Choose Something Like a Star – The Choral Music of Randall Thompson
The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square · 2005
59 min · 14 tracks · classical · contemporary worship music
A serene blend of choral harmonies with evocative texts that resonate deeply with the human experience.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- serene choral harmonies throughout
- evocative texts for deep reflection
- dynamic wave-like pacing experience
- ideal for contemplative listening
- suitable for peaceful gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Choose Something Like a Star' was released in 2005, The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square was already an established institution, known for its rich choral tradition. This album came during a period of renewal for the choir, showcasing contemporary composers alongside traditional works, and following the successful release of their previous albums that featured both sacred and secular music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Eric Whitacre· Pentatonix· John Rutter
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Prologue: The Last Words of David 4:05
- 2 Frostiana: The Road Not Taken 5:02
- 3 Frostiana: The Pasture 3:34
- 4 Frostiana: Come In 4:49
- 5 Frostiana: The Telephone 2:32
- 6 Frostiana: A Girl's Garden 3:21
- 7 Frostiana: Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening 4:55
- 8 Frostiana: Choose Something Like a Star 6:29
- 9 The Peaceable Kingdom: Say Ye to the Righteous 4:26
- 10 The Peaceable Kingdom: The Paper Reeds by the Brooks 3:16
- 11 The Peaceable Kingdom: Have Ye Not Known? 0:48
- 12 The Peaceable Kingdom: Ye Shall Have a Song 4:28
- 13 Epilogue: Alleluia, Amen 5:47
- 14 Epilogue: Alleluia 5:57
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