Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Baroque music with this exquisite collection of works by Giovanni Battista Pergolesi. Released in 2010 under the prestigious Archiv Produktion label, this album showcases the composer's mastery of choral and sacred music, offering a rich and spiritual experience.
The album opens with Pergolesi's "Missa S. Emidio," a stunning mass that highlights the composer's ability to blend sacred text with profound musical expression. The intricate polyphony and soaring melodies of the "Kyrie," "Gloria," and "Credo" movements are performed with precision and passion by the Orchestra Mozart, under the baton of the renowned conductor Claudio Abbado.
Following the mass, the album presents the hauntingly beautiful "Salve Regina in F Minor," a work that showcases Pergolesi's talent for creating deeply moving and introspective music. This version, sung by an alto, adds a unique and captivating dimension to the familiar text.
The album also includes the aria "Manca la guida al piè" from Pergolesi's oratorio "La conversione e morte di San Guglielmo," demonstrating the composer's versatility and skill in dramatic and narrative music. The oratorio's powerful storytelling and expressive melodies are brought to life by the talented performers.
Rounding out the collection is the joyful and uplifting "Laudate pueri Dominum," a setting of Psalm 113 that celebrates the glory of God with exuberant choral writing and lively rhythms. The work's seven movements offer a diverse range of musical textures and moods, from the triumphant opening "Laudate pueri" to the reflective closing "Sicut erat in principio."
With a total duration of 72 minutes, this album offers a comprehensive and captivating exploration of Pergolesi's sacred choral music. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection is sure to delight and inspire. The performances by the Orchestra Mozart and Claudio Abbado are nothing short of exceptional, bringing Pergolesi's music to life with stunning clarity and depth.
Missa S. Emidio, P. 47: I. KyrieGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado, Swiss Radio Choir, Diego Fasolis
Missa S. Emidio, P. 47: II. ChristeGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado, Swiss Radio Choir, Diego Fasolis
Missa S. Emidio, P. 47: III. KyrieGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado, Swiss Radio Choir, Diego Fasolis
Missa S. Emidio, P. 47: IV. Gloria in excelsis DeoGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado, Swiss Radio Choir, Diego Fasolis
Missa S. Emidio, P. 47: V. Laudamus teGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Veronica Cangemi, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado
Missa S. Emidio, P. 47: VI. Gratias agimus tibiGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado, Swiss Radio Choir, Diego Fasolis
Missa S. Emidio, P. 47: VII. Domine DeusGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Veronica Cangemi, Sara Mingardo, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado
Missa S. Emidio, P. 47: VIII. Qui tollis peccata mundiGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado, Swiss Radio Choir, Diego Fasolis
Missa S. Emidio, P. 47: IX. Qui tollis peccata mundiGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado, Swiss Radio Choir, Diego Fasolis
Missa S. Emidio, P. 47: X. Qui sedes ad dexteram PatrisGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado, Swiss Radio Choir, Diego Fasolis
Missa S. Emidio, P. 47: XI. Quoniam tu solus sanctusGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Veronica Cangemi, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado
Missa S. Emidio, P. 47: XII. Cum Sancto SpirituGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado, Swiss Radio Choir, Diego Fasolis
Salve Regina in F Minor, P. 78 (Alto Version of C Minor, P. 79): I. Salve ReginaGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Sara Mingardo, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado
Salve Regina in F Minor, P. 78 (Alto Version of C Minor, P. 79): II. Ad te clamamusGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Sara Mingardo, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado
Salve Regina in F Minor, P. 78 (Alto Version of C Minor, P. 79): III. Eia ergoGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Sara Mingardo, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado
Salve Regina in F Minor, P. 78 (Alto Version of C Minor, P. 79): IV. Et Jesum benedictumGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Sara Mingardo, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado
Salve Regina in F Minor, P. 78 (Alto Version of C Minor, P. 79): V. O clemens, o piaGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Sara Mingardo, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado
La conversione e morte di San Guglielmo, Act III: Recit. È dover che le luciGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Veronica Cangemi, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado
La conversione e morte di San Guglielmo, Act III: Aria. Manca la guida al pièGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Veronica Cangemi, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado
Laudate pueri Dominum: I. Laudate pueriGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Rachel Harnisch, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado, Swiss Radio Choir, Diego Fasolis
Laudate pueri Dominum: II. A solis ortuGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Teresa Romano, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado
Laudate pueri Dominum: III. Excelsus super omnesGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Rachel Harnisch, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado, Swiss Radio Choir, Diego Fasolis
Laudate pueri Dominum: IV. Quis sicut DominusGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Rachel Harnisch, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado, Swiss Radio Choir, Diego Fasolis
Laudate pueri Dominum: V. Suscitans a terraGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Rachel Harnisch, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado, Swiss Radio Choir, Diego Fasolis
Laudate pueri Dominum: VII. Sicut erat in principioGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Rachel Harnisch, Orchestra Mozart, Claudio Abbado, Swiss Radio Choir, Diego Fasolis
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