June Bronhill With The John McCarthy Singers – Sacred Songs

June Bronhill With The John McCarthy Singers – Sacred Songs

Sacred Songs is a moving collection of cherished religious and inspirational music performed by the much-loved Australian soprano June Bronhill, accompanied by the renowned John McCarthy Singers. Combining devotional favourites, classical masterpieces, and traditional hymns, the album showcases Bronhill's warm lyric soprano and her gift for communicating the emotional and spiritual qualities of sacred music.

Best known for her work in opera, operetta, and musical theatre, Bronhill was admired for her purity of tone and expressive singing. On this recording she turns to a selection of beloved sacred works, bringing grace and sincerity to music that has inspired audiences and congregations for generations.

The programme includes timeless favourites such as Ave Maria, Nearer My God To Thee, The Holy City, and Abide With Me, alongside celebrated classical selections including the Nun's Chorus from Johann Strauss II's Casanova, the Easter Hymn from Pietro Mascagni's Cavalleria Rusticana, and Handel's much-loved Largo from Xerxes. The addition of the John McCarthy Singers provides a rich choral backdrop that enhances the album's uplifting atmosphere.

Beautifully performed and deeply reverent in spirit, Sacred Songs is a rewarding collection for admirers of sacred music, classical vocal recordings, and inspirational choral works.

Tracklist:

Side A

1. Nun's Chorus (From Casanova)
2. Flocks In Pastures Green Abiding (From Cantata No. 208)
3. Easter Hymn (From Cavalleria Rusticana)
4. Ave Maria
5. O For The Wings Of A Dove
6. Nearer My God To Thee

Side B

1. Bless This House
2. Largo (From The Opera Xerxes)
3. Agnus Dei
4. The Holy City
5. O Divine Redeemer
6. Abide With Me