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| 1. By the waters of Babylon - super flumina - Psalm 137 |
| 2. A Pelican in the wilderness - pellicano solitudinis - Psalm 102 |
| 3. The Lord is my shepherd - pascit me - Psalm 23 (theme from The Vicar of Dibley) |
| 4. O pray for the peace of Jerusalem - rogate pacem - Psalm 122 |
| 5. He shall keep the simple folk - deus judicium - Psalm 72 |
| 6. How lovely are you dwellings - quam dilecta - Psalm 84 |
| 7. A good man is merciful - in memoria aeterna - psalm 111 |
| 8. Thou walkest with me - tu cognovisti - Psalm 139 |
| 9. Out of the Deep - de profundis - Psalm 130 |
| 10. Have mercy on me - miserere mei - Psalm 51 |
| 11. Heare, O heare me - in tribulatione - Psalm 4 |
| 12. Though rivers roar |
| 13. Lyke a freshly planted tree - iuxta rivulos aquarum - Psalm 1 |
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Following the success of Howard Goodall’s Enchanted Voices and the Christmas album Enchanted Carols, the celebrated British composer returns with Pelican in the Wilderness, again fronted by his extraordinary female choral group Enchanted Voices and also features The Tippett Quartet. The album is a collection of newly arranged Psalms, including "By The Waters Of Babylon", and a new arrangement of his world famous "Psalm 23: The Lord Is My Shepherd". The title, Pelican in the Wilderness takes its name from a line in Psalm 102.
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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
I had been eagerly anticipating this new album, which is the third CD from Enchanted Voices with music composed by Howard Goodall, Classical Brit Composer of the Year. I am not disappointed! The 13 psalms (from a variety of sources including Elizabethan versions in the form of poems and the Bay Psalm Book of 1640) are truly stunning. The sublime melodies sung by these incredible female voices soar above the rich texture of the Tippett String Quartet. Most of the music is new, but there is one track which will be familiar to anyone who watched 'The Vicar of Dibley' as Howard Goodall's Psalm 23 was the theme music for that series. This new setting is equally beautiful. The CD's title comes from Psalm 102 - 'Like Pelican in wilderness, like owl in desert so am I; I watch, and like a sparrow am, on house top solitarily....' Enjoy!
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
This new CD from acclaimed composer Howard Goodall is an absolute gem. The psalms are beautifully set with gorgeous melodies you'll be humming all day. The Tippett Quartet's playing is stunning, and the singers give an amazing performance, with some particularly beautiful solos. This is the kind of CD you want to listen to over and over again. I cannot recommend it highly enough.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
I got a Classical Brits 2010 CD free from the Daily Mail and absolutely loved the song By the Waters of Babylon. So quickly ordered this Pelican in the Wilderness CD. But to my dismay, the only song that I truly liked was still By the Waters of Babylon. Everything else was mediocre. Oh yes, I listened to the sample music offered by Amazon, but you really couldn't tell much from those few seconds.
I would say if you like this type of music, you are better off with Libera.
I would say if you like this type of music, you are better off with Libera.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
excellent
Exactly as ordered - good price, efficient delivery - no problems at all. Recipient was delighted with it. Thank you
Published 7 months ago by Dr. T. Watson
Relaxing music
Having heard this advertised on the radio we bought the CD.We were disappointed in the sameness of the songs and unclear words.The song played on the radio was the best!
Published 14 months ago by J. Philpott
Angels on Earth
Wonderful CD. Transport yourself to a churchly realm with these angelic voices. The crystal clear sound of sopranos is a religious experience. It's worship in music.
Published 21 months ago by K. L. Vesey
Well worth buying
Had listened to a preview of the CD prior to release on Classic FM and was delighted with my purchase. Really relaxing listening and I find it very destressing music as well. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Stuart
Pleasing vocal & ethereal sounding sopranos
Very pleasant listening, ethereal and upper register in tone - transcendental and relaxing High Church style.
Published 23 months ago by Colin Jennings
superb listening
As usual Howard has produced a superb listing CD.
He never fails us and should have been composer of the year.
He never fails us and should have been composer of the year.
Published 23 months ago by Mrs. Marjorie M. Hannam
Simply beautiful.
I love this music!! It transforms my busy kitchen into a haven of tranquillity. There may be 4 children chopping and slicing, and myself making dinner, but we're all listening,... Read more
Published 24 months ago by Pamela Charette
Boring Pelican in the Wilderness
Very disappointed with the content of this CD and found the style of music very boring.The psalms have always been tunefull and melodious but apart from the recognisable 23rd from... Read more
Published on 13 May 2010 by R. T. Morgan
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