Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Joseph Haydn's sacred choral masterpieces with this exquisite 2002 release from Chandos. This album presents two of Haydn's most celebrated masses, the "Große Orgelmesse" (Mass No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Hob. XXII:4) and the "Missa Cellensis" (Mass No. 8 in C Major, Hob. XXII:8), performed by the renowned Collegium Musicum 90 under the baton of Richard Hickox.
The "Große Orgelmesse," composed in 1766, is a stunning example of Haydn's early classical style, featuring a prominent role for the organ and showcasing his innovative harmonic language. The "Missa Cellensis," written in 1782, is a later work that demonstrates Haydn's mature compositional technique, with its intricate counterpoint and rich orchestration.
This album offers a total of 20 tracks, spanning a duration of approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes. The performances are marked by their clarity, precision, and expressive depth, bringing Haydn's sacred music to life with vivid detail and nuance. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to Haydn's music, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
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Tracks
Mass No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Hob. XXII:4, "Große Orgelmesse": I. KyrieJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Louise Winter, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Ian Watson, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Hob. XXII:4, "Große Orgelmesse": IIa. Gloria. Gloria in excelsis DeoJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Louise Winter, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Ian Watson, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Hob. XXII:4, "Große Orgelmesse": IIb. Gratias agimus tibiJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Louise Winter, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Ian Watson, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Hob. XXII:4, "Große Orgelmesse": IIc. Quoniam tu solus SanctusJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Louise Winter, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Ian Watson, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Hob. XXII:4, "Große Orgelmesse": IIIa. Credo. Credo in unum DeumJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Louise Winter, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Ian Watson, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Hob. XXII:4, "Große Orgelmesse": IIIb. Et incarnatus estJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Louise Winter, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Ian Watson, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Hob. XXII:4, "Große Orgelmesse": IIIc. Et resurrexitJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Louise Winter, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Ian Watson, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Hob. XXII:4, "Große Orgelmesse": IV. SanctusJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Louise Winter, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Ian Watson, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Hob. XXII:4, "Große Orgelmesse": V. BenedictusJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Louise Winter, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Ian Watson, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Hob. XXII:4, "Große Orgelmesse": VI. Agnus DeiJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Louise Winter, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Ian Watson, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass No. 8 in C Major, Hob. XXII:8, "Missa Cellensis": I. KyrieJoseph Haydn, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90, Susan Gritton, Louise Winter, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Ian Watson, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass No. 8 in C Major, Hob. XXII:8, "Missa Cellensis": II. Gloria. Gloria in excelsis DeoJoseph Haydn, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90, Susan Gritton, Louise Winter, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Ian Watson, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass No. 8 in C Major, Hob. XXII:8, "Missa Cellensis": IIa. Gratias agimus tibiJoseph Haydn, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90, Susan Gritton, Louise Winter, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Ian Watson, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass No. 8 in C Major, Hob. XXII:8, "Missa Cellensis": IIb. Quoniam tu solus SanctusJoseph Haydn, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90, Susan Gritton, Louise Winter, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Ian Watson, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass No. 8 in C Major, Hob. XXII:8, "Missa Cellensis": IIIa. Credo. Credo in unum DeumJoseph Haydn, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90, Susan Gritton, Louise Winter, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Ian Watson, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass No. 8 in C Major, Hob. XXII:8, "Missa Cellensis": IIIb. Et incarnatus estJoseph Haydn, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90, Susan Gritton, Louise Winter, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Ian Watson, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass No. 8 in C Major, Hob. XXII:8, "Missa Cellensis": IIIc. Et resurrexitJoseph Haydn, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90, Susan Gritton, Louise Winter, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Ian Watson, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass No. 8 in C Major, Hob. XXII:8, "Missa Cellensis": IV. SanctusJoseph Haydn, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90, Susan Gritton, Louise Winter, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Ian Watson, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass No. 8 in C Major, Hob. XXII:8, "Missa Cellensis": V. BenedictusJoseph Haydn, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90, Susan Gritton, Louise Winter, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Ian Watson, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass No. 8 in C Major, Hob. XXII:8, "Missa Cellensis": VI. Agnus DeiJoseph Haydn, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90, Susan Gritton, Louise Winter, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Ian Watson, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Franz Joseph Haydn, a titan of the Classical period, stands as one of the most influential composers in Western music history. Born in Rohrau, Austria, in 1732, Haydn's prolific output and innovative spirit earned him the titles "Father of the Symphony" and "Father of the String Quartet." His genius lies in his ability to synthesize emerging musical styles, creating a balanced fusion of intellect and emotion that resonates with audiences to this day. Haydn's contributions to chamber music, particularly the string quartet and piano trio, have left an indelible mark on the genre. His optimistic outlook and Enlightenment ideals are woven into his compositions, making each piece a journey through the human experience. From his early works to his late masterpieces, Haydn's music continues to inspire and captivate, solidifying his status as one of the greatest masters of classical music.
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