Haec Dies (This is the day which the Lord hath made) is a lively and rhythmic piece. It was commissioned by the choir of Clare College, Cambridge and has recently been recorded by them on the Harmonia Mundi
Composed as the title theme to the BBC television series "The Vicar of Dibley," this is an anthem of warmth and tranquil beauty. Featuring a brief soprano solo, lovely melodies enhance each verse of this
Arranged for the vocal group VOCES8, this stunning setting is adapted from the sixth movement of Ades' first string quartet, "Arcadiana." The lyrics are derived from a single line of William Blake's