Immerse yourself in the sacred and spiritual world of Francis Poulenc with his captivating album "Poulenc: Sacred Music." Released on October 1, 2002, under the Collegium label, this neoclassical and classical masterpiece spans a duration of 1 hour and 7 minutes, offering a profound exploration of Poulenc's religious compositions.
The album is a rich tapestry of sacred choral works, featuring the intricate and moving "Gloria, FP 177" in six parts, each section delving deeper into the sacred text. The hauntingly beautiful "Salve Regina, FP 110" and the serene "Ave verum corpus, FP 154" showcase Poulenc's ability to evoke deep emotion and reverence. The album also includes the powerful "Exultate Deo, FP 109" and the contemplative "Litanies à la Vierge Noire, FP 82," performed with a choir, string orchestra, and timpani.
Poulenc's "4 Motets pour un temps de pénitence, FP 97" and "4 Motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152" offer a journey through the liturgical year, from the penitential season to the joyous celebration of Christmas. Each motet is a gem, revealing Poulenc's mastery of choral writing and his deep spiritual insight.
This album is a testament to Poulenc's enduring legacy as one of the most significant composers of the 20th century. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Poulenc's work, this collection of sacred music is sure to inspire and uplift.
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Tracks
Gloria, FP 177: I. GloriaFrancis Poulenc, Donna Deam, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia, John Rutter
Gloria, FP 177: II. Laudamus teFrancis Poulenc, Donna Deam, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia, John Rutter
Gloria, FP 177: III. Domine DeusFrancis Poulenc, Donna Deam, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia, John Rutter
Gloria, FP 177: IV. Domine Fili unigeniteFrancis Poulenc, Donna Deam, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia, John Rutter
Gloria, FP 177: V. Domine Deus, Agnus DeiFrancis Poulenc, Donna Deam, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia, John Rutter
Gloria, FP 177: VI. Qui sedes ad dexteram PatrisFrancis Poulenc, Donna Deam, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia, John Rutter
Salve Regina, FP 110Francis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Ave verum corpus, FP 154Francis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Exultate Deo, FP 109Francis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Litanies à la Vierge Noire, FP 82 (Version for Choir, String Orchestra & Timpani)Francis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia, John Rutter
4 Motets pour un temps de pénitence, FP 97: No. 1, Timor et tremorFrancis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
4 Motets pour un temps de pénitence, FP 97: No. 2, Vinea mea electaFrancis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
4 Motets pour un temps de pénitence, FP 97: No. 3, Tenebrae factae suntFrancis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
4 Motets pour un temps de pénitence, FP 97: No. 4, Tristis est anima meaFrancis Poulenc, Mary Seers, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
4 Motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152: No. 1, O magnum mysteriumFrancis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
4 Motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152: No. 2, Quem vidistis pastores diciteFrancis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
4 Motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152: No. 3, Videntes stellamFrancis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
4 Motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152: No. 4, Hodie Christus natus estFrancis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
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