Immerse yourself in the divine harmonies and intricate compositions of "Vivaldi: Ostro Picta & Gloria - Bach: Magnificat," a captivating album by the renowned Collegium Musicum 90, conducted by Richard Hickox. Released in 1991 under the Chandos label, this album is a masterful blend of chamber music, choral, and classical genres, spanning a total of 64 minutes.
The album opens with Antonio Vivaldi's "Introduxione al Gloria, RV 642," featuring the ethereal vocals of Emma Kirkby. This is followed by Vivaldi's "Gloria in D Major, RV 589," a choral masterpiece that showcases the full range of the ensemble's vocal prowess. The first half of the album concludes with the moving "Ostro picta, armata spina," a piece that highlights the solo soprano's ability to convey both power and delicacy.
The second half of the album is dedicated to Johann Sebastian Bach's "Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243." This monumental work is a testament to Bach's genius and the ensemble's ability to bring his vision to life. The piece is a celebration of the Virgin Mary, featuring a variety of vocal and instrumental passages that range from jubilant to contemplative.
Throughout the album, the Collegium Musicum 90 demonstrates their exceptional skill and precision, bringing each piece to life with a level of detail and nuance that is truly remarkable. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to delight and inspire. So, sit back, relax, and let the enchanting melodies and harmonies of this remarkable ensemble transport you to a world of musical bliss.
Tracks
Introduxione al Gloria, RV 642, "Ostro picta, armata spin": I. Ostro picta, armata spina (Soprano)Antonio Vivaldi, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Emma Kirkby
Introduxione al Gloria, RV 642, "Ostro picta, armata spin": II. Sic transit vana et brevis gloria mundi (Soprano)Antonio Vivaldi, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Emma Kirkby
Introduxione al Gloria, RV 642, "Ostro picta, armata spin": III. Linguis favete (Soprano)Antonio Vivaldi, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Emma Kirkby
Gloria in D Major, RV 589: I. Gloria in excelsis Deo (Chorus)Antonio Vivaldi, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Gloria in D Major, RV 589: II. Et in terra pax hominibus (Chorus)Antonio Vivaldi, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Gloria in D Major, RV 589: III. Laudamus te (Soprano I & II)Antonio Vivaldi, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Gloria in D Major, RV 589: IV. Gratias agimus tibi (Chorus)Antonio Vivaldi, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Gloria in D Major, RV 589: V. Propter magnam gloriam (Chorus)Antonio Vivaldi, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Gloria in D Major, RV 589: VI. Domine Deus (Soprano)Antonio Vivaldi, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Emma Kirkby
Gloria in D Major, RV 589: VII. Domine Fili unigenite (Chorus)Antonio Vivaldi, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Gloria in D Major, RV 589: VIII. Domine Deus, Agnus Dei (Counter-Tenor, Chorus)Antonio Vivaldi, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Michael Chance, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Gloria in D Major, RV 589: IX. Qui tollis peccata mundi (Chorus)Antonio Vivaldi, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Gloria in D Major, RV 589: X. Qui sedes ad dexteram (Counter-Tenor)Antonio Vivaldi, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Michael Chance
Gloria in D Major, RV 589: XI. Quoniam tu solus Sanctus (Chorus)Antonio Vivaldi, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Gloria in D Major, RV 589: XII. Cum Sancto Spiritu (Chorus)Antonio Vivaldi, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: I. Magnificat (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: II. Et exsultavit spiritus meus (Soprano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Emma Kirkby
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: III. Quia respexit humilitatem (Soprano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Emma Kirkby
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: IV. Omnes generationes (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: V. Quia fecit mihi magna (Bass)Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Stephen Varcoe
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: VI. Et misericordia (Counter-Tenor, Tenor)Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Michael Chance, John Mark Ainsley
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: VII. Fecit potentiam (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: VIII. Deposuit potentes (Tenor)Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, John Mark Ainsley
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: IX. Erusientes implevit bonis (Counter-Tenor)Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Michael Chance
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: X. Suscepit Israel (Soprano I, Soprano II, Counter-Tenor)Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Emma Kirkby, Tessa Bonner, Michael Chance
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: XI. Sicut locutus est (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: XII. Gloria Patri (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Musicum 90, Richard Hickox, Collegium Musicum 90 Choir
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