chorus & orchestra
    Composed by John Rutter
    Performed by The City of London Sinfonia
    Conducted by John Rutter

  8. God Be in My Head, for chorus
    Composed by John Rutter
    Conducted by John Rutter

  9. Open Thou Mine Eyes for chorus
    Composed by John Rutter
    Conducted by John Rutter

  10. A Prayer of St. Patrick for chorus
    Composed by John Rutter
    Conducted by John Rutter

  11. The Lord Bless You and Keep You, for chorus & orchestra
    Composed by John Rutter
    Performed by The City of London Sinfonia
    Conducted by John Rutter


Editorial Reviews

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Long a favorite of amateur choristers, John Rutter's three-movement Gloria is by turns touching and thrilling, alternating soaring vocal lines with contemporary harmonies, catchy rhythms, and the power of the Phillip Jones Brass Ensemble. The premiere recording, with Rutter himself conducting his Cambridge Singers, is filled out with 10 of his short anthems, including the sprightly "O Clap Your Hands," the serenely beautiful "A Gaelic Blessing," and "The Lord Is My Shepherd" movement from his Requiem. --David Horiuchi

Product Description
Gloria: The sacred music of John Rutter. Contains the Gloria, a seventeen minute work that is one of our continous best sellers. Other titles are some of John Rutter's most popular anthems.

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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The ultimate compilation of Rutter's best choral music, October 15, 1998
Much has been said of John Rutter's ability to bring out the best in his choirs..."Gloria" is no exception. All three movements of the title piece are splendidly performed by the Cambridge Singers, soundly accompanied by a world-class brass choir and organ. A perfect integration of instrument and voice highlights one of Rutter's best sacred works yet, as the composer combines both the reverence and the joy one experiences with the spiritual. Filling out the program is a wide variety of Rutter's single anthems, from the joyous "Praise Ye The Lord" and "All Things Bright and Beautiful", to the haunting but beautiful arrangement of "God Be In My Head", based on the 150th Psalm, and his arrangement of "The Lord Is My Shepherd", a piece originally released as the centerpiece of his "Requiem". A wonderful album, "Gloria" will stir the soul and warm the heart.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The most beautiful music ever created, August 4, 1999
By Martin Amon (madeere@iserv.net) (Grand Rapids, Michigan) - See all my reviews
I believe John Rutter has captured the essence of God's beauty and grace. The musical progressions coupled with the text offer the listener a pleasing sound to the ear and a moving spiritual experience in the heart. The "Gloria" CD contains a wonderful sample of a genious composer!
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Gloria: The Sacred Music of John Rutter, October 23, 2003
By Robert V. Ely, III (Tucson, AZ United States) - See all my reviews
The name John Rutter is synonymous with beautiful choral music and this album is a perfect example of that beauty. With the rich vocals of the Cambridge Singers and the elegance of Rutter's compositions, this album will bring joy to all who love fine choral music. It includes past favorites like For The Beauty of the Earth as well as his masterful composition Gloria in three wonderful movements.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Gloria
Back in the 1980's I became a sort of a fan for the Mannheim Steamroller. John Rutter's music, especially with the Cambridge Singers was included with many of the "Fresh Aire"... Read more
Published 1 month ago by A. Plath

5.0 out of 5 stars Glorious!
This recording of the Cambridge Singers has them recording pieces composed by their own director, John Rutter. Read more
Published on October 4, 2005 by FrKurt Messick

5.0 out of 5 stars Sacred Music
Very inspiring. Will definitely drive me to eventually acquire all of this composer's work.
Published on July 28, 2005 by Lois A. Westhoven

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
This music is FANTASTIC!!! John Rutter is an amazing composer! This is a lush an wonderful sounding piece of music. It's a pleasure to sing as well as to listen to.
Published on December 15, 2004 by Music Lover

1.0 out of 5 stars Let's be honest
This stuff is tacky. John Rutter's compositions are notorious among real musicians for being cheap and sentimental. Read more
Published on May 2, 2004 by Alfonso

2.0 out of 5 stars Poorly Recorded
The music is wonderful, of course, but this is an old recording that needs to be remastered. The sound quality is awful. Read more
Published on December 30, 2002 by anguinness

4.0 out of 5 stars A mixture of belabored and sublime
I found the title piece heavy, ponderous, belabored, analagous to the overblown "big screen" excesses of, say, Gone With The Wind. Read more
Published on December 25, 2002 by BlueJay54

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Music
I've been fortunate to be able to perform Rutter's Gloria so I was familiar with that particular piece. Read more
Published on October 22, 2002 by B. Russell

5.0 out of 5 stars Gloria in Excelsis Deo, Gloria John Rutter!
"Gloria" is one of the best music I have ever heard, It captures your soul. I am not very religious, but sacred music of John Rutter makes you feel the beauty and power... Read more
Published on August 24, 2002 by Audrius Alkauskas

5.0 out of 5 stars Contemporary Traditional Worship
Superb! Beautiful worship for the Lord of Lords, witnessing to the worship that the "One Holy Catholic and Apostolic Church" has offered to her saviour throughout time... Read more
Published on August 21, 2002 by A. Moreno M.

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