Whitton

Editorial Reviews
-Las Vegas Image Magazine, June, 2000
"Whitton's incredible-Has Audiences Cheering..."

From the Artist
Both Stacey and Jaime Whitton are accomplished song writers and have been performing for audiences all over the nation since early childhood. The sisters were inspired to write and record an album mainly because of their diverse musical backgrounds, love for harmonies and the musical magic created when they perform together. Stacey has been touring extensively for the world famous "Legends In Concert" show for the last six years meticulously recreating icons such as Marilyn Monroe, Shania... read more

Album Description
"WHITTON" is a sultry sister duo that will take you on a musical adventure. "WHITTON" explores a mix of tasteful AAA and country hooks yet delivers a uniquely focused end result that STIRS THE SENSES AND PUSHES ALL THE RIGHT BUTTONS. DJs across the country have commented that they like to play "WHITTON" because it is so refreshingly original and it keeps thier listeners asking for more.

Whitton

Stanford: Anthems and Services
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    		Stanford: Anthems and Services

    Manufacturer: Naxos
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B00009NJ12
    Release Date: 2003-07-15

    Tracks:

    1. Te Deum Laudamus
    2. Benedictus
    3. Justorum Animae
    4. Coelos Ascendit Hidie
    5. Beati Quorum Via
    6. Magnificat
    7. Nunc Dimittis
    8. Kyrie
    9. Credo
    10. Sanctus
    11. Benedictus
    12. Agnus Dei
    13. Gloria
    14. Prelude in G Minor, For Organ
    15. Magnificat
    16. Nunc Dimittis
    17. Postlude in D Minor, For Organ
    18. For Lo, I raise Up, Op. 145
    Lo the Full Final Sacrifice & Other Choral Works
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • Ravishing Music, Ravishingly Sung
    		 Lo the Full Final Sacrifice & Other Choral Works
    Finzi , Robinson , Whitton , and Choir St John's Collg
    Manufacturer: Naxos
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B00006RHPP
    Release Date: 2003-01-21

    Tracks:

    1. God Is Gon Up, Op.27, No.2
    2. Magnificat, Op.36
    3. My Lovely One, Op.27, No.1
    4. Welcome Sweet And Sacred Feast, Op.27, No.3
    5. Thou Didst Delight My Eyes, Op.32
    6. Let Us Now Praise Famous Men, Op.35
    7. I Praise The Tender Flower
    8. I Have Loved The Flowers That Fade
    9. My Spirit Sang All Day
    10. Clear And Gentle Stream
    11. Nightingales
    12. Haste On, My Joys!
    13. Wherefore Tonight So Full Of Care
    14. Lo, The Full, Final Sacrifice, Op.26

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Ravishing Music, Ravishingly Sung.......2003-04-09

    As a choral singer myself, I was particularly drawn to this new Naxos release of sacred and secular choral music, some of it familiar but much of it quite unfamiliar (at least on this side of the Atlantic).

    The disc leads off with what is probably Finzi's most popular sacred choral work, 'God is gone up with a triumphal shout,' set to a text by Edward Taylor. The opening organ fanfare is followed by sung fanfares with men's voices echoing those of the trebles. [The choir in this recording is that of St. John's College, Cambridge, and as such follows the Anglican tradition choirs consisting of boy sopranos, male altos, tenors and basses. There are some who dislike this sound but I find it very attractive, and of course it is the sound that Finzi surely heard in his mind's ear as he was writing these pieces.] The piece has colorful choral and organ writing that mirrors such words as 'Methinks I see Heaven's sparkling couriers fly.'

    This is followed by 'Magnificat,' Op. 36 (Finzi's only American commission, written for the choirs of Smith and Amherst Colleges), a moving setting without the usual concluding 'Gloria', that begins with an exulting 'My soul doth magnify the Lord' and ends on the words 'for ever and ever' gradually dying away to the final 'Amen.'

