A resurgence of interest in Choral Evensong is being experienced in England and throughout the Anglican Communion. This musical liturgy was first formulated for the 1549 Book of Common Prayer, using elements of the monastic services of Vespers and Compline. The Choir of the Church of the Incarnation in Dallas sings this service using the 1662 Book of Common Prayer, a rarity in the United States. Included in this recording is Herbert Howells' last set of Evensong canticles (Magnificat, Nunc dimittis), which were commissioned by Larry Palmer for this choir. Scott Dettra, former organist of the Washington National Cathedral, is a brilliant choral director whose choirs have been featured on national radio broadcasts in the United States and the United Kingdom. He has prepared choirs for the National Symphony Orchestra, The Juilliard Orchestra, and the Dave Brubeck Quartet, among others.

Tracklist:

Dryden Liturgical Suite, Op. 144: Prelude
King Of Glory, King Of Peace
Preces & Responses
Psalm 105
Song Of Solomon 3
Lift Your Voice Rejoicing, Mary
The Dallas Canticles: Magnificat
Matthew 28:16-20
The Dallas Canticles: Nunc Dimittis
The 1662 Book Of Common Prayer: The Apostles' Creed
The Lesser Litany - Lord's Prayer - Responses
The 1662 Book Of Common Prayer: The Collects
Light's Glittering Morn
The 1662 Book Of Common Prayer: The Prayers
The 1662 Book Of Common Prayer: The Grace
The Call
Psalm 122 "I Was Glad When They Said Unto Me"
Sing My Soul His Wondrous Love
Dryden Liturgical Suite, Op. 144: Toccata

UPC: 000334930820
Label: Gothic Records
Release Date: 4.6.18
Format: CD

Dettra / Schultz / Hill - Choral Evensong for Eastertide (CD)