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Were You There When They Crucified My Lord, performed by Libera and featuring Jerome Collins, BBC Young Chorister of the Year 2026.

Jerome performed Were You There during the semi-final of BBC Young Chorister of the Year 2026, before going on to win the competition.

This new recording of the traditional African American spiritual is arranged by Libera’s Musical Director, Sam Coates.

The digital single will be released on 30 October 2026.

Credits:
Traditional African American Spiritual
Arranged by Sam Coates
Director/Conductor: Sam Coates
Piano: Sam Coates
Violin: Charis Jenson, Harri Allen
Viola: Patricia Ramírez Reinoso
Cello: Kirsten Jenson

Video produced by Scott Jaeger
Recorded at St George's Church, Hanover Square, London

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This performance of Furusato was recorded during Libera’s 2026 tour of Japan.

“Furusato” is one of Japan’s most beloved songs, expressing a deep sense of nostalgia and connection to home. It is widely known and cherished across generations, and it was a privilege to perform this Japanese folk song for audiences during our visit.

This recording forms part of our Postcards series, inspired by the places we visit and the shared musical experiences that bring people together.

【日本語訳】
この「ふるさと」の演奏は、リベラの2026年日本ツアー中に録画されたものです。

「ふるさと」は、日本で最も愛されている歌曲のひとつであり、故郷への深い郷愁や絆を表現しています。世代を超えて広く親しまれているこの日本の歌曲を、今回の来日公演で皆さまの前で演奏できたことを大変光栄に思います。

この録音は、私たちが訪れた土地や、音楽を通して人々が心を通わせる体験に着想を得た「Postcards」シリーズの一部として制作されました。


For our viewers in Japan, please visit the link below.（日本在住の方は下記のリンクをご参照ください）
https://libera-records.com/discography/libe-0017/

Cinematography:
Kenji Shirakawa, Yoshinobu Murahashi, Hiromu Yamazaki

Edited by:
Kenji Shirakawa

Filmed at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA (Tokyo), March 31, 2026

#Libera #Furusato #ふるさと

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This performance of Sakura, Sakura was recorded during Libera’s 2026 tour of Japan.

“Sakura, Sakura” is a traditional Japanese melody closely associated with the cherry blossom season, a time that symbolises renewal and the fleeting beauty of spring. The song holds a special place in Japanese culture, and we were honoured to perform it during our visit.

This recording forms part of our Postcards series, inspired by the places we visit on tour and the music that connects us with audiences around the world. https://orcd.co/ihd98

＜日本語訳＞
この「さくら さくら」の演奏は、リベラの2026年日本ツアー中に収録されたものです。

「さくら さくら」は、桜の季節と深く結びついた日本の伝統的な旋律であり、春のはかない美しさと生命の巡りを感じさせるものです。日本文化の中でも特別な存在であるこの楽曲を、今回の来日に際して演奏できたことを大変光栄に思います。

この録音は、ツアーで訪れた土地や、音楽を通じて世界中の聴衆とつながる体験から着想を得た「Postcards」シリーズの一部として制作されました。

For our viewers in Japan, please visit the link below.（日本在住の方は下記のリンクをご参照ください）
https://libera-records.com/discography/libe-0017/

Cinematography:
Kenji Shirakawa, Yoshinobu Murahashi, Hiromu Yamazaki

Edited by:
Kenji Shirakawa

Filmed at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA (Tokyo), March 31, 2026

#Libera #Sakura #桜 #さくらさくら #リベラ #Angel Voices Tour 2026

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This song features on our digital EP Postcards. https://orcd.co/ihd98

🇮🇩 Terima kasih kepada semua penonton di Indonesia atas sambutan hangat ini.

Recorded in the studio, Postcards brings together six songs inspired by the places and audiences that have welcomed Libera around the world.

Indonesia Pusaka is one of Indonesia’s most beloved patriotic songs, written by Ismail Marzuki and often performed as a tribute to the beauty and spirit of the Indonesian homeland.

Libera joined with the Resonanz Children’s Choir to perform the song in Jakarta during our concerts in Indonesia in 2025, where it received a warm welcome from audiences. This performance celebrates the friendship between our choirs and the special connection Libera has enjoyed with Indonesian supporters over many years.

Words and Music - Ismail Marzuki
Arranged - Sam Coates

More information about the Postcards EP:
https://libera.org.uk/news/libera-postcards/

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This song features on our digital EP Postcards. https://orcd.co/ihd98

Recorded in the studio, Postcards brings together six songs inspired by the places and audiences that have welcomed Libera around the world.

Virolai is a traditional Catalan hymn associated with Montserrat, performed here live at the Abbey as part of its Millennium celebrations in August 2025. The performance was originally live-streamed on the Abbey’s YouTube channel and this video features the high quality live audio from that concert.

Words - Jacint Verdaguer
Music - Josep Rodoreda
Arranged - Sam Coates
https://libera.org.uk/news/libera-postcards/

Virolai (Rosa d’abril) is sung in Catalan. The text is a traditional hymn to the Virgin of Montserrat.

Rosa d’abril, morena de la serra,
de Montserrat estel…

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This song features on our digital EP Postcards. https://orcd.co/ihd98

Recorded in the studio, Postcards brings together six songs inspired by the places and audiences that have welcomed Libera around the world.

This performance of The Fields of Athenry was recorded live at our concert at The Lark, Balbriggan, during Libera’s Ireland tour in July 2025.

Words & Music - Pete St-John
Arranged - Sam Coates
https://libera.org.uk/news/libera-postcards/

"Low lie the Fields of Athenry"

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