Aaron Copland & Virgil Thomson: Sacred & Secular Choral Music

Gloriae Dei Cantores takes us on a wild ride through the minds of Aaron Copland and Virgil Thomson with their latest release. This album is like a musical rollercoaster, with twists and turns that will leave you breathless. Copland's iconic Americana sound is front and centre on tracks like "Appalachian Spring", with its sweeping strings and folksy melodies. Thomson's playful wit shines through on pieces like "Five Songs from William Blake", with its quirky lyrics and off-kilter harmonies. But it's not all smooth sailing on this album. Some tracks feel a bit disjointed, like they were thrown together without much thought. And at times, the music can feel a bit too serious, lacking the lightheartedness that made Copland and Thomson's work so beloved in the first place. Overall, Gloriae Dei Cantores delivers a solid effort with this album. It's a fun, if slightly uneven, romp through the minds of two musical geniuses. So buckle up, hold on tight, and enjoy the ride.