Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of sacred choral music with Olaf Bär's exquisite 1989 recording of Fauré/Duruflé - Requiems. This album is a captivating journey through two of the most revered requiem masses in the classical repertoire, performed by the renowned Olaf Bär alongside the esteemed English Chamber Orchestra and the King's College Choir, Cambridge.
Spanning a total of 72 minutes, this album features 16 tracks that showcase the serene and contemplative nature of Fauré's Requiem, Op. 48, and the rich, harmonically complex Requiem, Op. 9 by Duruflé. The performances are marked by their clarity, precision, and profound emotional depth, with Bär's velvety baritone and the ethereal voices of the King's College Choir creating a transcendent listening experience.
The album opens with Duruflé's Introit, setting the stage for a spiritual journey that includes such highlights as the hauntingly beautiful "Pie Jesu" and the powerful "Libera me." Fauré's Requiem is equally compelling, with its gentle "Cantique de Jean Racine" and the moving "In Paradisum" providing moments of pure sonic bliss.
Recorded with meticulous attention to detail, this album is a testament to the enduring power of these masterworks and the artistry of the performers. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, Fauré/Duruflé - Requiems is an essential addition to your collection, offering a profound and uplifting musical experience.
Tracks
IntroitMaurice Duruflé, English Chamber Orchestra, Stephen Cleobury
Requiem, Op.9: KyrieMaurice Duruflé, Ann Murray/Olaf Bär/Peter Barley/King's College Choir, Cambridge/English Chamber Orchestra/Stephen Cleobury, Stephen Cleobury, English Chamber Orchestra
Domine Jesu ChristeMaurice Duruflé, Ann Murray, Stephen Cleobury, English Chamber Orchestra
Requiem, Op.9: SanctusMaurice Duruflé, Peter Barley/King's College Choir, Cambridge/English Chamber Orchestra/Stephen Cleobury, Stephen Cleobury, English Chamber Orchestra
Duruflé: Requiem, Op. 9: Pie JesuMaurice Duruflé, Ann Murray/Olaf Bär/Peter Barley/King's College Choir, Cambridge/English Chamber Orchestra/Stephen Cleobury, Stephen Cleobury, English Chamber Orchestra
Requiem, Op.9: Agnus DeiMaurice Duruflé, Peter Barley/King's College Choir, Cambridge/English Chamber Orchestra/Stephen Cleobury, Stephen Cleobury, English Chamber Orchestra
Lux aeternaMaurice Duruflé, English Chamber Orchestra, Stephen Cleobury
Requiem Op. 9: Libera meMaurice Duruflé, Ann Murray/Olaf Bär/Peter Barley/Choir of King's College, Cambridge/English Chamber Orchestra/Stephen Cleobury, Stephen Cleobury, English Chamber Orchestra
Requiem, Op.9: In paradisumMaurice Duruflé, Ann Murray/Olaf Bär/Peter Barley/King's College Choir, Cambridge/English Chamber Orchestra/Stephen Cleobury, Stephen Cleobury, English Chamber Orchestra
Fauré: Requiem, Op. 48: I. Introït et KyrieGabriel Fauré, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, English Chamber Orchestra
Fauré: Requiem, Op. 48: II. OffertoireGabriel Fauré, English Chamber Orchestra, Olaf Bär, Stephen Cleobury
Fauré: Requiem, Op. 48: III. SanctusGabriel Fauré, Stephen Cleobury
Fauré: Requiem, Op. 48: IV. Pie JesuGabriel Fauré, Richard Eteson/Choir of King's College, Cambridge/English Chamber Orchestra/Stephen Cleobury, Richard Eteson, Stephen Cleobury, English Chamber Orchestra
Fauré: Requiem, Op. 48: V. Agnus DeiGabriel Fauré, Stephen Cleobury, English Chamber Orchestra
Fauré: Requiem, Op. 48: VI. Libera meGabriel Fauré, Olaf Bär, Stephen Cleobury
Fauré: Requiem, Op. 48: VII. In ParadisumGabriel Fauré, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Stephen Cleobury, English Chamber Orchestra
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