Adiemus - Songs Of Sanctuary: 2LP

Adiemus is a musical project mainly conceived by former Soft Machine keyboardist Karl Jenkins. It features independent South - African vocalist Miriam Stockley, the London Philharmonic Orchestra (conducted by Jenkins on this album), and other contributors. The music often invites comparisons with groups like Dead Can Dance, Enigma, and Deep Forest. In the album's liner notes, Jenkins describes it as an extended choral work rooted in the European classical tradition, with vocal sounds similar to 'ethnic' or 'world' music. The music of Adiemus uses voices without lyrics; the text is written phonetically, treating words as instrumental sounds to enhance melisma. The album's mood ranges from gentle tribal rhythms to ecclesiastical tones, creating an image of an enchanting global youth or female choir, less mysteriously foreboding than the aforementioned groups. It has textures similar to the ethereal vocalese in some of Mike Oldfield's more serene works, with uplifting melodies set in intelligent, classically - influenced musical frameworks. Tracklist: Side A - 1. Adiemus, 2. Tintinnabulum; Side B - 3. Cantus Inaequalis, 4. Cantus Insolitus, 5. In Caelum Fero; Side C - 6. Cantus Iteratus, 7. Amaté Adea; Side D - 8. Kayama, 9. Hymn.

To enjoy this Adiemus double LP album, simply place it on a compatible record player. Make sure the needle is properly aligned to avoid any scratches on the vinyl. When not in use, store the album in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent warping. Clean the vinyl gently with a soft, anti - static brush before each play to keep the sound quality high. Don't stack heavy objects on top of the album, as it can damage the vinyl. Also, handle the album by the edges to avoid getting fingerprints on the playing surface, which can affect the sound.