Label: Signum Classics
Format: CD
Barcode: 0635212077924
Catalog number: SIGCD 779
Releasedate: 12-01-24
Format: CD
Barcode: 0635212077924
Releasedate: 12-01-24
- World premiere recording of the chamber version of The Armed Man
Their third release on Signum Classics, David Temple and Hertfordshire Chorus present Karl Jenkin’s The Armed Man. This is the first recording of the ensemble version of The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace. It was conceived by the composer as an alternative where performances of the full symphonic version are not possible. The work loses none of its impact, retaining the same big sound with driving rhythms, thundering climaxes, fearful moments and tender, memorable melodies. This recording features celebrated mezzo soprano Kathryn Rudge as well as muezzin Osama Kiwan and cellist Jamal Aliyev.