This amazing piece was composed for the coronation of Edward VII in 1902 and has been performed at every English coronation since. It is the quintessential British ceremonial piece, with thrilling grandeur of the first order. What you’re hearing came from a live concert, and we included the middle section, usually omitted. Its almost boisterous “Vivats” summon up the electrifying atmosphere of the grand coronation ritual in Westminster Abbey.

– Dennis Keene, Artistic Director

CHARLES HUBERT PARRY I Was Glad

Voices of Ascension
Dennis Keene, Artistic Director
Andrew Henderson, Organ
Barry Centanni, Timpani

Recorded live in concert April 14, 2016 at Church of the Ascension
The singers in this performance are represented by the American Guild of Musical Artists, AFL-CIO.