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The Peacemakers, a brand new choral work composed by Karl Jenkins and a sequel to his best-selling work The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace, offers inspiration and solace for a time in need of both. It features texts from some of the greatest peacemakers throughout history, including Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., the Dalai Lama, Nelson Mandela, Anne Frank and Mother Teresa, as well as words from the Bible and the Qur an with some new text specially written by Terry Waite.
The London Symphony Orchestra is joined by different vocal forces including Rundfunkchor Berlin, the City of Birmingham Youth Chorus, and the 1000-strong 'The Really Big Chorus' made up of members of UK choirs from across the country brought together in one day, in one studio, to contribute to two movements on the album. Guest artists include violinist Chloë Hanslip, soprano Lucy Crowe, Davy Spillane on Uilleann pipes, Indian bansuri (ethnic flute) player Ashwin Srinivasan and jazz greats Nigel Hitchcock and Laurence Cottle.
The London Symphony Orchestra is joined by different vocal forces including Rundfunkchor Berlin, the City of Birmingham Youth Chorus, and the 1000-strong 'The Really Big Chorus' made up of members of UK choirs from across the country brought together in one day, in one studio, to contribute to two movements on the album. Guest artists include violinist Chloë Hanslip, soprano Lucy Crowe, Davy Spillane on Uilleann pipes, Indian bansuri (ethnic flute) player Ashwin Srinivasan and jazz greats Nigel Hitchcock and Laurence Cottle.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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It does not surprise people were in tears when this music was performed. Intensely moving, it pays tribute to all those who strive to bring peace to a troubled world.
In turns joyous and meditative, but always inspirational, it ranges from the simplicity of one voice to the grandeur of a great many - delving into past and present, into different religions and cultures. Saluted are the unnamed masses who perish in pursuit of peace, as well as the famous names one would expect (St. Francis of Assisi, Mother Teresa, Gandhi, Martin Luther King, Nelson Mandela). How stirring to see Anne Frank included - a life so short, impact everlasting.
World wide peace possible? Not a chance, as Karl Jenkins himself acknowledges. All the more reason to applaud the efforts of those who try. Karl Jenkins ranks high amongst them, these harmonies an attempt to create harmony.
One feels very humble in such company. And uplifted.
In turns joyous and meditative, but always inspirational, it ranges from the simplicity of one voice to the grandeur of a great many - delving into past and present, into different religions and cultures. Saluted are the unnamed masses who perish in pursuit of peace, as well as the famous names one would expect (St. Francis of Assisi, Mother Teresa, Gandhi, Martin Luther King, Nelson Mandela). How stirring to see Anne Frank included - a life so short, impact everlasting.
World wide peace possible? Not a chance, as Karl Jenkins himself acknowledges. All the more reason to applaud the efforts of those who try. Karl Jenkins ranks high amongst them, these harmonies an attempt to create harmony.
One feels very humble in such company. And uplifted.
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I'm pleased to say The Peacemakers lives up to 'The Armed Man: A Mass For Peace'. It really is a beautiful album filled with inspirational text & music.
A must have for any Karl Jenkins fan.
A must have for any Karl Jenkins fan.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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I would have liked to have given three and a half stars but couldn't.
Being an MD of two Choral Societies I have conducted both his Armed Man and Stabat Mater.
Personally I found the latter more inspiring than the former.
The Peacemakers - although, clearly, I haven't had a chance to conduct yet, is an interesting work - very typically Jenkins - but not with quite the same expanse of melodies and harmonies that the other two have.
It seems to me to be a little "bitty" in parts with a lot of "optional" extras a choir might, or might not, either want to or be able to incorporate.
I'm sure I will conduct it some time in the future since one of my choirs loves singing Jenkin's music and then, perhaps, when I have had a chance to learn it thoroughly it might grow on me and become as wonderful as the other two of his works.
Being an MD of two Choral Societies I have conducted both his Armed Man and Stabat Mater.
Personally I found the latter more inspiring than the former.
The Peacemakers - although, clearly, I haven't had a chance to conduct yet, is an interesting work - very typically Jenkins - but not with quite the same expanse of melodies and harmonies that the other two have.
It seems to me to be a little "bitty" in parts with a lot of "optional" extras a choir might, or might not, either want to or be able to incorporate.
I'm sure I will conduct it some time in the future since one of my choirs loves singing Jenkin's music and then, perhaps, when I have had a chance to learn it thoroughly it might grow on me and become as wonderful as the other two of his works.
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karl jenkins peacemakers
Having sung a lot of Jenkins' music I was looking forward to listening to this disc, and hopefully add to our choir's repertoire. What a disappointment! Read more
Published 13 hours ago by crooked spire
Karl Jenkins - The Peacemakers
Karl Jenkins never disappoints! I had only heard one track of this new CD before ordering, and having played it through several times, all the tracks are growing on me. Read more
Published 18 hours ago by JennyL
A beautiful peace of music
This is a beautiful album to relax to. The singing and the music is superb and you must take time to listen to the words too.
Published 12 days ago by Janine Marks
Samey
I bought the armed man, a mass for peace some time ago and loved it, so was really looking forward to this but it is very - too - similar to the armed man. Read more
Published 13 days ago by Big Bando
Another KJ hit.
This new Karl Jenkins piece is a super follow-up to The Armed Man. My choral society perfomed that piece a few years ago and it was magnificent. Read more
Published 25 days ago by Kenneth C. E. Brickell
Nice
My missus likes Karl Jenkins' stuff. The Requiem is a favorite of hers. Got The Peacemakers as a gift and she loves it. Result!
Published 26 days ago by Snazgul
A wonderful new work
I have just received The Peacemakers for my birthday. It is a beautiful extravaganza of music. Bold,then gentle, peaceful and very melodic. Read more
Published 29 days ago by Jasmine Faye
The Peacemakers
Absolutely delightful, does exactly what it says, totally relaxes and soothes. What a pleasure it is to hear music that is restful and musical. Rare these days.
Published 29 days ago by Mrs. B. Dance
The Peacemakers...fascinating!
Karl Jenkins' latest opus is one of those works that grows and grows on you - my wife lost count of the number of times I played this on our CD player...it became addictive! Read more
Published 1 month ago by Dennis Thomas
The Peacemakers: Karl Jenkins
This latest recording by Karl Jenkins - The Peacemakers - is un-mistakenly by this composer, with all the usual unexpected nuances which make it a joy to listen to.
Published 1 month ago by Penticost
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