Immerse yourself in the powerful and evocative sounds of "Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace" by Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, a groundbreaking composition that made its Sydney premiere at the iconic Sydney Opera House. This extraordinary album captures the live performance from September 11, 2024, featuring the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Benjamin Northey, with Deborah Cheetham Fraillon herself as the soprano soloist. The requiem, sung entirely in the Gunditjmara language, is a profound and moving exploration of peace, war, and remembrance.
Comprising eighteen tracks, the album spans a duration of one hour and eight minutes, offering a rich and immersive listening experience. Each track is a distinct movement within the requiem, blending traditional and contemporary elements to create a unique and resonant sound. From the hauntingly beautiful "O Pernmeeyal (Requiem)" to the stirring "Noombapee-ngeeye (Kyrie)," every piece is a testament to Cheetham Fraillon's compositional genius and the extraordinary talents of the performers.
The album is a collaborative effort, featuring the Sydney Philharmonia Choirs and conducted by Brett Weymark OAM. The requiem's debut performance took place on June 15, 2019, and its subsequent live recording in Sydney has been eagerly anticipated by music enthusiasts worldwide. With its release on September 5, 2025, under the ABC Classic label, "Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace" is set to become a seminal work in the classical music canon.
Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, a celebrated soprano and composer of Yorta Yorta descent, brings her unique perspective and profound artistic vision to this monumental work. Her collaboration with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and the Sydney Philharmonia Choirs results in a performance that is both technically brilliant and deeply moving. Whether you are a seasoned classical music aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises an unforgettable journey through the power of music and the enduring quest for peace.
Tracks
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: I. O Pernmeeyal (Requiem) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: II. Deen nganang warrakeeleek (Dies irae) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: III. Wanga-n-wanoong (Tuba mirum) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: IV. Kooyeen-wanoong (Liber scriptus) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: V. Tyookooyong-ee (Agnus Dei) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: VI. Tarrameek-tarrameek-kee-ngeeye (Libera me) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: VII. Nganya laka wangoong (Quid sum miser) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: VIII. Deen ngootyoong meereeng (Rex tremendae) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: IX. Pang ngutee-kee-weeng (Recordare) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: X. Ngarnda wanoong (Ingemisco) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: XI. Tamboorawananga-n-eeye (Confutatis) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: XII. Deen nganang weerakaleeyt (Lacrimosa) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: XIII. Yakeen-aya meereeng (Domine Jesu Christe) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: XIV. Pernmeeyal (Hostias) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: XV. Paman paman (Sanctus) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: XVI. Ngatanwarr (Benedictus) - Paman Paman Reprise - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: XVII. Moongay wata keenanpa nganang walawa (Lux aeterna) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: XVIII. Noombapee-ngeeye (Kyrie) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: XIX. O Pernmeeyal (Requiem) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
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