    'God is gone up' is the second of three sacred pieces in Opus 27. The other two are included (although not in consecutive order). They are 'My lovely one,' and 'Welcome sweet and sacred feast.' The latter is a setting of Henry Vaughan's poem celebrating the poet's redemption through religious conversion ('Dead was I, and deep in trouble'). It contains a meltingly beautiful passage on the words 'O rose of Sharon! O the Lily of the Valley!'

    There are two part-songs for male voices, the a cappella 'Thou didst delight my eyes,' Op. 32, and one set to the famous passage from Ecclesiastes, 'Let us now praise famous men,' Op. 35. The latter, in two-part harmony, is notable for its Elgarian treading bass in the organ.

    'Seven Unaccompanied Partsongs,' Op. 17, are set to texts by Robert Bridges. They are lyrical and tender and the part-writing is especially grateful to sing. The joyous 'My Spirit Sang All Day' is a particular favorite of small choirs. (For American readers/singers I will add that these songs remind me harmonically and in tone of those in Randall Thompson's 'Frostiana.')

    The final and longest piece here is 'Lo, the Full, Final Sacrifice,' Op. 26, a 14-minute festival anthem set to Crashaw's elegant translation of Aquinas's 'Adoro te' and 'Lauda Sion.' It starts with a longish organ introduction and features a cappella and accompanied passages and short solos following the poetry's verse structure. There are some ecstatically lovely melodies, particularly at the words 'Jesu, Master, just and true' and at the final 'Amen.'

    The singing here is impeccable and stylish. The recorded sound is all one could ask. Another triumph for St. John's, Cambridge, its conductor, Christopher Robinson, and for Naxos.

    A hearty recommendation.
    Walton: Choral Music
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • Great boy treble tradition resounds
    • Robinson saves the best for last.
    		 Walton: Choral Music

    Manufacturer: Naxos
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    ASIN: B00005Y0MG
    Release Date: 2002-03-19

    Tracks:

    1. Coronation Te Deum
    2. A Litany: Drop, Drop Slow Tears
    3. Magnificant
    4. Nunc Dimittis
    5. Where Does The Uttered Music Go?
    6. Jubilate Deo
    7. Henry V: Touch Her Soft Lips And Part
    8. Cantico Del Sole
    9. Henry V: Passacaglia 'Death Of Falstaff'
    10. The Twelve
    11. Set Me As A Seal Upon Thine Heart
    12. Antiphon
    13. Kyrie
    14. Sanctus And Benedictus
    15. Agnus Dei
    16. Gloria

    Amazon.com

    St John's English Choral Music series for Naxos (this Walton disc is No. 4) has won golden opinions (and an award or two), but there has been nothing better than this. With Christopher Robinson nearing the end of his reign in charge of this world-renowned choir, there could hardly be a better testament to his work. The likes of "Drop, drop slow tears" and "Set me as a seal" are standards for choirs up and down the land, but pieces such as the remarkable "The Twelve" and "Where does the uttered music go?" require a particular virtuosity, which is more than evident here. Space doesn't permit an extolling of all the virtues--in brief, a sound fresh, rich, and natural; ensemble and balance of voices immaculate; solo contributions impressive. Christopher Whitton's organ playing also impresses, not least in arrangements of the two ubiquitous movements from Walton's film music for Henry V. The acoustics of St John's is caught just right--neither too dry nor too swimmy. As a chorister himself, Walton knew the musical traditions of the Anglican church inside out. St John's et al. show here they know his music just as thoroughly. Rush out and buy. --Andrew Green

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Great boy treble tradition resounds.......2007-01-30

