Immerse yourself in the rich, resonant compositions of Edward Elgar with the album "Ecce sacerdos magnus." Released on March 16, 2018, under the SOMM Recordings label, this classical masterpiece spans a captivating 1 hour and 17 minutes, featuring 14 tracks that showcase Elgar's unparalleled orchestral and choral prowess. The album opens with the titular "Ecce sacerdos magnus," a gradual for chorus and orchestra, followed by a diverse array of works including the triumphant "Te Deum laudamus," the serene "Benedictus," and the evocative "Spanish Serenade." A highlight of the collection is "Scenes from the Bavarian Highlands," a suite of six pieces that paint vivid musical landscapes of rural life and folklore. The album concludes with the majestic "Benedictus" from Elgar's Mass No. 14 in B-Flat Major, also known as the "Harmoniemesse." Performed by the Brighton Festival Chorus and the BBC Concert Orchestra under the direction of Barry Wordsworth, this album is a testament to Elgar's enduring legacy and the timeless beauty of his music. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Ecce sacerdos magnus" offers a profound and enriching listening experience.
Tracks
Ecce sacerdos magnusEdward Elgar, Brighton Festival Chorus, BBC Concert Orchestra, Barry Wordsworth
Te Deum laudamus, Op. 34 No. 1Edward Elgar, Brighton Festival Chorus, BBC Concert Orchestra, Barry Wordsworth
Benedictus, Op. 34 No. 2Edward Elgar, Brighton Festival Chorus, BBC Concert Orchestra, Barry Wordsworth
O Hearken Thou, Op. 64Edward Elgar, Brighton Festival Chorus, BBC Concert Orchestra, Barry Wordsworth
Psalm 48, Op. 67 "Great Is the Lord"Edward Elgar, Brighton Festival Chorus, BBC Concert Orchestra, Barry Wordsworth
Psalm 29, Op. 74 "Give unto the Lord"Edward Elgar, Brighton Festival Chorus, BBC Concert Orchestra, Barry Wordsworth
Spanish Serenade, Op. 23 (Stars of the Summer Night)Edward Elgar, Brighton Festival Chorus, BBC Concert Orchestra, Barry Wordsworth
Scenes from the Bavarian Highlands, Op. 27: No. 1, The Dance (Sonnenbichl)Edward Elgar, Brighton Festival Chorus, BBC Concert Orchestra, Barry Wordsworth
Scenes from the Bavarian Highlands, Op. 27: No. 2, False Love (Wamberg)Edward Elgar, Brighton Festival Chorus, BBC Concert Orchestra, Barry Wordsworth
Scenes from the Bavarian Highlands, Op. 27: No. 3, Lullaby (In Hammersbach)Edward Elgar, Brighton Festival Chorus, BBC Concert Orchestra, Barry Wordsworth
Scenes from the Bavarian Highlands, Op. 27: No. 4, Aspiration (Bei Sankt Anton)Edward Elgar, Brighton Festival Chorus, BBC Concert Orchestra, Barry Wordsworth
Scenes from the Bavarian Highlands, Op. 27: No. 5, On the Alm (Hoch Alp)Edward Elgar, Brighton Festival Chorus, BBC Concert Orchestra, Barry Wordsworth
Scenes from the Bavarian Highlands, Op. 27: No. 6, The Marksmen (Bei Murnau)Edward Elgar, Brighton Festival Chorus, BBC Concert Orchestra, Barry Wordsworth
Mass No. 14 in B-Flat Major, Hob. XXII:14 "Harmoniemesse": BenedictusJoseph Haydn, Brighton Festival Chorus, BBC Concert Orchestra, Barry Wordsworth
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