Tom Donald on the extraordinary power of music in contemplation

Tom Donald
Thursday, April 20, 2023

Ahead of the release of Pax Aeterna, his collaborative album recorded with the Benedictine Monks of Pluscarden Abbey, the pianist reflects on the history of plainchant and the benefits it can have as a balm for today's divided society

'I was nourished and given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to record beautiful music in a stunning location with the most authentic practitioners of this music.' Donald recorded with the monks of Pluscarden Abbey throughout 2022.
'I was nourished and given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to record beautiful music in a stunning location with the most authentic practitioners of this music.' Donald recorded with the monks of Pluscarden Abbey throughout 2022.

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