Lux (the Latin for “light”) brings hope, banishes darkness and nurtures both the body and the spirit — it has inspired composers from the earliest times until the present day.
A luminous selection of pieces spanning over 400 years: from Thomas Tallis and Gregorio Allegri to Massive Attack (Teardrop) and Ben Folds Five (The Luckiest - which appeared on the soundtrack for Richard Curtis’s film About Time).
Includes popular classics such as Allegri’s “Miserere” and Elgar’s “Nimrod”
Paul Mealor’s “Ubi Caritas,” was commissioned by Prince William and sung at the Prince’s wedding to Catherine Middleton in 2011.• Features works by two of the most talked about composers of our time: Norway’s Ola Gjeilo and Will Todd (UK)
Classic FM (UK) has been closely involved in repertoire selection for this album
There is something inherently comforting about the sound of unaccompanied voices blended in harmony
Saxophone, cello, harp and water glasses make otherworldly additions to several tracks
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Music| Posted April 23, 2025 Lux is a stunning choral compilation that masterfully blends sacred works from the Renaissance to the modern day. Featuring timeless pieces like Allegri’s “Miserere” and Elgar’s “Nimrod,” the album evokes a deep sense of peace and reflection. Highlights include Paul Mealor’s “Ubi Caritas,” commissioned for the royal wedding, and contemporary arrangements of tracks by Massive Attack and Ben Folds Five. With rich harmonies and unique instrumentation—like harp, cello, and even water glasses—Lux offers a transcendent listening experience that nourishes the soul.
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