Experience the timeless genius of Joseph Haydn with this captivating collection of sacred choral works. At the heart of the album is Haydn's renowned "Nelson Mass," a masterpiece composed in honor of Admiral Horatio Nelson. This dramatic and evocative mass is scored for a unique ensemble of strings, three trumpets, timpani, and organ, creating a powerful and distinctive sound that sets it apart from Haydn's other masses. The album also features the enchanting "Ave Regina," a youthful work with an Italianate style that showcases the soprano soloist, and the "Missa Brevis," a rediscovered gem from Haydn's early years that sparkles with youthful energy and virtuosity.
Recorded by the acclaimed Collegium Musicum 90 under the direction of Richard Hickox, this album offers a rich and immersive listening experience. The soloists, including soprano Susan Gritton, mezzo-soprano Pamela Helen Stephen, tenor Mark Padmore, and baritone Stephen Varcoe, deliver stunning performances that bring Haydn's music to life. From the dark intensity of the "Kyrie" to the triumphant "Dona nobis pacem," each piece is a testament to Haydn's compositional brilliance and his enduring influence on the classical choral repertoire.
This album is a celebration of Haydn's musical legacy, featuring some of his most beloved and inspiring works. Whether you're a longtime fan of Haydn's music or a newcomer to his compositions, this collection is sure to captivate and inspire. The album was released in 1999 and is a testament to the enduring appeal of Haydn's sacred choral music.
1999 Chandos Records1999 Chandos Records
Tracks
Mass in D Minor, Hob. XXII:11, "Nelsonmesse": I. KyrieJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Pamela Helen Stephen, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass in D Minor, Hob. XXII:11, "Nelsonmesse": II. Gloria. Gloria in excelsis DeoJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Pamela Helen Stephen, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass in D Minor, Hob. XXII:11, "Nelsonmesse": II. Gloria. Qui tollis peccata mundiJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Pamela Helen Stephen, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass in D Minor, Hob. XXII:11, "Nelsonmesse": II. Gloria. Quoniam tu solus sanctusJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Pamela Helen Stephen, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass in D Minor, Hob. XXII:11, "Nelsonmesse": III. Credo. Credo in unum DeumJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Pamela Helen Stephen, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass in D Minor, Hob. XXII:11, "Nelsonmesse": III. Credo. Et incarnatus estJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Pamela Helen Stephen, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass in D Minor, Hob. XXII:11, "Nelsonmesse": III. Credo. Et resurrexitJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Pamela Helen Stephen, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass in D Minor, Hob. XXII:11, "Nelsonmesse": IV. SanctusJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Pamela Helen Stephen, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass in D Minor, Hob. XXII:11, "Nelsonmesse": V. BenedictusJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Pamela Helen Stephen, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass in D Minor, Hob. XXII:11, "Nelsonmesse": VI. Agnus Dei. Agnus DeiJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Pamela Helen Stephen, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass in D Minor, Hob. XXII:11, "Nelsonmesse": VI. Agnus Dei. Dona nobis pacemJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Pamela Helen Stephen, Mark Padmore, Stephen Varcoe, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Ave Regina, Hob. XXIIIb:3: I. Ave Regina coelorumJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Pamela Helen Stephen, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Ave Regina, Hob. XXIIIb:3: II. Gaude Virgo gloriosaJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Pamela Helen Stephen, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Ave Regina, Hob. XXIIIb:3: III. Valde, O ValdeJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Pamela Helen Stephen, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass in F Major, Hob. XXII:1, "Missa Brevis": I. KyrieJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Pamela Helen Stephen, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass in F Major, Hob. XXII:1, "Missa Brevis": II. GloriaJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Pamela Helen Stephen, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass in F Major, Hob. XXII:1, "Missa Brevis": III. CredoJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Pamela Helen Stephen, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass in F Major, Hob. XXII:1, "Missa Brevis": IV. SanctusJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Pamela Helen Stephen, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass in F Major, Hob. XXII:1, "Missa Brevis": V. BenedictusJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Pamela Helen Stephen, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Mass in F Major, Hob. XXII:1, "Missa Brevis": VI. Agnus DeiJoseph Haydn, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Susan Gritton, Pamela Helen Stephen, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
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