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Music for Listening
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The first 15 tracks on When We Remember are specially edited excerpts of much-loved classics, arranged to fit a regular 3-4 minute play length. Some of these are short and therefore played in their entirety, while most have just an introduction and the main themes. Perfect for music before or after a gathering, or for a period of reflection during a gathering, or simply for relaxing to at any time.
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1 The Swan ("When We Remember" Album)
"The Swan" from Carnival of the Animals
Camile Saint-Saëns (1835-1921)
Cello solo and piano. A straightforward and graceful melody reaches ever-forward, with clear intent and strong phrasing. Sparkling piano imitates a beautiful sunrise on a lake.
Keywords: Calm, reflective, moderate.
Cello: Takao Mizushima
Piano: Rosemary Osborne
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2 Sicilienne ("When We Remember" Album)
"Sicilienne" from Pelleas et Melisande Suite
Gabriel Faure (1845-1924)
Solo Clarinet and Flute, with organ accompaniment. Two instruments intertwine, with the colours and ranges providing an ever-changing viewpoint on the wonder of life.
Keywords: Mysterious, contemplative, beautiful.
Flute: Leah Lock
Clarinet: Deborah de Graaf
Piano: Rosemary Osborne
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3 Concerto de Aranjuez ("When We Remember" Album)
"Adagio" 2nd movement from Concerto de Aranjuez
Joaquim Rodrigo (1901-99)
Strings and Acoustic Guitar discuss the sorrows of life, agreeing that we are
eventually powerless to turn back the hands of time. Sad, but not without the joy of memories.
Keywords: Gentle, sorrowful, resigned.
Guitar Soloist: Murilo Tanouye
WWR String Quartet:
Alexandra Loukianova, Antonia Todorova, Naira Yusofova, Takao Mizushima
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4 Sonata Pathetique ("When We Remember" Album)
"Adagio Cantabile" 2nd Movement from Piano Sonata 'Pathetique' number 8 in C minor Opus 13
Ludwig von Beethoven (1770-1827)
Solo Piano performs a beautiful melody that has been much quoted in popular song and has even appeared with words. A simple and easy-listening favourite.
Keywords: Relaxing, optimistic, sentimental.
Piano: Rosemary Osborne
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5 Adagio in G minor ("When We Remember" Album)
"Adagio" in G minor
Thomaso Albinoni (1671-1750) Arr by Remo Giozotto
Strings and Organ perform an abridged version of this deeply felt and courageous account of grief. Albinoni’s composition believes there is no escaping the inevitable sadness, yearning and regret that death can bring.
Keywords: Sorrow, misery, acceptance.
Organ: Jim Abraham
WWR String Quartet:
Alexandra Loukinova, Antonia Todorova, Naira Yusofova, Takao Mizushima
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6 Pavane ("When We Remember" Album)
"Pavane" in F# minor Opus 50
Gabriel Faure (1845-1924)
Solo flute with simple piano accompaniment. The floating, almost ethereal sound of the flute is explored through both low and high registers. Long phrases almost impossibly sustain through each question and reply.
Keywords: Childlike wonder, yet mature insight.
Flute: Leah Lock
Piano: Rosemary Osborne
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7 Prelude no 1 ("When We Remember" Album)
Prelude No. 1 "Melodia Lirica" in E minor
Heitor Villa-Lobos (1887-1959)
Solo guitar explores a personal point of view on change. Strong melody and chords, with lots of rubato and stretching of time, gives energy to the search for meaning.
Keywords: Masculine, direct, courageous
Guitar: Murilo Tanouye
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8 Air JS Bach ("When We Remember" Album)
"Air" from Orchestral Suite No. 3
Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
Bach skillfully weaves the dance between the four string sections, each maintaining integrity and independent purpose. Completed with a sparkling yet unobtrusive harpsichord accompaniment, this is a beautiful and everlasting classic from the Baroque period.
Keywords: Elegant, knowing, refined.
WWR String Quartet:
Alexandra Loukianova, Antonia Todorova, Naira Yusofova, Takao Mizushima
Continuo: Jim Abraham
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9 Moonlight Sonata ("When We Remember" Album)
"Adagio Sostenuto" 1st Movement from Piano Sonata 'Moonlight' no 14 in C# minor Opus 27
Ludwig von Beethoven (1770-1827)
A simple melody resonates like a tolling bell at the passing of time, while the accompaniment weaves and changes underneath. A beautiful account of the ebb and flow of our emotions. Keywords: Romantic, reflective.
