Matthew gillis^wendy catlin^gordon myers^sharon hunter^timothy pehta^elizabeth c. patterson –

God's trombones

Gordon Myers: God's Trombone (2018) performed by Br. Matthew Gillis (vocals), Br. Paul Norman (vocals), Christine Helfrich (soprano) / composed by Gordon Myers - This recording captures the poetry of James Weldon Johnson in a vigorous and moving musical setting by American composer and singer, Gordon Myers (1919-2006). One of the missions of Gloriae Dei Cantores is to preserve in recordings worthy American sacred music that would otherwise be neglected. This splendid oratorio certainly fits that category and has been performed by large choral groups for more than fifty years. James Weldon Johnson wanted to portray the old-time preacher" from the early 19th century that was rapidly disappearing by the 1920's. When Myers composed the work, he said he wanted to blend the best elements of a church choir, folksongs and Afro-American spirituals. The result is a work full of energy, warmth, good fun and a dose of Americana. Gloriæ Dei Cantores is proud to re-release this recording, originally from 1995, as part of their effort towards the preservation of American sacred music."

Country of Pressing	US
Artist	Matthew Gillis^Wendy Catlin^Gordon Myers^Sharon Hunter^Timothy Pehta^Elizabeth C. Patterson
Released	2018
Music Genre	Classical
Label	PARACLETE PRESS
Condition	New
UPC	709887013225
SKU	al-709887013225

1.1 God's Trombones
1.2 Listen, Lord - A Prayer
1.3 The Creation
1.4 The Prodigal Son
1.5 Go Down, Death - A Funeral
1.6 Noah Built the Ark
1.7 The Crucifixion
1.8 The Judgment Day