Continuing their acclaimed series of recordings devoted to American composers, Gloriae Dei Cantores now presents a sampling of sacred choral music by award-winning American composer, Samuel Adler. Over thirty-five years of works are represented here, from his Two Psalm Motets to his most recent motet, Psalm 124. Highlights include the first recording of his Transfiguration Mass for choir, organ and brass, commissioned by Gloriae Dei Cantores, as well as Verses from Isaiah for choir, organ, brass and handbells. Also of note is a piece for women’s choir and handbells, Let us Rejoice, as well as the moving a cappella anthem, I Think Continually of Those. Two works from the Jewish Liturgy are also included: L 'Chah Dodi and Mah Tovu. The CD is rounded out with a selection of anthems and psalm settings. Adler's fresh and imaginative harmonic and melodic language brings a heightened awareness of the texts of these works as well as giving the listener a personal expression that is unique to each work. Adler's infectious energy will be evident to all who listen.
