James Gilchrist (tenor), Neal Davies (bass), Iestyn Davies (counter-tenor); Choir of St John's College, Cambridge; St John's Sinfonia, Andrew Nethsingha
Chandos CHAN 0790
An inspired idea to couple well-known works by Purcell with pieces by his slightly older, and tragically short-lived, contemporary Humfrey. His anthem 'O Lord My God' is cast on the largest of scales, and comes across superbly in excellent sound. Gilchrist and Davies are particularly impressive here, as they are in Purcell's so-called 'bell' anthem, 'Rejoice in the Lord Always'. The choir are on top form, and are joined by an instrumental ensemble whose name hides a who's-who of the UK early music scene. Warmly recommended.
*****
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