Sunday Feature A Symphony Of Psalms

BBC Radio 3

Leído por Cerys Matthews

(5 estrellas; 2 reseñas)

In this captivating episode of Sunday Feature, Cerys Matthews explores the enduring influence of the Psalms on musicians and composers across the centuries and genres, from plainsong to pop, choral to country, and jazz to reggae. She reflects on her personal connection to these powerful texts, which have traveled the world and been reinterpreted across cultures.

The Psalms have inspired a diverse array of composers, including Schutz, Handel, Mendelssohn, Stravinsky, Duke Ellington, Sinead O'Connor, and U2. Their themes of praise, thanksgiving, and resistance resonate through African American spirituals and play a fundamental role in various religious events and concert repertoires.

Join Cerys as she delves into the universal influence of these ancient poems, examining how they continue to speak to us in times of trouble, love, sadness, conflict, and joy.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.