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The Independent
"All hail the über-choir- choral singing close to perfection."
The Gramophone
"Theirs were the voices of angels, a tribute which The Sixteen deserves no less today."
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116 of 120 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This is a truly outstanding CD with some of the finest choral music I have ever heard. Conducted by Harry Christophers, The Sixteen really prove themselves as one of the finest ensembles in the world. This album definitely has a spiritual feel to it and this adds a real depth to the music. With work by Rachmaninov, Stravinsky, Holst and MacMillan all featured on this disc I really feel that this is The Sixteen’s best work to date. I simply cannot see how this album could be improved and I cannot recommend it highly enough. Absolutely brilliant!
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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In this compilation we listen to the expressive medium of the voice at its best and finest in sublime religious chorals.
The title 'Ikon' correctly reflects the predominance of compositions from the Eastern Orthodox Church even though compositions as a whole are from differing Christian traditions. Compositions were created in the twentieth century but some namely 'Exhortation' and 'Kohima' by John Tavener in the 21st. The commanding majority of composers are renowned and include Sergei Rachmaninov, Arvo Part, John Tavener, James MacMillan, Igor Stravinsky, and Gustav Holst.
Spirituality permeates all compositions but there is individual presence:we experience the serene spirituality of Sergei Rahmaninov's vespers, the passionate spirituality of James MacMillan, the minimalist 'tintinnabulation' compositions of Alvo Part, and the glory of the Church in Gustav Holst.
But all compositions pour balsam on our hearts and rejoice our spirits.
The title 'Ikon' correctly reflects the predominance of compositions from the Eastern Orthodox Church even though compositions as a whole are from differing Christian traditions. Compositions were created in the twentieth century but some namely 'Exhortation' and 'Kohima' by John Tavener in the 21st. The commanding majority of composers are renowned and include Sergei Rachmaninov, Arvo Part, John Tavener, James MacMillan, Igor Stravinsky, and Gustav Holst.
Spirituality permeates all compositions but there is individual presence:we experience the serene spirituality of Sergei Rahmaninov's vespers, the passionate spirituality of James MacMillan, the minimalist 'tintinnabulation' compositions of Alvo Part, and the glory of the Church in Gustav Holst.
But all compositions pour balsam on our hearts and rejoice our spirits.
33 of 37 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
It has to be said that there is little more versatile as the human voice as an instrument. This proves the point beyond measure.
Clarity, emotion and total respect for the piece are in abundance throughout the album.
Wonderful.
Clarity, emotion and total respect for the piece are in abundance throughout the album.
Wonderful.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
ikon
Thankyou for delivery of CD. The cd is in excellent condition and I found it to be excellent value for money.
Published 21 months ago by M. Boland
The Sixteen excell
Absolutely beautiful! I love listening to these quiet and familiar hymns. Although some were totally unknown to my ears. So peaceful. Read more
Published 21 months ago by NC De JONG
Beautiful Music - But Solemn
I bought this as a wedding anniversary present for my husband as he is a great admirer of The Sixteen's music. However, I did not realise it was mainly solemn laments. Read more
Published on 6 July 2009 by Sandra A. Hardingham
Sublime
It is so refreshing and reassuring to hear choral singing of this quality. Never one for the main stream repertoire it is delightful to listen pieces that do not often get an... Read more
Published on 3 Jun 2009 by In4tune
EXCELLENT AS EVER!
The Sixteen, excellent as ever! What more can I say - except perhaps that O Weisheit is definitely my favourite track, albeit fairly short!
Published on 13 May 2009 by strudel trigg
Sublime
Some of the most beautiful music, sung by one of the greatest singing groups in the world. What more can one say, very emotional and very
enjoyable.
enjoyable.
Published on 12 Oct 2006 by A. G. Williams
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