Hear the Byrds recorded in November 2024
In November 2024, we had the pleasure of working with Steve Swinden from Chorum Records to record a selection of pieces that truly showcase our musical range. The recordings took place in our regular performance venue, Christ Church, West Didsbury, allowing us to capture our sound in a space that feels like home.
We carefully selected four contrasting pieces to highlight our versatility. From the radiant joy of Finzi’s My Spirit Sang All Day to the rich, contemplative harmonies of Bruckner’s Christus Factus Est, each piece reflects a different aspect of our choral identity. To bring these recordings to life visually, we incorporated stunning images from our recent photoshoot with Matt Priestly into the accompanying videos.
For Britten’s Rejoice in the Lamb and our Musical Director Keith Orrell’s A Benedictine Anthem, we were delighted to be joined by organist Robert Woods. The latter piece also featured a beautiful solo by Diana McLean. Performing Keith’s composition was a particularly special experience, and we highly recommend it to other choirs—if you're interested in hiring scores, visit our library.
We hope you enjoy listening to these recordings as much as we enjoyed making them!
