The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace' was commissioned by the Royal Armouries to mark the transition from one millennium to another. It reflects on the passing of 'the most war-torn and destructive century in human history' and looks forward in hope to a more peaceful future. 'The Armed Man' is dedicated to the victims of the Kosovo conflict, whose tragedy was unfolding as it was being composed. It was first performed in 2000 by the London Philharmonic Orchestra and the National Youth Choir of Great Britain, conducted by Jenkins himself. The 25th anniversary edition includes a cover redesign; a history of the commission by Guy Wilson, Master of the Armouries; updated biographies for contributors; and new notes from Julian Lloyd Webber reflecting on the debut performance, plus a note from Sir Karl himself.
Track Listing:
1. The armed man, 'A mass for peace', The Armed Man (Karl Jenkins) - Various Performers
2. The armed man, 'A mass for peace', The Call to Prayers (Adhaan) (Karl Jenkins) - Various Performers
3. The armed man, 'A mass for peace', Kyrie (Karl Jenkins) - Various Performers
4. The armed man, 'A mass for peace', Save Me from Bloody Men (Karl Jenkins) - Various Performers
5. The armed man, 'A mass for peace', Sanctus (Karl Jenkins) - Various Performers
6. The armed man, 'A mass for peace', Hymn Before Action (Karl Jenkins) - Various Performers
7. The armed man, 'A mass for peace', Charge! (Karl Jenkins) - Various Performers
1. The armed man, 'A mass for peace', Angry Flames (Karl Jenkins) - Various Performers
2. The armed man, 'A mass for peace', Torches (Karl Jenkins) - Various Performers
3. The armed man, 'A mass for peace', Agnus Dei (Karl Jenkins) - Various Performers
4. The armed man, 'A mass for peace', Now the Guns Have Stopped (Karl Jenkins) - Various Performers
5. The armed man, 'A mass for peace', Benedictus (Karl Jenkins) - Various Performers
6. The armed man, 'A mass for peace', Better Is Peace (Karl Jenkins) - Various Performers
7. For the Fallen (In Memoriam Alfryn Jenkins) (Karl Jenkins) - Various Performers
The colour of this vinyl is digitally rendered for illustrative purposes. The colour of the final product may vary slightly..
