Marc-Antoine Charpentier - Charpentier: Te Deum (LP)

Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Marc-Antoine Charpentier's "Te Deum" with this exquisite 1953 release from BNF Collection. This album is a masterful showcase of Charpentier's sacred choral works, featuring the iconic "Te Deum, H. 146" in its entirety. The piece is a grand and majestic setting of the traditional Latin hymn, divided into eleven distinct movements, each one a testament to Charpentier's compositional genius. From the solemn "Prélude" to the triumphant "Fiat misericordia tua," the album offers a profound and uplifting journey through some of the most celebrated works of French Baroque music. The album also includes other notable pieces such as the "Marche de triomphe" and the contemplative "Pour le saint sacrement au reposoir," adding depth and variety to the listening experience. With a duration of 52 minutes, this album is a perfect introduction to the sacred music of Marc-Antoine Charpentier, offering a blend of grandeur, introspection, and spiritual resonance that continues to captivate audiences more than half a century after its release.