"Music for Remembrance: Duruflé Requiem & Other Works" is a profound and moving choral album conducted by James O'Donnell, released in 2014 under the Hyperion label. This collection is a beautiful blend of medieval, Gregorian chant, and requiem genres, offering a serene and reflective listening experience.
The album features the complete Duruflé Requiem, Op. 9, a deeply spiritual and hauntingly beautiful piece that showcases the exceptional vocal talents of the Westminster Abbey Choir. Each movement of the requiem, from the solemn "Introit" to the hopeful "In paradisum," is performed with precision and emotion, highlighting the rich harmonies and intricate compositions of Maurice Duruflé.
In addition to the requiem, the album includes other notable works such as "Lord, Thou Hast Been Our Refuge (Psalm 90)" and "3 Prayers of Dietrich Bonhoeffer," which add depth and variety to the collection. The inclusion of these pieces, along with the Duruflé Requiem, makes this album a comprehensive exploration of sacred choral music.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes, "Music for Remembrance" is a substantial and immersive listening experience. The collaboration between James O'Donnell, the Westminster Abbey Choir, and the Britten Sinfonia results in a performance that is both technically impressive and emotionally resonant.
Whether you are a fan of choral music, medieval compositions, or simply seeking a moment of quiet reflection, this album offers a captivating journey through some of the most beautiful and enduring works in the sacred music repertoire.
Requiem, Op. 9: I. IntroitMaurice Duruflé, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Britten Sinfonia, Robert Quinney, James O'Donnell
Requiem, Op. 9: II. KyrieMaurice Duruflé, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Britten Sinfonia, James O'Donnell, Robert Quinney
Requiem, Op. 9: III. Domine Jesu ChristeMaurice Duruflé, Roderick Williams, Robert Quinney, James O'Donnell, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Britten Sinfonia
Requiem, Op. 9: IV. SanctusMaurice Duruflé, Robert Quinney, James O'Donnell, Britten Sinfonia, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey
Requiem, Op. 9: V. Pie JesuMaurice Duruflé, Christine Rice, Caroline Dearnley, Robert Quinney, James O'Donnell, Britten Sinfonia
Requiem, Op. 9: VI. Agnus DeiMaurice Duruflé, Robert Quinney, James O'Donnell, Britten Sinfonia, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey
Requiem, Op. 9: VII. Lux aeternaMaurice Duruflé, James O'Donnell, Britten Sinfonia, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, Robert Quinney
Requiem, Op. 9: VIII. Libera meMaurice Duruflé, James O'Donnell, Britten Sinfonia, Roderick Williams, Robert Quinney, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey
Requiem, Op. 9: IX. In paradisumMaurice Duruflé, James O'Donnell, Britten Sinfonia, Robert Quinney, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey
Lord, Thou Hast Been Our Refuge (Psalm 90)Ralph Vaughan Williams, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, James O'Donnell
3 Prayers of Dietrich Bonhoeffer: I. Morning PrayersPhilip Moore, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, James O'Donnell
3 Prayers of Dietrich Bonhoeffer: II. Prayers in the Time of DistressPhilip Moore, James O'Donnell, William Balkwill, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey
3 Prayers of Dietrich Bonhoeffer: III. Evening PrayersPhilip Moore, James O'Donnell, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey
Take Him, Earth, for CherishingHerbert Howells, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey, James O'Donnell
The Peace That Surpasseth UnderstandingJohn Tavener, James O'Donnell, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey
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