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British record label:choirs & pipe organs
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OxRecs DIGITAL is a British independent record label established in 1985 by Bernard Martin.[citation needed] The label specializes in location recordings of choirs and pipe organs with a focus on notable institutions, particularly Oxford and Cambridge colleges. It is known for releasing a series of recordings featuring organs from Oxford, Cambridge, and Eton College, contributing to both cultural preservation and fundraising initiatives.[citation needed]
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| OxRecs DIGITAL | |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1985 |
| Founder | Bernard H. Martin |
| Status | Active |
| Genre | pipe organ, choral |
| Location | Oxford, England |
| Official website | www |
Overview
OxRecs was established with the aim of faithfully capturing choir and pipe organ performances, particularly from renowned academic institutions. In 1991, the label released its first major project, The Organs of Oxford, a two-volume CD set that raised funds for the University of Oxford’s Campaign for Oxford. This success led to further projects, including The Organs of Cambridge and The Organs of Eton College. It has collaborated with prominent organists some of whom are listed below.
Notable Releases
OxRecs has produced several recordings featuring historically significant organs and choirs, discs include:
The Organs of Oxford (1991)
The Organs of Cambridge (1995)
The Organs of Eton College (1996)
Archive Recordings from Magdalen College Choir, Oxford (1906–1960)
Blitz Requiem (with poet Francis Warner and organist David Goode)
Anthem for Easter Day (featuring King’s College Choir and Eton College Choir)
Artists, venues, and instruments
OxRecs has worked with a range of distinguished choirs and organists, including:
Organists
Stephen Cleobury, Stephen Darlington, David Goode, Charles Harrison, Richard Marlow, Robert Quinney, and Bernard Rose
Choirs
Oxford Colleges
Magdalen, Christ_Church_Cathedral, Exeter, Oriel, Queen's, St John's, St Peter's, Wadham, and Worcester
Cambridge and others
Gonville & Caius and King's, Cheltenham College, Durham, Oxford Bach Choir, Oxford_Pro_Musica, and St Mary's Cathedral, Glasgow.
Venues for recordings have included Oxford and Cambridge colleges, Durham Cathedral, and Eton College. The label has also recorded on notable instruments such as the replica Wetheringsett and Wingfield Tudor organs, built by Goetze and Gwynn.
Recording Approach
OxRecs places a strong emphasis on authenticity by recording on location, capturing the unique acoustic environment of the organs and choirs in which they perform. This focus on preserving the original sound of the performance is a hallmark of the label's production approach.
Reception
OxRecs’ releases have been praised in publications like Studio Sound.[1] and Oxford Today[2]
The label has been recognized for its contributions to both the musical and academic communities, with projects that include collaborations with composers and poets, such as Francis Warner.
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