Various Artists - Distance - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

The Choir of the Church of St. Andrew and St. Paul in Montreal presents an album around the theme of isolation due in part to the Covid-19 pandemic. Distance explores different aspects of isolation and silence solitude, reflection, but also determination and Inchbreaking the silenceInch. The program includes several choral pieces ranging from Bach motets with continuo to 21st century repertoire for a cappella choir by Samuel Barber, Edward Elgar, and many others. The Choir of the Church of St. Andrew and St. Paul is one of Canada's most advanced choral ensembles. The 24-voice professional choir includes some of the finest singers from the greater Montreal area. The ensemble, known for it's warm sound and clarity of texture, is acclaimed for it's innovative programming and diversity of styles. In addition to providing music for the church's regular worship services, the choir also presents concerts and choral services including performances with the Montreal Symphony Players' Association and Ensemble Caprice. Canadian-American conductor Jean-Sebastien Vallée is an internationally recognized conductor, scholar, and pedagogue. Dr. Vallée is Associate Professor of Music, Director of Choral Studies, and Coordinator of the Ensembles & Conducting Area at the Schulich School of Music of McGill University in Montréal. In addition, Maestro Vallée is Director of the renowned Choir of the church of St. Andrew& St. Paul in Montréal, and Music Director of the Ottawa Choral Society. Album Tracks 1. Agnus Dei 2. Magnificat 3. Motet InchKomm, Jesu, KommInch Pour Double Chœur, BWV 229-I. Komm, Jesu, Komm 4. Motet InchKomm, Jesu, KommInch Pour Double Chœur, BWV 229-II. Aria Drum Schließ Ich Mich in Deine Hände 5. Lux Aeterna (InchNimrodInch de / from Enigma Variations) 6. When the Violin 7. O Crux Splendidior 8. Child's Prayer 9. And the Swallow 10. Ni de L'est