Solo Piano: Rosemary Osborne
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10 Meditation from Thais ("When We Remember" Album)
"Meditation" Intermezzo from 'Thais'
Jules Massenet (1842-1912)
One of Russia’s finest Violinists performs this exquisite melody, accompanied by her husband on Piano. A true gem of honest communication, this rare recording is pure delight.
Keywords: Emotional, vulnerable, passionate
Violin: Alexandra Loukianova
Piano: Carlos Alvarado
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11 Pie Jesu ("When We Remember" Album)
"Pie Jesu" from Requiem
Gabriel Faure (1845-1924)
Solo soprano with organ accompaniment. The simple melody retains a childlike wonder, with limited vibrato ensuring the clarity of this beautiful ray of heavenly light from “Requiem”
Keywords: Pure, grateful, simple
Soprano: Verity Snook
Organ: Jim Abraham
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12 Pachelbel Canon ("When We Remember" Album)
"Canon" in D Major
Pachelbel (1653-1706)
String quartet and harpsichord continuo perform this timeless classic at the perfect tempo for a respectful gathering. The interweaving melodic line is continually developed. Modern variations on the chord progression include “A Whiter Shade of Pale” and Billy Joel’s “Piano Man”!
Keywords: Dignified, continuity, honour.
WWR String Quartet:
Alexandra Loukianova, Antonia Todorova, Naira Yusofova, Takao Mizushima
Harpsichord: Jim Abraham
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13 My Redeemer Liveth ("When We Remember" Album)
"I Know My Redeemer Liveth" from Messiah
George Frideric Handel (1685-1759)
A very popular and often requested classic. Solo Soprano is more expressive
and mature, with elegant Organ accompaniment and relevant English text.
Keywords: Traditional, poised, timeless
Soprano: Verity Snook
Organ: Jim Abraham
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14 Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring ("When We Remember" Album)
Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring
Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
The only solo pipe piece in this collection, this much-loved and adaptable favourite would make an ideal choice for a dignified and respectful conclusion to a funeral gathering.
Keywords: Timeless, gentle, optimistic
Pipe Organ: Jim Abraham
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15 Ave Verum Corpus ("When We Remember" Album)
"Ave Verum Corpus" Motet in D Major
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)
Full Choir and Organ perform this beautiful and moving arrangement by the master of tuneful song. Although the text is in Latin, the intention of the honouring and adoration is clear.
Keywords: Classical, pure, reverent
Organ: Jim Abraham
WWR Choir:
Ganga Karen Ashworth, Jane Hennessy, Michelle Ollson, Loraine Silk, Verity Snook, Sue Taylor, Ami Williamson, Daniel Barnett, Daniel Brown, Brad Child, Iva Davies, Lionel Robinson, Brydon Stace, Dan Walker
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Music for Singing & Ceremony
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These nine tracks have been engineered specifically for supporting group singing, or for playing at a variety of large or small venues and speaker systems for best results.
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16 The Lord's My Shepherd ("When We Remember" Album)
The Lord's My Shepherd
Text from Psalm 23
Music “Crimond” JS Irvine (1836-87)
With text taken from the Christian Bible, this very popular hymn reaffirms belief in the power of Jesus, and the comfort that this faith brings. This setting is to music known as Crimond; there are also other melodic versions of this hymn in use.
Keywords: Traditional, comforting, affirming.
Organ: Jim Abraham
WWR Choir:
Ganga Karen Ashworth, Jane Hennessy, Michelle Ollson, Loraine Silk, Verity Snook, Sue Taylor, Ami Williamson, Daniel Barnett, Daniel Brown, Brad Child, Iva Davies, Lionel Robinson, Brydon Stace, Dan Walker
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17 Going Home - Christ Gone Before ("When We Remember" Album)
Going Home / Christ Has Gone Before
Lyrics: Unknown
Melody: Anton Dvorak (1841-1904)
This beautiful, haunting melody has its roots in folksong, and is taken from the 2nd movement from Dvorak’s 9th Symphony (New World). Christian lyrics reassure and comfort.
Keywords: Beautiful, calm, wise.
