Dive into the profound and spiritual world of Olivier Messiaen with "L'amour et la foi," a captivating collection of vocal music released in 2015. This album, presented by OUR Recordings, showcases the genius of Messiaen, a composer renowned for his unique blend of avant-garde and classical styles. Spanning just under an hour, the nine tracks on this album offer a rich tapestry of sacred and secular choral music that will enchant and inspire.
The album features a selection of Messiaen's most evocative works, including the mesmerizing "3 Petites liturgies de la Présence Divine" and the enchanting "5 Rechants." Each piece is performed with precision and passion by the Danish National Vocal Ensemble, the Danish National Concert Choir, and the Danish National Chamber Orchestra, all under the expert direction of Marcus Creed. The performances bring out the intricate details and spiritual depth of Messiaen's compositions, making this album a standout in the realm of classical vocal music.
"L'amour et la foi" is not just an album; it is an experience that invites you to explore the boundaries of musical expression and spiritual reflection. Whether you are a longtime admirer of Messiaen's work or a newcomer to his compositions, this album offers a profound and moving journey through the composer's unique musical landscape. The high-quality 16-Bit/44.1 kHz Stereo recording ensures that every nuance and detail of Messiaen's compositions is captured, providing an immersive listening experience.
2015 OUR Recordings2015 OUR Recordings
Tracks
3 Petites liturgies de la Présence Divine, I/26: No. 1, Antienne de la conversation intérieureOlivier Messiaen, DR VokalEnsemblet, DR KoncertKoret, Thomas Bloch, Marianna Shirinyan, DR UnderholdningsOrkestret, Marcus Creed
3 Petites liturgies de la Présence Divine, I/26: No. 2, Séquence du Verbe, cantique divinOlivier Messiaen, DR VokalEnsemblet, DR KoncertKoret, Thomas Bloch, Marianna Shirinyan, DR UnderholdningsOrkestret, Marcus Creed
3 Petites liturgies de la Présence Divine, I/26: No. 3, Psalmodie de l’Ubiquité par AmourOlivier Messiaen, Hjørdis Jakobsen, Nina Fischer, DR VokalEnsemblet, DR KoncertKoret, Thomas Bloch, Marianna Shirinyan, DR UnderholdningsOrkestret, Marcus Creed
O sacrum convivium, I/18Olivier Messiaen, DR VokalEnsemblet, Marcus Creed
5 Rechants, I/31: No. 1, Hayo kapritamaOlivier Messiaen, Malene Nordtorp, DR VokalEnsemblet, Marcus Creed
5 Rechants, I/31: No. 2, Ma première foisOlivier Messiaen, Hanna-Maria Strand, Torsten Nielsen, Klaudia Kidon, DR VokalEnsemblet, Marcus Creed
5 Rechants, I/31: No. 3, Ma robe d'amourOlivier Messiaen, Klaudia Kidon, DR VokalEnsemblet, Marcus Creed
5 Rechants, I/31: No. 4, Niokhamâ palalane soukîOlivier Messiaen, Klaudia Kidon, DR VokalEnsemblet, Marcus Creed
5 Rechants, I/31: No. 5, Mayoma kalimolimoOlivier Messiaen, Hanna-Maria Strand, Klaudia Kidon, DR VokalEnsemblet, Marcus Creed
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