Bernstein:
Psalm 108
Psalm 100
Psalm 131
Psalm 133

Allegri:
Miserere mei, Deus

Byrd:
Teach me, O Lord

Wesley:
Ascribe unto the Lord

Purcell:
Thy word is a lantern unto my feet, Z. 61

C. H. H. Parry:
Hear my words, ye people

The Psalms of David are arguably the portion of the Old Testament that has been enfolded most completely within the Christian tradition and its liturgies. Their messages of strife and joy, prayer and praise, resonate strong and loud alongside the teachings of Jesus, and find special expression in musical settings. This disc is an exploration of all these themes, as interpreted by composers over the course of four and a half centuries – with music by Allegri, Bernstein, Byrd, Parry, Purcell and Wesley.

The Temple Church is one of the most historic and beautiful churches in London. Situated between Fleet Street and the Thames Embankment, its recorded musical history extends back to its restoration in 1841, although a church has stood on the site for over 800 years. This is Signum’s second disc with the choir, following 2010’s release of ?The Majesty of Thy Glory (SIGCD225).

“Such enterprising and polished music-making deserves widespread currency. The engineering and editing are faultless, the booklet comprehensive and informative. Many choirs (and organists) could learn much from this jubilant release, which proves that the Temple Church Choir is among the very best. Strongly recommended.”