    Over time even traditionally great choirs vary in their excellence, so in recent years the choir of St. John's College Cambridge has a sound that is again at its apogee. Choirmaster Christopher Robinson (now, alas, recently retired from St. John's) has nurtured a choral brilliance that reminds me of the years when George Guest directed the choir. It is a delight to see that the great tradition of men and boys choirs still resounds in the Anglican Church (at least in many of England's 'Collegiate' and Cathedral choirs). St. John's is one of two ancient male voice chapel choirs at Cambridge University (the other being King's College Chapel Choir) in which the boy trebles are actually in a sense 'professionals'. Each college, in whose chapel they sing daily services, operates a nearby boarding school where the young singers--chosen for prodigious talents at strict competition-- take a high level of musical training, along with the regular school curriculum. The men's voices consist of young university students attending Cambridge on 'choral scholarships'. And for me the often heard debate regarding the merits of boy trebles versus girls (or women's) voices in church music is not moot when it comes to the Anglican musical and liturgical tradition. There is a kind of effortlessness and artlessness to the singing of the English choirboy, at this level of selection and training, that produces a wistful, often plaintive sound. It is a sound that seems most perfect for the Anglican liturgical repertoire. A female singer often seems to me likely to 'interpret' the note more, probably by virtue of natural instinct, and interject themselves more into the musical meaning of the piece. The boy treble 'tends' to have a natural emotional detachment in his singing which for me more profoundly expresses the ineffable nature of traditional Anglican music (if the expression of the ineffable is not a contradiction in terms:-). Anyway, for many all this is arcane opinion. But for lovers of this musical tradition it is its arcane nature that fills us with joy and wonderment.

    5 out of 5 stars Robinson saves the best for last........2002-07-14

    I agree completely with the editorial review on this excellent disc; they never fail to impress. This is now the recording to have of Sir William Walton's choral music and the very tight and musical performances do justice to the composer's dramatic music. The acoustics of St. John's are the perfect atmosphere for Walton's music, much of which was composed for Christ Church Cahthedral Oxford, Britain's smallest cathedral. Many works such as 'The Twelve', with its many staccato effects and chamber music-like writing, would be out of place in a larger room. I don't remember from my visit to St. John's exactly what the acoustics are like, but I believe that the Naxos engineer did add some reverb, however it is never overdone. If I had one complaint about the disc it would be the organ playing, which is adequate for accompanying a choir, but isn't the most exciting for the transcribed solo works, luckily the organ is excellent. It is not that the playing is bad, it is just a let down after the excellent singing.

    I would not let that stop the reader from buying it, as this choir is now the best men and boy's choir in the world, the conducting is excellent, and the music is uplifting.
    Kenneth Leighton: Sacred Choral Music
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      		Kenneth Leighton: Sacred Choral Music

      Manufacturer: Naxos
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      ASIN: B00019P6PY
      Release Date: 2004-03-16

      Tracks:

      1. Magnificat
      2. Nunc Dimittis
      3. Give Me The Wings Of Faith
      4. Introit (For The First Sunday After Easter)
      5. Gradual (For The First Sunday After Easter)
      6. Offertory (For The First Sunday After Easter)
      7. Communion (For The Second Sunday After Easter)
      8. Sortie (Antiphon At The First Vespers Of Ascension Day)
      9. Veni Creator Spiritus
      10. What Love Is This Of Thine?
      11. Christ In The Cradle
      12. Christ In The Garden
      13. Christ In His Passion
      14. Hymn
      15. Rockingham: Chorale Prelude On 'When I Survey The Wondrous Cross'
      16. Magnificat
      17. Nunc Dimittis
      Johann Ernst Eberlin: Sacred Choral Music
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        		Johann Ernst Eberlin: Sacred Choral Music

        Manufacturer: Gaudeamus
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

        Vocal & SongVocal & Song | Early Music | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music | Requiems
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        ASIN: B00004TKQM
        Release Date: 2000-07-25
        Thriftstore Cowboy
        Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
        • Bountiful talent in the thriftstore
        • Love it, Love it, Love it!
        • Amazing!
        		 Thriftstore Cowboy
        Jason Whitton
        Manufacturer: V A V V records
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

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        ASIN: B000BYCV2K
        Release Date: 2006-02-07

        Tracks:

        1. Alibi
        2. I Still Believe In Love
        3. Dallas
        4. Dandelion Girl
        5. Jessica Drive
        6. Fingernail Moon
        7. Lucy (Hungry Heart Cafe)
        8. Madagascar
        9. Ruby
        10. Sunflower
        11. Use Me

        Product Description

        "Thriftstore Cowboy" the debut album from Texas native Jason Whitton is a mixture of Country & Soul. Recorded in Los Angeles with some of the best studio musicians, Jason Whitton is able to paint a picture with lyrics and deliver those lyrics with a melodic Country Soul style.

