Stowe / Roden / Hynes- Psalms
One does not have to be religious to appreciate the depth, inspiration, and melodiousness of PSALMS, Eloise Hynes Stowe's new album from Navona Records. Scored for voice and piano, and occasionally supplemented by flute and violin, these psalms and hymns immediately demonstrate the literary and emotional grasp of the biblical texts and ecclesiastical interpretations. Stowe effortlessly manages to clothe the scripture into a tonal tapestry which is equal parts tender and listenable, in an appealing style which wouldn't be out of place in a Christian musical. Exuberant and optimistic, they are a testament not only to the church's teachings, but also to the intuitive power of music.
Tracklist:
- How marvelous is Thy name
- I will praise Thee, o Lord, with my whole heart
- Lord is my shepherd
- Blessed is he
- Habbakuk's song
- By the rivers of Babylon
- Jehovah shalom
- Oh Lord you have searched me and known me
- Take my life and let it be
- Thanks to God for my redeemer
- When I survey the wondrous cross
- Open your hearts
- As the sun
- beloved
- I poured out praise to the Lord
- As the eyes of the father
One does not have to be religious to appreciate the depth, inspiration, and melodiousness of PSALMS, Eloise Hynes Stowe's new album from Navona Records. Scored for voice and piano, and occasionally supplemented by flute and violin, these psalms and hymns immediately demonstrate the literary and emotional grasp of the biblical texts and ecclesiastical interpretations. Stowe effortlessly manages to clothe the scripture into a tonal tapestry which is equal parts tender and listenable, in an appealing style which wouldn't be out of place in a Christian musical. Exuberant and optimistic, they are a testament not only to the church's teachings, but also to the intuitive power of music.
Tracklist:
- How marvelous is Thy name
- I will praise Thee, o Lord, with my whole heart
- Lord is my shepherd
- Blessed is he
- Habbakuk's song
- By the rivers of Babylon
- Jehovah shalom
- Oh Lord you have searched me and known me
- Take my life and let it be
- Thanks to God for my redeemer
- When I survey the wondrous cross
- Open your hearts
- As the sun
- beloved
- I poured out praise to the Lord
- As the eyes of the father