This well-known setting by Tomas Luis de Victoria (1548-1611) of Popule meus, the lengthy series of Chants known as Improperia, or Reproaches, which occur at the liturgical climax of Good Friday, during the special service of the Adoration of the Cross, w...  moreThis well-known setting by Tomas Luis de Victoria (1548-1611) of Popule meus, the lengthy series of Chants known as Improperia, or Reproaches, which occur at the liturgical climax of Good Friday, during the special service of the Adoration of the Cross, was recorded on Saturday 2nd April 2011 during St Peter's Singers' recital of sacred polyphony for Passiontide and Tenebrae in the beautiful surroundings and acoustic of St Aidan's Parish Church in Leeds. The Singers are directed by Dr Simon Lindley, Music Director since the choir's foundation in 1977. The plainchant verses are sung by soprano Sarah Kelly, and the solo quartet (positioned remotely from the main choir) comprises soprano Julie Kilburn, alto Lucy Appleyard, tenor Jonathan Morrish and bass Quentin Brown. More information about St Peter's Singers, including details of the choir's 2010-11 programme of recitals, concerts and services, may be found on our website www.stpeters-singers.org.uk and on our Facebook Group page 'St Peter's Singers of L...    less

Cantores Celestes, directed by Kelly Galbraith. From the CD, Wake up in the Moonlight Singing, by Cantores Celestes. Venite Omnes Cristicole is a Medieval plainsong taken from the 'Codex Calixtinus' and is one of the opening Chants of the midnig...  moreCantores Celestes, directed by Kelly Galbraith. From the CD, Wake up in the Moonlight Singing, by Cantores Celestes. Venite Omnes Cristicole is a Medieval plainsong taken from the 'Codex Calixtinus' and is one of the opening Chants of the midnight service of Matins for the Feast of Saint James. Come all Christian people to adore Christ the eternal king. Who distinguished his apostle James most wonderfully.  

Nightmarish atmosphere with its haunting monks choir, stabbing strings, and relentless percussion, creating a sense of impending doom

Tragic and heroic film score where the haunting Chants of a monk's choir intertwine with driving strings and percussion, capturing the bittersweet essence of valor and sacrifice.