        Customer Reviews:

        5 out of 5 stars Bountiful talent in the thriftstore.......2006-04-10

        Nothing thrifty about the major talent this new star brings to the tour-de-force album

        "What about fulfilment?", sings Jason Whitton - and proceeds to deliver it right here in this ace album.

        Altho' a strummer of sorts - and even more bizarre croaker of folksie songs - I'm not *that* wild about country music per se: most of what I hear seems to have done earlier and better by the giants atop whose shoulders these newcomers perch.

        But this Whitton fellow has something special, starting with a siren voice that's an instrument in itself, incapable of an unmusical throb or vibrato.

        It's showpieced best on Track 1's superb "Alibi" - almost defining the perfect country song - and I defy pulses not to quicken on that first kick-ass bass thump as JW winds sinuous tonsils round the chorus's "O-h-h, why-y-y? Don't give me that si-i-gh", ending with a velveteen murmured "Don't give me that alib-i-i". Listen, too, for the subtle rise on "the answer's be-hind our eyes" and again on the bridge's "you'll _ask_ me for forgiveness."

        The great thing about Whitton's twangy voice is that it carries over the backing, of which 'Sunflower' is a good example where your deep-voiced singer would have disappeared into the backing.

        Speaking of the bridge, listen closely for that amazing choral hum for bass backing.

        Drums/Percussion: One takes backing musicans for granted until you hear it done really well. That Jon Mattox knows from country ballad drumming. He also seems a dab hand on the swelling organ sound ("Dandelion Girl") *and* on bass *and* on guitar (acoustic, 'lectric *and* 12-string) *and* on snare, the multi-talented creep.

        In fact, the whole band is tight and talented and the production values are right up there.

        Run don't walk to check it out and I bet you'll order it on the spot.

        5 out of 5 stars Love it, Love it, Love it!.......2006-03-15

        I think I have said it all but in case you didn't catch it, I love this CD. I have NEVER been a fan of country music but this CD has just the right amount of alt pop to get me going. And as for the country aspect I have actually found an appreciation for the genre. Now that's great music when you actually change your mind about a style of music. I might even surf the country music channel to see if I can catch a glimpse of this guy.

        5 out of 5 stars Amazing!.......2006-03-08

        This CD really was a surprise for me when I bought it after a recommendation from a friend. The opening track, "Alibi" is a bit of Michael Stipe mixed with some James Taylor vocalwise.

        The third track, "Dallas," is my favorite. Nice country Texas Roots sound. I heard the song "Lucy" (Hungry Heart Cafe) on AOL Radio recently and saw this artist has a nice page setup at CMT. I sure he hopes he gets the recognition he deserves. Definitely worth the $$$....
        In a Basket of Apples
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          		In a Basket of Apples
          Whitton
          Manufacturer: Party Inc.
          ProductGroup: Music
          Binding: Audio CD
          ASIN: B000MP0C3I

          Product Description

          12 tracks
          An Evening Hymn: Music for Solo Treble
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            		An Evening Hymn: Music for Solo Treble

            Manufacturer: Naxos
            ProductGroup: Classical
            Binding: Audio CD
            ASIN: B000KDYO0Y

            Product Description

            1.o mysterium ineffabile.2.a hymn to god the father.3.an evening hymn.4.geistliches lied.5.a song of peace.6.magnificat in g.7.litany to the holy spirit.8.the call.9.pie jesus.10.pie jesus.11-15.the aviary.16.balulalow.17.the first mercy.18.the birds.19.the holy noy.20.epitaph on salathoel pavy.21.a christmas carol.22.the plough boy.23.o waly waly.24.oliver cromwell.25,love walked in
            Whitton
            Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
            • STUPENDOUS
            • Great Sounds
            • Where have all the good songs gone? On this CD!
            		 Whitton
            Whitton
            Manufacturer: Whitton
            ProductGroup: Music
            Binding: Audio CD

