Kevin Sutton wrote:

>..  I think that to say that Gothic Voices' recording of "Feather" is
>the very finest Hildegard is a little too strong.  Whereas this is a fine
>record (although when it comes to early music vocal talents, I much prefer
>Montserrat Figuras to Ms.  Kirkby, I think one would be remiss if one
>didn't avail oneself (drat, what a load of pompous third personage that
>was!) to the Sequentia Hildegard recordings with the late Barbara Thorton
>as sing-ist!  These are fabulous performances!

I agree but IMO the *best* recording by far of Hildegard's music is by
Catherine Schroeder.  Any input? BTW:  What a beautiful phrase, isn't it?
*A feather on the breath of God*.  And I am a non-religious person, go
figure.

Philip