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"Comfort, Comfort Ye My People" - Bourgeois, White, Canto Deo

One of my favorite, lesser-known hymns.  It is typically sung at Advent, but I think it is applicable year-round.  The Melody is by Louis Bourgeois, 1551; this setting is by David Ashley White (b.1944; who incidentally is at the University of Houston); this performance is by Canto Deo Chamber Choir.  Enjoy!

"Jewett" - Cantus

Another great men's vocal group, Cantus.  I heard this on Prairie Home Companion yesterday, and it reminded me of the William Billings songs I've sung/heard before (see this post).  I couldn't find it on YouTube, so click the 'play' button or the link below to hear it.  Enjoy!

Jewett
http://www.myspace.com/cantusmensinging/music/songs/jewett-79457374