Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Morten Lauridsen's "Choral Works," a 2009 release that showcases the composer's unique ability to blend contemporary and traditional choral styles. This album, featuring the renowned Morten Lauridsen and The Elora Singers under the direction of Noel Edison, is a testament to Lauridsen's skill and the ensemble's virtuosity.
The collection includes 17 tracks, spanning a total of 1 hour and 8 minutes, and is a beautiful representation of Lauridsen's signature style. His works have garnered widespread acclaim and a dedicated following, thanks to their warm accessibility and skillful craftsmanship. The album opens with the iconic "Lux Aeterna: O nata lux," a piece that has become a cornerstone of contemporary choral music. It also features the complete set of "Madrigali," "Les chansons des roses," and "Mid-Winter Songs," each offering a distinct exploration of Lauridsen's compositional prowess. The album concludes with a live recording of "O magnum mysterium," adding a touch of raw, unfiltered emotion to the collection.
Morten Lauridsen, a National Medal of Arts recipient, is an American composer and educator who has been a professor of composition at the University of Southern California Thornton School of Music for over three decades. His works, including this album, have been critically acclaimed and have left an indelible mark on the choral music landscape. "Choral Works" is not just an album; it's a journey through the evocative and captivating compositions of one of the most celebrated composers of our time.
Tracks
Lux aeterna: O nata luxMorten Lauridsen, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
Madrigali: No. 1, Ov'è, lass', il bel viso?Morten Lauridsen, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
Madrigali: No. 2, Quando son più lontanMorten Lauridsen, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
Madrigali: No. 3, Amor, lo sento l'almaMorten Lauridsen, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
Madrigali: No. 4, Io piango, che 'l doloreMorten Lauridsen, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
Madrigali: No. 5, Luci serene e chiareMorten Lauridsen, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
Madrigali: No. 6, Se per havervi, oimèMorten Lauridsen, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
Les chansons des roses: No. 1, En une seule fleurMorten Lauridsen, Leslie De'Ath, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
Les chansons des roses: No. 2, Contre qui, roseMorten Lauridsen, Leslie De'Ath, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
Les chansons des roses: No. 3, De ton rêve trop pleinMorten Lauridsen, Leslie De'Ath, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
Les chansons des roses: No. 4, La rose complète - No. 5, Dirait-onMorten Lauridsen, Leslie De'Ath, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
Mid-Winter Songs: No. 1, Lament for PasiphaëMorten Lauridsen, Leslie De'Ath, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
Mid-Winter Songs: No. 2, Like snowMorten Lauridsen, Leslie De'Ath, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
Mid-Winter Songs: No. 3, She tells her love while half asleepMorten Lauridsen, Leslie De'Ath, The Elora Singers, Noel Edison
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