Apollo's Fire

“Apollo’s Fire is responsible for some of the most enjoyable Vivaldi interpretations I’ve heard… Here, Apollo’s Singers tackle the complexity of Handel’s Dixit Dominus with aplomb.  There’s a rich, malty flavour to the ensemble’s strings throughout, while trumpeter Barry Bauguess provides a showstopping moment.” 
- The Independent, London, UK

“Divinely striking… perfect pitch and innocent harmony. Every voice enters with razor precision.  A grand testimony of Apollo’s Fire’s excellence in delivery, blend and interpretation.” 
- ConcertoNet.com

Processional

Eternal Source of Light Divine: Ode for the Birthday of Queen Anne, HWV 74
Eternal source of light divine
The day that gave great Anna birth
Let all the winged race with joy
Let flocks and herds their fears forget
Kind health descends on downy wings
The day that gave great Anna birth
United nations shall combine

Zadok the Priest (Coronation Anthem No. 1), HWV 258
Zadok the Priest
God save the King!
Plainchant: Dixit Dominus Domino meo

Dixit Dominus, HWV 232
Dixit Dominus Domino meo
Virgam virtutis
Tecum principium in die virtutis
Juravit Dominus
Tu es sacerdos
Dominus a dextris tuis
De torrente in via
Gloria Patri et filio

Bonus Track: The Lord Shall Reign (from Israel in Egypt, HWV 54)