album · September 10, 2001
The Armed Man: A Mass For Peace
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The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace is a powerful and widely performed contemporary mass that serves as a poignant anti-war statement. Its blend of choral and orchestral forces, incorporating diverse vocal and instrumental textures, has resonated with audiences globally.
- The work was commissioned by the Royal Armouries to mark the millennium.
- It was first performed at the Royal Albert Hall on 15 April 2000.
- The album reached number 33 on the UK Albums Chart in 2001.
Karl Jenkins is a Welsh musician and composer, known for his innovative fusion of musical styles. He first rose to prominence in the 1970s as a member of the jazz-rock band Soft Machine.
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