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As far as I can determine St Philip's only made three discs before they became Libera, but what they did record was first class and as Libera they continue to grow both in quality and popularity
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"Libera" before there was "Libera"
8 Sep 2011
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About five years ago, while listening to the car radio, I came across a singing group that totally blew me away. That group was "Libera." I have been following them ever since, and even had the pleasure of speaking to many of singers at their concert in the Dallas, Texas area a few weeks ago. "Libera" started as the boys' choir at St. Philip's Church in Norbury, England a couple decades ago. They subsequently adopted the name "Angel Voices," and later changed to "Libera" (Free).
The recording being reviewed here is a compilation of portions of two early recordings - "Angel Voices" and "Angel Voices 2" done by some "Libera" fans in California. Originally these recordings were only available in the U.K. or by import into the U.S. It is so nice to now be able to hear some of the early work of the group and to be able to get it for a very reasonable price.
The first thing I am compelled to comment about is the technical quality of the recording. I recently did an upgrade to my stereo equipment, and this recording sounds very, very good on it. I was initially concerned that the age of the original material - some almost twenty years - and the fact that it was recorded before the group's association with EMI might lead to sound degradation; but that is not the case.
While it is rare to hear a contemporary "Libera" recording with lower voices, several of the numbers on "The Best of Angel Voices" include more mature voices. This is a very pleasant addition and adds an extra dimension to the songs.
It's hard to pick out favorite numbers from the recording as all are well done, but I have really enjoyed "For the Beauty of the Earth" and "Be Still for the Presence of the Lord." While "Adoramus Te" uses traditional words, its up-tempo music has also made it an instant favorite.
Most of the music on the CD is religious in nature, although there are also a few secular numbers. The balance is typical of what the group does even in recent recordings and concerts. There seems to be more organ than in some of the more recent stuff, and not as much is written or arranged by the group's director - Robert Prizeman - as you would find in newer recordings.
All in all, this is a very worthwhile recording. If you enjoy boy choir music or especially if you are a "Libera" fan, you will not be disappointed with it. The angelic sound which we have come to know and love in "Libera" is already apparent in these early recordings.
The recording being reviewed here is a compilation of portions of two early recordings - "Angel Voices" and "Angel Voices 2" done by some "Libera" fans in California. Originally these recordings were only available in the U.K. or by import into the U.S. It is so nice to now be able to hear some of the early work of the group and to be able to get it for a very reasonable price.
The first thing I am compelled to comment about is the technical quality of the recording. I recently did an upgrade to my stereo equipment, and this recording sounds very, very good on it. I was initially concerned that the age of the original material - some almost twenty years - and the fact that it was recorded before the group's association with EMI might lead to sound degradation; but that is not the case.
While it is rare to hear a contemporary "Libera" recording with lower voices, several of the numbers on "The Best of Angel Voices" include more mature voices. This is a very pleasant addition and adds an extra dimension to the songs.
It's hard to pick out favorite numbers from the recording as all are well done, but I have really enjoyed "For the Beauty of the Earth" and "Be Still for the Presence of the Lord." While "Adoramus Te" uses traditional words, its up-tempo music has also made it an instant favorite.
Most of the music on the CD is religious in nature, although there are also a few secular numbers. The balance is typical of what the group does even in recent recordings and concerts. There seems to be more organ than in some of the more recent stuff, and not as much is written or arranged by the group's director - Robert Prizeman - as you would find in newer recordings.
All in all, this is a very worthwhile recording. If you enjoy boy choir music or especially if you are a "Libera" fan, you will not be disappointed with it. The angelic sound which we have come to know and love in "Libera" is already apparent in these early recordings.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
St. Philips Boys Choir/Angel Voices/Libera
17 Oct 2011
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I discovered the British Boy's Choir Libera a couple of years ago. Over the years they have performed all over the world. They began as St. Philips Boy's Choir and have evolved through the years to "Angel Voices", and now "Libera" This album is a compilation of songs they performed in the 1990s. The music, mostly, is "church" music but is presented with some imaginative arrangements by their Director Robert Prizeman. One thing Libera fans note is the remarkable consistency of the choir's sound from the 90s until the present day. The harmonies generated approach the ethereal and the two soloists are superb. This is a prime example of that pure English "Boy Choir" sound. You can't go wrong with this one.
Libera does it again
23 Nov 2011
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All I can say is that it was breath taking and the accompanying video was also outstanding. I love Libera!
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