- Audio CD (July 16 1996)
- SPARS Code: DDD
- Number of Discs: 1
- Label: EMI Music Canada
- ASIN: B000026LUB
- Other Editions: Audio CD | Audio Cassette
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #45,090 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
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Track Listings
| 1. Adiemus |
| 2. Tintinnabulum |
| 3. Cantus Inaequalis |
| 4. Cantus Insolitus |
| 5. In Caelum Fero |
| 6. Cantus Iteratus |
| 7. Amaté Adea |
| 8. Kayama |
| 9. Hymn |
Product Description
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If you have seen a Delta Airlines television commercial that features an African-sounding, childlike choral chant in its soundtrack, you have experienced the title track from Songs of Sanctuary. Adiemus is largely the brainchild of former Soft Machine keyboardist Karl Jenkins, with participation from independent vocalist Miriam Stockley, a native of South Africa; the London Philharmonic Orchestra (which Jenkins conducts on this album) and others. The music of Adiemus will prompt inevitable comparisons to acts such as Dead Can Dance, Enigma and Deep Forest. In the album's liner notes, Jenkins describes the album as "an extended choral-type work based on the European classical tradition, but where the vocal sound is more akin to 'ethnic' or 'world' music." The music of Adiemus, Jenkins later explains, includes voices but not lyrics: "The text was written phonetically with the words viewed as instrumental sound, the idea being to maximise the melisma (an expressive vocal phrase) by removing the distraction, if one can call it that, of words." Ranging in mood from gently tribal to ecclesiastical, Adiemus succeeds in creating the impression of an enchanted global youth or female choir, yet one less forebodingly mysterious than any of the groups previously mentioned. Here you will find textures similar to the ethereal vocalese found in some of Mike Oldfield's more beatific works. The textures are largely uplifting, set within intelligent, classically influenced musical frameworks. --Terry Wood
Album Description
Remastered Super Audio (hybrid) CD edition of 1995 album for ethno-classical project of composer/conductor Karl Jenkins (Soft Machine). Nine tracks featuring Miriam Stockley on vocals & The London Philharmonic. Will play on CD & SACD players. Virgin. 2003.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
An exciting sanctuary,
By "therockyroad" (Australia) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Adiemus 1 Songs Of Sanctuary (Audio CD)
I first came across the title track Adiemus when it was used in a statewide schools music exam and it entranced me (fortunately I was the supervising teacher not a student trying to do the exam!)The phonetic use of vocals is very beautiful. Reminds me of the way Pat Metheny uses voices but in a different style. Its not easy to find over here and everyone who hears my CD wants to get it. Also check out His "Adiemus Variations" for strings on the Diamond Music album.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Music!!!,
By An Anonymous Composer (Boston, Mass, USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Adiemus 1 Songs Of Sanctuary (Audio CD)
This music is an amzing example of how words mean close to nothing in a piece. Karl Jenkins forms an entire song over one mesure of rhythm. 16th 16th 16th 16th 8th 8th 8th 8th. The words mean nothing, but if you close your eyes you can just see the southern costal tip of africa. This is a must hear for any music teacher, director, conposer, conductor, or performer. Even if you don't know much sbout music this CD will take your breath away.
5.0 out of 5 stars
You Instantly Fall in Love,
By ChoirChick (San Jose, California) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Adiemus 1 Songs Of Sanctuary (Audio CD)
I first came across this cd when I learned that my choir was to sing the first track, "Adiemus." I instantly fell in love with it. The arrangements of the music and voices is simply beautiful. It is perfect background music for a relaxing day. Every time I practice "Adiemus" with the choir it is so much fun. I love the entire cd and look forward to singing "Adiemus" at our winter concert. I hope more people discover it and enjoy it's unique sound.
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