“this was a cross-cultural event of a sort rare in medieval times, and Cappella Romana brings it to life.… What is most striking here is that Cappella Romana, although deeply immersed in Byzantine ways of singing (sample one of those tracks if one has not heard this style before), also accomplishes a very different and distinctive sound for the English pieces, adding an appealing bit of gravel in the texture. As with other Cappella Romana recordings, this one was splendidly recorded at the Madeleine Parish in Portland, Oregon. With detailed booklet notes exploring the various issues involved, this is a unique and fascinating medieval release.”