Tu es Petrus

This short but awe-inspiring ceremonial piece was commissioned by Westminster Cathedral for the visit of Pope Benedict XVI in 2010. Organ, brass and timpani thunder around the sung text, 'You are Peter, and upon this rock I shall build my Church ...' (Matthew 16:18-19). Recorded by the Choir of Westminster Cathedral and London Brass, conducted by Martin Baker (Hyperion CDA67970).Full score and parts available on hire from Boosey & Hawkes.Instrumentation:mixed choir (SATB), brass instruments, timpani, percussion and organ