            GeneralGeneral | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
            GeneralGeneral | Country | Styles | Music
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            ASIN: B000063J6D
            Release Date: 2002-02-24

            Tracks:

            1. Rocks in the River
            2. Scream out Your Name
            3. Always
            4. Aquafinadeletorra
            5. Upon a Star
            6. Just Breathe Once
            7. Little Eyes
            8. Rained Over
            9. Indian Quicksand
            10. Who Am I
            11. Sparkling Water
            12. New Day

            Album Description

            "WHITTON" is a sultry sister duo that will take you on a musical adventure. "WHITTON" explores a mix of tasteful AAA and country hooks yet delivers a uniquely focused end result that STIRS THE SENSES AND PUSHES ALL THE RIGHT BUTTONS. DJs across the country have commented that they like to play "WHITTON" because it is so refreshingly original and it keeps thier listeners asking for more.

            Customer Reviews:

            5 out of 5 stars STUPENDOUS.......2002-12-08

            SURE LIKE THIS CD. THE SOUNDS ARE SO DIFFERENT AND PLEASING TO THE EARS.

            5 out of 5 stars Great Sounds.......2002-04-04

            Very vocally futuristic! Cutting edge vocal styles matched with beautiful performers. The lyrics held so much meaning and were delivered with such refreshing purity. I can't wait for more from this duo.

            5 out of 5 stars Where have all the good songs gone? On this CD!.......2002-03-23

            Is this country? pop? dance? I don't know, but I absolutley love it! If the success of music is determined by a distinguishable voice and a hook that grabs you and doesn't let go, then look for these ladies at the grammy's! The musical side is as melodic as anything I've ever heard and the vocal harmonies are breath taking. And if you want emotional lyrics just listen to "Little Eyes" and "Upon A Star"! Why doesn't popular radio know about this yet?
            Alternating Currents: Electronic Music from the University of Michigan
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              		Alternating Currents: Electronic Music from the University of Michigan

              Manufacturer: Centaur
              ProductGroup: Music
              Binding: Audio CD

              ComputerComputer | Electronic | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music
              GeneralGeneral | Classical | Styles | Music
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              ASIN: B00005A0DZ
              Release Date: 2001-02-27

              Tracks:

              1. Doxology
              2. Mariposa Morena (Dark Butterfly) - Erik Santos
              3. Via Negativa: Cloud of Forgetting
              4. One Divided
              5. One Divided
              6. One Divided
              7. One Divided
              8. One Divided
              9. Lament - Evan Chambers
              10. Burton Tower Prelude
              11. 7th Trumpet Toccata
              12. Randalog - Stephen Rush

              Music:

              1. Andrew O'Connor
              2. Awakened Heart
              3. Awful Ep
              4. Baby, Baby, Baby We're All Doomed [Explicit Lyrics]
              5. Bad Photographer [CD-single]
              6. Bad Photographer [CD-single]
              7. Balanced
              8. Beatnik Gumbo [Explicit Lyrics]
              9. Beginner's Luck
              10. Big Ideas

              Music

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              Music

              The Practice Sessions

              Beethoven: Piano Sonatas, Op. 2, Nos. 1-3

              Beethoven: The Late String Quartets, Vol. 3

              Closing in on the Fire

              The Expanding Sea [Live]

              Aromates

              All the Sad Young Men

              Bach: Geschwinde, ihr wirbelnden Winde - The Contest between Phoebus and Pan BWV 201

              All-Time Greatest Hits

              American Pie

              Anodyne

              Air Mail Music: Balafons and African Drums

              42 Mädchen

              Nigel North, Baroque Lute

              Warm Spring Night