Immerse yourself in the celestial harmonies of "Ave Maria: Airs & Chœurs Célèbres" by Orchestre & Choeur de Paul Kuentz, a timeless collection of sacred choral works and arias that transcends the boundaries of time and space. Released in 1998 under the Pierre Verany label, this album is a testament to the enduring power of classical music, spanning a concise yet impactful 1 hour and 4 minutes.
Under the skilled direction of Paul Kuentz, the orchestra and choir deliver a captivating performance that showcases the beauty and depth of sacred music. The album features renowned works such as Franz Schubert's "Ave Maria" and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "Ave verum Corpus," alongside pieces from Johann Sebastian Bach's cantatas and George Frideric Handel's "Messiah." The soprano Barbara Schlick lends her ethereal voice to several tracks, including the hauntingly beautiful "Pie Jesu" from Gabriel Fauré's "Requiem."
This album is not just a compilation of famous pieces; it is a carefully curated journey through the rich tapestry of sacred music. The Orchestre & Choeur de Paul Kuentz bring a sense of reverence and passion to each performance, making this album a must-listen for anyone with a love for classical music. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, "Ave Maria: Airs & Chœurs Célèbres" offers a profound and uplifting listening experience that will leave you inspired and moved.
Arion1998, Arion
Tracks
Ave Maria pour sopranoFranz Schubert, F. Rauber, Orchestre & Choeur de Paul Kuentz, Barbara Shlick, Gildas Prado, Bernard Galinier
Gloria in excelsis Deo: Choeurs, gloriaAntonio Vivaldi, Orchestre & Choeur de Paul Kuentz, Barbara Shlick, Gildas Prado, Bernard Galinier
Jésus que ma joie demeure (Jesus bleibt meine freunde): Choeurs, cantate 147Johann Sebastian Bach, Orchestre & Choeur de Paul Kuentz, Barbara Shlick, Gildas Prado, Bernard Galinier
Gloria, soprano & hautbois: Domine DeusAntonio Vivaldi, F. Rauber, Orchestre & Choeur de Paul Kuentz, Barbara Shlick, Gildas Prado, Bernard Galinier
Messe en si (extrait): Choeur, et incarnatus estJohann Sebastian Bach, Orchestre & Choeur de Paul Kuentz, Barbara Shlick, Gildas Prado, Bernard Galinier
Chorale du veilleur (Wachet auf): Choeur, cantate 140Johann Sebastian Bach, Orchestre & Choeur de Paul Kuentz, Barbara Shlick, Gildas Prado, Bernard Galinier
Ave Maria pour soprano & cor anglaisLuigi Cherubini, Orchestre & Choeur de Paul Kuentz, Barbara Shlick, Gildas Prado, Bernard Galinier
Ave verum Corpus (choeur)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orchestre & Choeur de Paul Kuentz, Barbara Shlick, Gildas Prado, Bernard Galinier
Quoniam tu solus Sanctus, motet pour soprano, hautbois & trompetteDomenico Cimarosa, Orchestre & Choeur de Paul Kuentz, Barbara Shlick, Gildas Prado, Bernard Galinier
Cantique de jean racine, op. 11 (Chœur)Gabriel Fauré, John Rutter, Orchestre & Choeur de Paul Kuentz, Barbara Shlick, Gildas Prado, Bernard Galinier
Requiem: Pie JesuGabriel Fauré, Orchestre & Choeur de Paul Kuentz, Barbara Shlick, Gildas Prado, Bernard Galinier
Requiem: Choeur, in paradisumGabriel Fauré, Orchestre & Choeur de Paul Kuentz, Barbara Shlick, Gildas Prado, Bernard Galinier
Messie: Rejoice greatlyGeorge Frideric Handel, Orchestre & Choeur de Paul Kuentz, Barbara Shlick, Gildas Prado, Bernard Galinier
Messie: HallelujaGeorge Frideric Handel, Orchestre & Choeur de Paul Kuentz, Barbara Shlick, Gildas Prado, Bernard Galinier
Messie: AmenGeorge Frideric Handel, Orchestre & Choeur de Paul Kuentz, Barbara Shlick, Gildas Prado, Bernard Galinier
Amazing GraceAnonyme, Anders Soldh, Orchestre & Choeur de Paul Kuentz, Barbara Shlick, Gildas Prado, Bernard Galinier