“These are performances of rare power and intensity.” International Record Review “MacMillan is one of the most prolific and sought-after composers working today.” American Choral Journal “...extraordinary discipline, precision, and passion..." AllMusic.com • Cappella Nova follow on from their “undeniably beautiful” (The Financial Times) Linn debut, ‘James MacMillan – Tenebrae’, with their second volume of choral works by the leading contemporary composer. • The outstanding Scottish group have a unique relationship with James MacMillan, the composer having written several works for them. • All of the tracks are premiere recordings, recorded under the supervision of the composer. Included is the last of the Strathclyde Motets – seven having been included on ‘Tenebrae’. • Also included is the mass James MacMillan wrote specifically for Pope Benedict XVI’s visit to Scotland in September 2010, sung by over 150,000 people. • Cappella Nova is “famous for its performances of contemporary music” (The Guardian), having commissioned and premiered more than 60 new works since 1986. • Besides appearances in many British festivals, the group has toured many times abroad, including several visits to Europe and the USA. • James MacMillan launched his international career at the BBC Proms in 1990 with the critically acclaimed The Confession of Isobel Gowdie. Since then MacMillan has been awarded a CBE (January 2004) and has created one of the strongest portfolios of contemporary compositions with many award-winning recordings and acclaimed concert performances worldwide.