"For once the 5 stars are worth it. The choral works on disc 1 are masterful benchmark interpretations of the pick of Vivaldi's sacred output. What makes it a real bargain however is the second disc of cantatas - one of Emma Kirkby and Catherine Bott's finest achievements on the old L'Oiseau Lyre label. Couple this with full texts and an intelligent booklet. Wonderful!"
A "must have"
Niya | 05/11/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This is the ONLY version of "Gloria" you should own! The Choir of Christ Church is amazing and truly does justice to Vivaldi's work."
Glorious Music-Making
Lucho | Chicago, IL | 04/13/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"The men and boys of Christ Church Cathedral sing with a clarity and fineness of tuning on this album that all choirs everywhere should emulate. The result is a rendition of Vivaldi's masterpiece that rings with a beauty unparalleled in any other recording. Emma Kirkby is celestial as usual. A hidden treasure on this double-album is the Trio Sonata, which is a splendid exhibition of the instrumental virtuosity of Hogwood and The Academy of Ancient Music. Purchase this album, and be inspired over and over again."