David Briggs - Briggs: Mass for Notre Dame (LP)

Experience the resplendent fusion of traditional and contemporary choral music with David Briggs' "Mass for Notre Dame." This captivating album, released in June 2010 under the Hyperion label, showcases Briggs' unique blend of native British and French choral influences, resulting in a sound that is both familiar and refreshingly innovative.

Recorded in July 2009, this album is a creative reunion for David Briggs and Stephen Layton, both former Organ Scholars at King's College, Cambridge. The Choir of Trinity College, Cambridge, under Layton's direction, brings to life Briggs' rich, sumptuous harmonies and ravishing melodic lines with a level of magnificence that is truly inspiring.

The album features a mix of choral and organ works, including Briggs' "Messe pour Notre-Dame," a stunning mass setting that is both reverent and contemporary. The album also includes organ improvisations by Briggs, demonstrating his virtuosity and creativity as an organist. Highlights include the hauntingly beautiful "Ubi caritas et amor" and the triumphant "Te Deum laudamus," followed by a thrilling organ toccata.

With a duration of 1 hour and 12 minutes, this album is a perfect addition to any classical music collection, offering a rich and rewarding listening experience. Whether you're a fan of choral music, organ music, or simply appreciate beautiful, well-crafted music, "Mass for Notre Dame" is sure to delight.