Organ: Jim Abraham
WWR Choir: Ganga Karen Ashworth, Jane Hennessy, Michelle Ollson, Loraine Silk, Verity Snook, Sue Taylor, Ami Williamson, Daniel Barnett, Daniel Brown, Brad Child, Iva Davies, Lionel Robinson, Brydon Stace, Dan Walker
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18 Abide with Me ("When We Remember" Album)
Abide With Me
Lyrics: Henry Francis Lyte (1793-1847)
Melody: 'Eventide' W H Monk 1847 (1823-89)
Written just weeks before his own death, Lyte’s words for Evensong at his parish church have become some of the most popular of all-time. This arrangement by Melissa Abraham includes SATB Choir, Orchestra and Brass Band. Please be sure to listen right through, and take part in the complete journey. A wonderfully moving and professional quality version specifically engineered to support group singing at a remembrance or funeral.
Keywords: Direct, powerful, inclusive.
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19 Going Home - Live in Me ("When We Remember" Album)
Going Home / Live In Me
Lyrics: Melissa Abraham
Melody: Anton Dvorak (1841-1904)
A slightly different arrangement from Track 17 Going Home / Christ Gone Before on the "When We Remember" album, down one tone, this version includes words that are secular. Respectful of all mourners, and possible variations in faith and belief.
Keywords: Modern, personal, courageous.
Organ: Jim Abraham
WWR Choir: Ganga Karen Ashworth, Jane Hennessy, Michelle Ollson, Loraine Silk, Verity Snook, Sue Taylor, Ami Williamson, Daniel Barnett, Daniel Brown, Brad Child, Iva Davies, Lionel Robinson, Brydon Stace, Dan Walker
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20 Amazing Grace - Choir ("When We Remember" Album)
Amazing Grace (Choir)
Lyrics: John Newton 1772 (1725-1807)
Melody: 'New Britain' W Walker 1835
This well-known hymn was written by a reformed slave-trader, in the wonder of Christ revealed. Known the world over, it has become symbolic of many traditions. Opening with a solo voice, slowly but surely others gather around, uniting in comfort and strength of purpose. A wonderfully moving and professional quality version specifically engineered to support group singing at a remembrance or funeral.
Keywords: Wide appeal, relevant, popular
Soloist: Ganga Karen Ashworth
Piano: Melissa Abraham
WWR Choir: Ganga Karen Ashworth, Jane Hennessy, Michelle Ollson, Loraine Silk, Verity Snook, Sue Taylor, Ami Williamson, Daniel Barnett, Daniel Brown, Brad Child, Iva Davies, Lionel Robinson, Brydon Stace, Dan Walker
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21 Amazing Grace - Bagpipe ("When We Remember" Album)
Amazing Grace (Bagpipe)
Traditional
Though wonderful to sing, there are many that believe the true beauty of this Celtic folksong is only revealed when performed by a lone Bagpipe. Keywords: Haunting, beautiful, dignified.
Piper: Robert Pearce
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22 The Last Post ("When We Remember" Album)
Solo trumpet is both defiant and vulnerable, with a human quality to the imagined words that are spoken. Three of the most important military musical traditions are included on this album: The Last Post (Track 22), The Rouse (Track 23) and Taps (Track 24).
These bugle calls are often used daily in the Armed Services, and are also played in tribute at the end of a soldier’s life. The Last Post (sunset) and the Rouse (sunrise) is of British origin, while Taps is from the American tradition.
Keywords: Respect, pride, honour.
Trumpet: Melissa Abraham
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23 The Rouse ("When We Remember" Album)
Solo trumpet is both defiant and vulnerable, with a human quality to the imagined words that are spoken. Three of the most important military musical traditions are included on this album: The Last Post (Track 22), The Rouse (Track 23) and Taps (Track 24).
These bugle calls are often used daily in the Armed Services, and are also played in tribute at the end of a soldier’s life. The Last Post (sunset) and the Rouse (sunrise) is of British origin, while Taps is from the American tradition.
Keywords: Respect, pride, honour.
Trumpet: Melissa Abraham
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24 Taps ("When We Remember" Album)
Solo trumpet is both defiant and vulnerable, with a human quality to the imagined words that are spoken. Three of the most important military musical traditions are included on this album: The Last Post (Track 22), The Rouse (Track 23) and Taps (Track 24).
These bugle calls are often used daily in the Armed Services, and are also played in tribute at the end of a soldier’s life. The Last Post (sunset) and the Rouse (sunrise) is of British origin, while Taps is from the American tradition.
Keywords: Respect, pride, honour.
Trumpet: Melissa Abraham
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