A work of thanksgiving, The Song of Harvest is an artfully crafted celebration of the earth and its riches. The piece is structured around five well-known hymns of praise, for which Chilcott has composed striking original melodies that may be easily learnt by an audience or congregation, who are invited to join in with the choir.

In keeping with tradition, the hymns feature soprano descants for the final verses, and the organ is used to great effect throughout the work in providing character...