Recorded in 1994.

Founded in 1951, The Glasgow Phoenix Choir has established itself as one of the major forces in international choral singing, in concert, in competition and in its many recordings. In response to public demand, this, the Choir's 22nd recording includes much of the modern and up-tempo repertoire which has been performed recently, without forgetting some of the more traditional choral items beloved of the Phoenix's longtime and faithful following. Under the musical direction of Conductor, Marilyn J. Smith, in this, her first recording with the Choir the items range from the classics, through spirituals, new arrangements of Scots and American songs, to music from the all-time hit musical, "Les Miserables", to give a cosmopolitan and varied programme to suit all tastes. Through it all the Conductor's lively personality shines through.

Throughout its history, the Glasgow Phoenix Choir has always been at the forefront of innovation in the performance of choral music, and "Feel Good" amply illustrates the Choir's versatility.

During its many tours, particularly in Europe and North America the Choir has entertained audiences with its unique sound and unsurpassed presentation of Scots songs, but has also paid compliment to its hosts by performing songs of that country. Indeed, the Choir brought back frorn the USA a marvellous version of the American folk song, "Down by the riverside", arranged by John Rutter, the well known English choral arranger and musician, whose arrangements are very popular with choirs everywhere, some of which include 'When the saints go marching in' and contrasting items such as "A Gaelic blessing" and "For the beauty of the earth".. From America too comes Jester Hairston's "Amen", the gospel song "Feel good", "The goodbye jazz", the Bacharach favourite "Close to you". and "Rhythm of life" from the musical "Sweet Charity", the most popular song in the modern choral repertoire.

The classics are not forgotten with Schubert's "Zum sanctus" (sung in German), Finzi's "My spirit sang all day", and Tchaikovsky's "Hear, Lord our God have mercy".

The Choir's forte has always been the performance of Scots songs, and it presents here a mixture of old favourites - "Aye waukin' O, the rousing "Border ballad" set to Scott's stirring words, and modem arrangements by Shena Fraser of "Ye banks and braes" and The Bonnie Earl o' Moray".

No Phoenix recording reflecting all that is best in choral music would be complete without Sir Hugh Roberton's evocative and beloved "All in the April evening", and the Choir is delighted to record it again for the first time since 1970.