Aeternum

Composers: Jēkabs Jančevskis
Compositions: Aeternum and other choral works
Performers: Choir of Riga Cathedral School, Jurģis Cābulis
Catalogue Number: Hyperion CDA68328

Not long ago, good choral music seemed to be the preserve of the English, another cultural export of the British Empire. The superb singing on this recording attests to the fact that this is no longer the case. Not only do the Baltic States have very fine choirs, they also have accomplished and imaginative composers of choral music. Estonian, Arvo Pärt led the way, but more recently Latvians, Ērik Ešenvalds, Uģis Praulinš and Rihards Dubra have captivated singers and listeners alike.

This first album...