Hafliði Hallgrímsson's "Passia" is a captivating choral work that delves into the profound and introspective themes of passion and sorrow. Released in 2003 under the Ondine label, this album features the Hallgrimskirkja Chamber Orchestra and the Hallgrimskirkja Motet Choir, with notable performances by soloists Garðar Thor Cortes and Áskelsson. The album is a collection of five tracks, each a segment of Hallgrímsson's Op. 28, and spans a total duration of one hour. The music is a blend of hauntingly beautiful choral arrangements and poignant solo performances, with lyrics in the Icelandic language that evoke a sense of timelessness and deep emotion. Hallgrímsson's compositional style is both modern and deeply rooted in traditional choral music, making "Passia" a unique and compelling listen for those who appreciate the richness of vocal music.
(C) 2003 Ondine(P) 2003 Ondine
Tracks
Passia, Op. 28: Passia … Oedanlega smatt er sandkornid (Passion … Infinitely small Is the grain of sand) [Choir, Mezzo-Soprano]Hafliði Hallgrímsson, Mary Nessinger, Garðar Thór Cortes, Mótettukórinn, Hallgrimskirkja Chamber Orchestra, Hördur Askelsson
Passia, Op. 28: Passia … Og falin sorg min (Passion … And my hidden sorrow) [Choir, Tenor]Hafliði Hallgrímsson, Mary Nessinger, Garðar Thór Cortes, Mótettukórinn, Hallgrimskirkja Chamber Orchestra, Hördur Askelsson
Passia, Op. 28: Med hik mitt og efa, halfvolgu skodun (With my hesitation and doubt) [Mezzo-Soprano, Choir]Hafliði Hallgrímsson, Mary Nessinger, Garðar Thór Cortes, Mótettukórinn, Hallgrimskirkja Chamber Orchestra, Hördur Askelsson
Passia, Op. 28: Ovinum fridar blidur bad (Choir, Tenor) [Yea, there between the sledge's blows]Hafliði Hallgrímsson, Mary Nessinger, Garðar Thór Cortes, Mótettukórinn, Hallgrimskirkja Chamber Orchestra, Hördur Askelsson
Passia, Op. 28: Eftir ad betta allt var sked (When the vinegar He recieved) [Choir, Tenor, Mezzo-Soprano]Hafliði Hallgrímsson, Mary Nessinger, Garðar Thór Cortes, Mótettukórinn, Hallgrimskirkja Chamber Orchestra, Hördur Askelsson
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