Experience the grandeur of Feliks Nowowiejski's masterpiece, "Quo vadis, Op. 30," a monumental work that stands as one of the most celebrated compositions by the Polish composer. This album, released on April 21, 2017, under the DUX label, offers a rich and immersive journey through a dramatic oratorio based on Henryk Sienkiewicz's novel "Quo vadis."
Spanning over an hour and thirty-five minutes, this opulent work is performed by the Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra and the Górecki Chamber Choir, under the direction of Piotr Sulkowski. The album features a stellar cast of soloists, delivering powerful and evocative performances that bring the dramatic scenes to life.
"Quo vadis, Op. 30" is divided into five scenes, each filled with vivid orchestration and choral writing that captures the essence of the historical and religious themes presented in Sienkiewicz's novel. The work premiered in Ústí nad Labem in 1907 and has since become a cornerstone of Polish classical music.
From the dramatic opening of Scene 1 to the triumphant conclusion of Scene 5, this album showcases Nowowiejski's mastery of orchestration and his ability to convey deep spiritual and historical narratives through music. Highlights include the stirring "Prätorianer Marsch" and the haunting "Quo vadis, Domine?" which exemplify the composer's skill in creating memorable and impactful musical moments.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or new to the genre, "Quo vadis, Op. 30" offers a captivating and enriching listening experience. This album is a testament to Feliks Nowowiejski's enduring legacy and his significant contribution to the world of classical music.
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Tracks
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 1: Introduction (Maestoso dramatico)Feliks Nowowiejski, Górecki Chamber Choir, Arkadiusz Bialic, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 1: Der Götter Zorn der Rache StrahlFeliks Nowowiejski, Górecki Chamber Choir, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 1: Sechs Tage schon kein MorgenrotFeliks Nowowiejski, Górecki Chamber Choir, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 1: Wir sah'n den Kaiser auf der HöhFeliks Nowowiejski, Górecki Chamber Choir, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 1: Wer? Wer hat entfesselt den ZornFeliks Nowowiejski, Górecki Chamber Choir, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 2: Prätorianer MarschFeliks Nowowiejski, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 2: Gruß und Heil des göttlichen Nero!Feliks Nowowiejski, Rafal Siwek, Górecki Chamber Choir, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 2: Christianos ad leones!Feliks Nowowiejski, Górecki Chamber Choir, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 3: Kommt Brüder lasst uns preisen den Herrn!Feliks Nowowiejski, Sebastian Szumski, Górecki Chamber Choir, Arkadiusz Bialic, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 3: Die Fürsten droh'nFeliks Nowowiejski, Artur Rucinski, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 3: Wir sind bereit, für Jesu NamenFeliks Nowowiejski, Aleksandra Kurzak, Górecki Chamber Choir, Arkadiusz Bialic, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 3: Ich der Hirte, ihr die HerdeFeliks Nowowiejski, Artur Rucinski, Górecki Chamber Choir, Arkadiusz Bialic, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 3: Du Herr, ein Opfer des Tyrannen!Feliks Nowowiejski, Aleksandra Kurzak, Górecki Chamber Choir, Arkadiusz Bialic, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 3: So hätte Gott durch euch gesprochen?Feliks Nowowiejski, Artur Rucinski, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 3: Der Herr segne dich und behüte dichFeliks Nowowiejski, Górecki Chamber Choir, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 4: Andante sostenutoFeliks Nowowiejski, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 4: Tief dunkle NachtFeliks Nowowiejski, Artur Rucinski, Arkadiusz Bialic, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 4: Quo vadis, Domine?Feliks Nowowiejski, Artur Rucinski, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 4: O Herr sieh mich im Staub vernichtet hier!Feliks Nowowiejski, Artur Rucinski, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 4: Ich geh' nach Rom!Feliks Nowowiejski, Artur Rucinski, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 5: Preis dir, Preis dir, Gewaltiger!Feliks Nowowiejski, Górecki Chamber Choir, Arkadiusz Bialic, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 5: Preis, Lob und Dank dir, dem GesalbtenFeliks Nowowiejski, Górecki Chamber Choir, Arkadiusz Bialic, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 5: Ehre e idem Vater und dem SohnFeliks Nowowiejski, Górecki Chamber Choir, Arkadiusz Bialic, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
Quo vadis, Op. 30, Scene 5: AmenFeliks Nowowiejski, Górecki Chamber Choir, Arkadiusz Bialic, Feliks Nowowiejski Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic Orchestra, Piotr Sulkowski
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