I vow to thee, my country : choral music

"The Chapel Choir of the Royal Hospital Chelsea under their director William Vann give an ideal performance. The organist, Joshua Ryan makes a significant contribution on the splendid J.W. Walker instrument in Holy Trinity Church, Sloane Square. And let us not forget the tubular/bass bell player Richard Horne, in A Festival Chime and other items, who certainly adds to the celebrations. This significant release of Holst's music explores several byways which do not seem to be in the public purview".

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"Another valuable and indeed unique collection of music from SOMM ... This is an excellent survey - very well performed ... The range of music and styles is interesting from simple and direct hymn settings to demanding multi-part anthems ... This disc does fill important and useful gaps in available knowledge of this important composer. I like very much the performing style of William Vann and his Royal Hospital Choir. They are a very accomplished group but at the same time the sound they make has the authentic ring of an Anglican church choir. A rewarding and valuable disc".

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