Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of sacred choral music with "The Essential Oxford Camerata," a meticulously curated collection by the renowned Oxford Camerata. Released on March 22, 2024, under the Naxos Special Projects label, this album spans a diverse range of genres, including choral, medieval, Gregorian chant, and requiem, offering a profound exploration of spiritual and historical musical traditions.
Comprising 36 tracks and spanning over two hours and twenty-eight minutes, this album showcases the Oxford Camerata's exceptional artistry and versatility. The ensemble, led by conductor Jeremy Summerly, delivers a captivating performance that highlights the intricate harmonies and profound emotional depth of each piece. From the haunting beauty of Gregorian chants to the grandeur of Renaissance masses, the album is a testament to the enduring power of choral music.
Featured works include compositions by renowned masters such as Tomás Luis de Victoria, William Byrd, and Hildegard von Bingen, as well as lesser-known gems that showcase the breadth of the Oxford Camerata's repertoire. Notable tracks include "Requiem in D Minor, Op. 48: IV. Pie Jesu," famously featured in the film "S1m0ne," and "Spem in alium," a monumental work for 40 voices that exemplifies the ensemble's technical prowess and musical sensitivity.
"The Essential Oxford Camerata" is not just a compilation of tracks but a journey through time and tradition, offering a glimpse into the sacred and secular music of centuries past. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of choral music or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises an enriching and uplifting listening experience. Prepare to be transported by the ethereal voices of the Oxford Camerata as they bring these timeless compositions to life.
Tracks
O pastor animarumHildegard von Bingen, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Mass a 5: KyrieWilliam Byrd, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Missa O magnum mysterium: KyrieTomás Luis de Victoria, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Mass for 4 Voices: Mass a 4: SanctusThomas Tallis, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Missa L'homme arme: Kyrie (Missa L' homme arme)Johannes Ockeghem, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Burial Service: Man That Is born of a woman, Z. 27Henry Purcell, Oxford Camerata, Laurence Cummings, Jeremy Summerly
Requiem in D Minor, Op. 48: IV. Pie Jesu (Featured in "S1m0ne")Gabriel Fauré, Lisa Beckley, Colm Carey, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Crux fidelisJoão IV of Portugal, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Le Voir Dit: Rondeau 18: Puis qu'en oubliGuillaume de Machaut, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Pastyme with good company: Pastime with Good CompanyHenry VIII, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Motets for 5-8 Voices, Book 4 for 5 Voices "Canticis Canticorum": Si ignoras teGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Lay a GarlandRobert Lucas Pearsall, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Missa Bell' Amfitrit' altera: Agnus DeiOrlande de Lassus, Oxford Schola Cantorum, Jeremy Summerly
Short Service: MagnificatOrlando Gibbons, Oxford Camerata, Laurence Cummings, Jeremy Summerly
Lord, to thee I make my moanThomas Weelkes, Gary Cooper, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
O vos omnesCarlo Gesualdo, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Mass for 4 Voices: KyrieWilliam Byrd, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
8 Partsongs, Op. 119: No. 3, The BluebirdCharles Villiers Stanford, Carys-Anne Lane, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Tantum ergoDéodat de Séverac, Oxford Schola Cantorum, Jeremy Summerly
O viridissima virgaHildegard von Bingen, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
O magnum mysteriumTomás Luis de Victoria, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Masses, Book 2, Missa Papae Marcelli: KyrieGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
O sacrum conviviumThomas Tallis, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Missa Caput: I KyrieJacob Obrecht, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Mottetta typis nondum uspiam excusa: Lauda mater ecclesiaOrlande de Lassus, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Missa L'homme arme: KyrieGuillaume Dufay, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Ave MariaJosquin des Prez, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Requiem, Op. 48: VII. In paradisum (From "Copycat")Gabriel Fauré, Lisa Beckley, Colm Carey, Nicholas Gedge, Oxford Schola Cantorum, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Illumina faciem tuamCarlo Gesualdo, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Messe de Nostre Dame: SanctusGuillaume de Machaut, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
As Vesta was from Latmos hill descendingThomas Weelkes, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Psalms of David, Op. 2: Jauchzet dem Herren, alle Welt, SWV 36Heinrich Schütz, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
Magnificat sexti toniAdrian Willaert, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
O Euchari in leta viaHildegard von Bingen, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
MiserereGregorio Allegri, Oxford Camerata, Oxford Schola Cantorum, Jeremy Summerly
Spem in aliumThomas Tallis, Oxford Camerata, Jeremy Summerly
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