Immerse yourself in the profound and sacred sounds of "Duruflé: Requiem; Poulenc: Lenten Motets" by The Choir of Trinity College, Cambridge, conducted by Stephen Layton. This exquisite album, released on March 1, 2024, by Hyperion, is a masterful blend of choral and Gregorian chant genres, spanning a total of 56 minutes.
The album features Maurice Duruflé's iconic "Requiem, Op. 9," composed in 1947, presented in its full glory with nine moving sections, each a testament to Duruflé's deep spiritual insight. Complementing this is Francis Poulenc's "4 Motets pour un temps de pénitence, FP 97," a collection of four motets that capture the essence of Lenten reflection and penitence. The motets, recorded on July 31, 2021, and the Requiem, recorded between July 15-20, 2022, showcase the choir's exceptional skill and the conductor's nuanced direction.
This recording has been lauded for its excellent performances, superb engineering, and informative liner notes. The album's release during Holy Week 2024 adds a layer of timeliness and relevance to its spiritual themes. Whether you are a seasoned fan of choral music or a newcomer seeking to explore the depths of sacred compositions, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. The Choir of Trinity College, Cambridge, delivers a performance that is both technically impeccable and deeply moving, making this album a standout in the choral music repertoire.
Requiem, Op. 9: I. IntroïtMaurice Duruflé, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Stephen Layton, Harrison Cole
Requiem, Op. 9: II. KyrieMaurice Duruflé, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Stephen Layton, Harrison Cole
Requiem, Op. 9: III. Domine Jesu ChristeMaurice Duruflé, Florian Störtz, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Stephen Layton, Harrison Cole
Requiem, Op. 9: IV. SanctusMaurice Duruflé, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Stephen Layton, Harrison Cole
Requiem, Op. 9: V. Pie JesuMaurice Duruflé, Katherine Gregory, Myrtille Hetzel, Harrison Cole, Stephen Layton
Requiem, Op. 9: VI. Agnus DeiMaurice Duruflé, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Stephen Layton, Harrison Cole
Requiem, Op. 9: VII. Lux aeternaMaurice Duruflé, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Stephen Layton, Harrison Cole
Requiem, Op. 9: VIII. Libera meMaurice Duruflé, Florian Störtz, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Stephen Layton, Harrison Cole
Requiem, Op. 9: IX. In paradisumMaurice Duruflé, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Stephen Layton, Harrison Cole
4 Motets pour un temps de pénitence, FP 97: No. 1, Timor et tremorFrancis Poulenc, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Stephen Layton
4 Motets pour un temps de pénitence, FP 97: No. 2, Vinea mea electaFrancis Poulenc, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Stephen Layton
4 Motets pour un temps de pénitence, FP 97: No. 3, Tenebrae factae suntFrancis Poulenc, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Stephen Layton
4 Motets pour un temps de pénitence, FP 97: No. 4, Tristis est anima meaFrancis Poulenc, Sumei Bao-Smith, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Stephen Layton
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