Five mystical songs and other British choral anthems

"I was delighted to receive this new CD from the Vasari Singers because I've admired a good number of their releases in the past. Though their recorded repertoire is wide, they've consistently demonstrated a propensity for British music, as is the case here ... The programme is well-chosen and nicely varied and the choir, expertly prepared and conducted by Jeremy Backhouse, is on fine form throughout. I've referred to Martin Ford's playing in Five Mystical Songs; he's equally fine in all his other contributions".

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"Here's yet another fresh slant on the glorious 'Five Mystical Songs' to mark Vaughan Williams's 150th birthday, this time with the baritone and choir supplemented by an organ part specially fashioned by Martin Ford. Both he and the splendid Roderick Williams are at the top of their game and generate a fervent rapport with the Vasari Singers under their longtime chief Jeremy Backhouse ... If the programme appeals, this is certainly recommendable".