Jesus' blood never failed me yet [CD] ; The sinking of the Titanic : original Obscure Records recordings

This gorgeous archival release features a newly remastered version of Gavin Bryars' legendary cult classic album, which was the first release in Eno's Obscure Records series. This new album contains the two pieces that made up the two sides of the original vinyl release, emphasizing the second piece Jesus' Blood Never Failed Me Yet; which achieved huge success in its later version on Point Records, no longer available today. A rare and anticipated reissue.

General Note:

Title from disc label.

Jesus' blood never failed me yet is for pre-recorded voice of an old tramp with added chamber orchestra. The sinking of the Titanic is based on thematic material emanating from and inspired by reports of the 1912 sinking of the Titanic; incorporates reminiscences from a survivor.

Durations: 25:55 ; 24:24.

Booklet with program notes by the composer in English (11 pages) inserted in container.

Performers:

In the 1st work: Cockpit Ensemble (directors Howard Rees and Howard Davidson) with John Nash, violin ; Sandra Hill, double bass ; conducted by Gavin Bryars. Additional tapes using music played by the strings of the New Music Ensemble of San Francisco Conservatory of Music directed by John Adams. Gavin Bryars, piano ; Angela Bryars, music box ; Eva Hart, spoken voice. In the 2nd work: Cockpit Ensemble (directors Howard Rees and Howard Davidson), Derek Bailey, guitar ; Michael Nyman, organ ; John Nash, violin ; John White, tuba ; Sandra Hill, double bass ; Eva Hart, survivor, spoken voice ; conducted by Gavin Bryars.

Contents:

Jesus' blood never failed me yet (25:55) The sinking of the titanic (24:24).

Corporate Subject:

Titanic (Steamship) -- Songs and music.

Subject Term:

Monologues with music (Voice with chamber orchestra)

Monologues with music (Electronics)

Aleatory music.

Genre:

Program music.

Chamber music.

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