Geoffrey Burgon's "Burgon: Requiem; Nunc dimittis" is a profound and moving classical album released on January 1, 1978, under Decca Music Group Ltd. This 53-minute masterpiece showcases Burgon's exceptional compositional skills and his deep understanding of the requiem genre. The album features a powerful rendition of the traditional requiem mass, divided into three parts: "Requiem Aeternam," "Dies Irae," and "Libera Me," each offering a unique blend of solemnity, intensity, and introspection. The album also includes a serene and reflective performance of the "Nunc dimittis," adding a touch of tranquility to the overall composition. Burgon's work is a testament to his ability to evoke a wide range of emotions through his music, making this album a captivating experience for classical music enthusiasts.
Tracks
Requiem - Part 1 - Requiem Aeternam: Entréme donde no supeGeoffrey Burgon, Jennifer Smith, London Symphony Chorus, Wooburn Singers, City of London Sinfonia, Richard Hickox
Requiem - Part 1 - Requiem Aeternam: Requiem aeternam (I)Geoffrey Burgon, Jennifer Smith, London Symphony Chorus, Wooburn Singers, City of London Sinfonia, Richard Hickox
Requiem - Part 2 - Dies Irae: Dies irae, dies illaGeoffrey Burgon, Jennifer Smith, London Symphony Chorus, Wooburn Singers, City of London Sinfonia, Richard Hickox
Requiem - Part 2 - Dies Irae: Rex tremendae majestatisGeoffrey Burgon, London Symphony Chorus, Wooburn Singers, City of London Sinfonia, Richard Hickox
Requiem - Part 2 - Dies Irae: Lacrimosa dies illaGeoffrey Burgon, Jennifer Smith, City of London Sinfonia, Richard Hickox
Requiem - Part 3 - Libera Me: En mí yo no vivo yaGeoffrey Burgon, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, London Symphony Chorus, Wooburn Singers, City of London Sinfonia, Richard Hickox
Requiem - Part 3 - Libera Me: Lloraré mi muerte yaGeoffrey Burgon, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, City of London Sinfonia, Richard Hickox
Requiem - Part 3 - Libera Me: Agnus Dei (II)Geoffrey Burgon, Jennifer Smith, Ann Murray, London Symphony Chorus, Wooburn Singers, City of London Sinfonia, Richard Hickox
Requiem - Part 3 - Libera Me: Lux aeterna luceat eis DomineGeoffrey Burgon, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, London Symphony Chorus, Wooburn Singers, City of London Sinfonia, Richard Hickox
Requiem - Part 3 - Libera Me: Requiem aeternam (II)Geoffrey Burgon, Jennifer Smith, London Symphony Chorus, Wooburn Singers, City of London Sinfonia, Richard Hickox
Nunc dimittisGeoffrey Burgon, Thomas Hopkinson, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, John Wallace, Stephen Cleobury
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