Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Einojuhani Rautavaara's "Vigilia," a captivating choral work that showcases the composer's unique blend of neoclassical, avant-garde, and operatic influences. Released on September 6, 2019, under the BIS label, this album is a testament to Rautavaara's mastery of choral composition, featuring the esteemed Helsinki Chamber Choir and conductor Nils Schweckendiek.
"Vigilia" is a 34-track journey through a rich tapestry of sacred choral music, spanning a duration of 1 hour and 10 minutes. The album is a collection of various liturgical pieces, each meticulously crafted to evoke a sense of reverence and spiritual contemplation. From the opening "Vigilia: No. 1" to the closing "Vigilia: No. 34," Rautavaara's compositions are imbued with a profound depth of emotion and a striking harmonic language that sets them apart.
The album features a diverse range of choral works, including psalms, hymns, and litanies, each performed with exquisite precision and artistry by the Helsinki Chamber Choir. The ensemble's rich, resonant tones fill the space with a sense of grandeur and solemnity, making "Vigilia" an unforgettable listening experience.
Einojuhani Rautavaara, a Finnish composer of international renown, has created a body of work that spans symphonies, concertos, and choral pieces. His compositions are known for their lyrical beauty, intricate structures, and innovative use of harmony. "Vigilia" is a shining example of his ability to blend traditional liturgical elements with modern compositional techniques, resulting in a work that is both timeless and contemporary.
Whether you are a fan of choral music, a devotee of classical composition, or simply someone seeking a deeply moving musical experience, "Vigilia" is an album that will captivate and inspire. Let the ethereal voices of the Helsinki Chamber Choir transport you to a place of tranquility and reflection, as Einojuhani Rautavaara's masterful compositions unfold before you.
Tracks
Vigilia: No. 1, Tulkaa, kumartakaamme meidänEinojuhani Rautavaara, Niall Chorell, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 2, AlkupsalmiEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 3, KatismaEinojuhani Rautavaara, Varvara Merras-Häyrynen, Sirkku Rintamäki, Mats Lillhannus, Sampo Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 4, AvuksihuutopsalmiEinojuhani Rautavaara, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 5, AvuksihuutostikiiraEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 6, Dogmistikiira JumalansynnyttäjälleEinojuhani Rautavaara, Niall Chorell, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 7, EhtoohymniEinojuhani Rautavaara, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 8, Hartauden ekteniaEinojuhani Rautavaara, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 9, Litanian stikiiraEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 10, Litanian ekteniaEinojuhani Rautavaara, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 11, VirrelmästikiiraEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 12, Tropari IEinojuhani Rautavaara, Meri Metsomäki, Sirkku Rintamäki, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 13, Juhlapäivän tropariEinojuhani Rautavaara, Niall Chorell, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 14, LoppusiunausEinojuhani Rautavaara, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 15, Kunnia olkoon pyhälleEinojuhani Rautavaara, Niall Chorell, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 16, Tropari IIEinojuhani Rautavaara, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 17, Tropari IIIEinojuhani Rautavaara, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 18, YlistysveisuEinojuhani Rautavaara, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 19, YlösnousemustropariEinojuhani Rautavaara, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 20, AntifoniEinojuhani Rautavaara, Niall Chorell, Sampo Haapaniemi, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 21, ProkimeniEinojuhani Rautavaara, Sampo Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 22, YlösnousemusveisuEinojuhani Rautavaara, Júlia Heéger, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 23, Irmossi IEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 24, Irmossi IIIEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 25, Irmossi IVEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 26, Irmossi VEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 27, Irmossi VIEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 28, Irmossi VIIEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 29, Irmossi VIIIEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 30, Jumalansynnyttäjän kiitosvirsiEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tove Djupsjöbacka, Varvara Merras-Häyrynen, Iris Oja, Martti Anttila, Niall Chorell, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 31, Irmossi IXEinojuhani Rautavaara, Sampo Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 32, KiitosstikiiraEinojuhani Rautavaara, Júlia Heéger, Niall Chorell, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 33, YlösnousemustropariEinojuhani Rautavaara, Niall Chorell, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 34, LoppusiunausEinojuhani Rautavaara, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
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