Ernst-Thilo Kalke

This meditative anthem sets words from Isaiah. The overlapping phrases of the sopranos, which float above the sustained organ accompaniment, move gently to a warm climax in the central section. This i...

This joyful Lenten anthem sets George Herbert's well-known hymn 'King of glory, King of peace'. Chilcott skilfully weaves the hymn tune 'Gwalchmai', to which this hymn is commonly sung, into the middl...

This captivating carol with words by Kevin Crossley-Holland features satisfyingly rich harmonies and a rippling piano accompaniment that draws inspiration from the water imagery of the text. In the mo...

This piece is a lyrical setting of words by the metaphysical poet Thomas Traherne (1637-74). With a rippling piano accompaniment, melodious vocal lines, and warm harmonies, Chilcott's setting captures...

This is a beautiful, simple, and memorable tune supported by a distinctive organ ostinato in 5/8 time. It combines all the immediacy and freshness of a folksong with the deep spiritual sincerity of an...

Here is perfect material for youth choirs on the look-out for something that is both light-hearted and sophisticated. The delicious words of the original 17th-century love poem have been cleverly subv...

'London Bells', the third movement from Bob Chilcott's Songs and Cries of London Town, is an energetic and vibrant arrangement of the traditional 'oranges and lemons' rhyme. It is presented here as a...

This is an artfully crafted setting of a beautiful poem by Matthew Meiklejohn. It is rich in contrasting material and many of the text's images are apparent in the music. The violin part contributes m...

This setting of a fervent and uplifting text by Samuel Stennett is both direct and effortlessly melodic. The impression is one of great joy and freshness; an irresistible combination.

An expressive setting of a Roberta Hill Whiteman text, this secular title is teeming with melodic lyricism, colour, and character. The meditative vacillation between F sharp minor and D major chords i...

A rhythmic and spirited arrangement of a traditional Jewish song. These three folksongs are colourful, original settings well within the grasp of most amateur choirs.

A traditional Jewish song arranged as a gentle lullaby. These three folksongs are colourful, original settings well within the grasp of most amateur choirs.

A beautifully constructed song-cycle set to poems from Christina Rosetti to WB Yeats and the sixteenth century French poet Pontus de Tyard. Exploring the themes of yearning and longing at the end of a...

This is a substantial setting of the canticles of Mary and Simeon, suitable for use in both concert and liturgical settings. Notably, the choir is accompanied by piano and organ, a combination that re...

This song was written for the 'NMC Songbook', a CD of contemporary vocal studies. Of a romantic, wistful nature, it is particularly accessible, full of lush Poulenc-inspired harmonies. Echo was first...

An exuberant song of rejoicing at the dawn, with a catchy, toe-tapping refrain of 'Cry jubilee'.

This is a moving and very original work, ideal for a carol service or concert. The addition of the flute (or treble recorder) adds a delicate pastoral flavour.

This joyful carol sets a medieval text celebrating the birth of Christ. The festive message is amplified by an upbeat pulse, dance-like rhythms, and jubilant repetitions of 'Alleluia!'. A punchy organ...

This vibrant nine-movement work unites upper- and mixed-voice choirs in a multi-faceted exploration of colour. A richly scored instrumental accompaniment, which may alternatively be performed by piano...

This vibrant collection presents five jazzy settings of poems from William Blake's Songs of Innocence. Chilcott challenges the listener's expectations by setting each classic text in a different jazz-...

Another issue in the Church Music Society's series of great 16th-century Responds, John Sheppard's Reges Tharsis is for the season of Epiphany, celebrating the visit of the Magi to the infant Jesus. T...

This profoundly beautiful setting by John Rutter of one of the earliest English prayers, from the Sarum Primer of 1514, is presented here in German translation.

With words by the composer, this mesmerising piece comes from the large-scale work, Snow Angel, and celebrates the coming of winter and the everlasting nature of music. Includes an optional cello part...

Setting a heart-breaking wartime text by Wilfrid Wilson Gibson, Pott has created a beautifully poignant piece befitting any Remembrance occasion. Written in memory of Staff Sergeant Olaf Schmid, a bom...