Reviews

Florilegium Chamber Choir

"The Florilegium Chamber Choir is a tight-knit group of 29 excellent singers with a rich sound, seamless line, and outstanding ensemble." Journal of Singing. "The Florilegium Chamber Choir performs brilliantly in this most unusual recording ...a compelling performance. American Record Guide. Florilegium was singled out by Bill Zakariasen of The New York Daily News for the best concert performance in 1985.

MUSGRAVE: Rorate Coeli: "One of the richest and most imaginative things Thea Musgrave has done." Andrew Porter, The New Yorker." A setting full of text painting and dramatic energy" ... Four Madrigals: "Dance-like and pensive by turn, these settings of Sir Thomas Wyatt are delightful listening." Journal of Singing.

ZAIMONT: Serenade: To Music: "No less rewarding is Zaimont's Serenade: To Music, a shimmering, filigree setting." ... Parable: "Zaimont has fashioned a powerfully theatrical work ... Solo voices are combined with the ensemble in varying textures, evoking vivid images which complement the strongly emotional story." Journal of Singing. "A great work!" Gregg Smith, conductor.