Maria Stader's "Cherubini: Requiem in D Minor" is a captivating exploration of sacred choral music, released on January 1, 1999, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label. This album is a profound journey through two significant works: Luigi Cherubini's "Requiem No. 2 in D minor" and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "Mass in C Major, K. 317 'Coronation'."
Stader's interpretation of Cherubini's "Requiem No. 2 in D minor" is a masterclass in choral artistry, with each movement—from the solemn "Introitus et Kyrie" to the poignant "Pie Jesu"—exhibiting a deep emotional resonance and technical brilliance. The album's second half features Mozart's "Coronation Mass," a work renowned for its majestic and celebratory character. Stader's rendition of this mass is equally compelling, with each section, from the "Kyrie" to the "Agnus Dei," showcasing the composer's genius and the choir's exceptional skill.
Clocking in at just over an hour and seven minutes, this album is a testament to Maria Stader's enduring legacy as one of the most distinguished voices in classical music. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of choral works or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Requiem No. 2 in D minor: 1. Introitus et KyrieLuigi Cherubini, Czech Chorus, Prague, Josef Veselka, Czech Philharmonic, Igor Markevitch
Requiem No. 2 in D minor: 2. GradualeLuigi Cherubini, Czech Chorus, Prague, Josef Vesalka, Czech Philharmonic, Igor Markevitch
Requiem No. 2 in D minor: 3. Dies iraeLuigi Cherubini, Czech Chorus, Prague, Josef Veselka, Czech Philharmonic, Igor Markevitch
Requiem No. 2 in D minor: 4. OffertoriumLuigi Cherubini, Czech Chorus, Prague, Josef Veselka, Czech Philharmonic, Igor Markevitch
Requiem No. 2 in D minor: 5. SanctusLuigi Cherubini, Czech Chorus, Prague, Josef Veselka, Czech Philharmonic, Igor Markevitch
Requiem No. 2 in D minor: 6. Pie JesuLuigi Cherubini, Czech Chorus, Prague, Josef Veselka, Czech Philharmonic, Igor Markevitch
Requiem No. 2 in D minor: 7. Agnus DeiLuigi Cherubini, Czech Chorus, Prague, Josef Veselka, Czech Philharmonic, Igor Markevitch
Mass in C Major, K. 317 "Coronation": 1. KyrieWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Maria Stader, Oralia Dominguez, Ernst Haefliger, Michel Roux, Choeurs Elisabeth Brasseur, Orchestre Lamoureux, Igor Markevitch
Mass in C Major, K. 317 "Coronation": 2. GloriaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Choeurs Elisabeth Brasseur, Orchestre Lamoureux, Igor Markevitch
Mass in C Major, K. 317 "Coronation": 3. CredoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Maria Stader, Oralia Dominguez, Ernst Haefliger, Michel Roux, Choeurs Elisabeth Brasseur, Orchestre Lamoureux, Igor Markevitch
Mass in C Major, K. 317 "Coronation": 4. SanctusWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Choeurs Elisabeth Brasseur, Orchestre Lamoureux, Igor Markevitch
Mass in C Major, K. 317 "Coronation": 5. BenedictusWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Maria Stader, Oralia Dominguez, Ernst Haefliger, Michel Roux, Choeurs Elisabeth Brasseur, Orchestre Lamoureux, Igor Markevitch
Mass in C Major, K. 317 "Coronation": 6. Agnus DeiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Maria Stader, Oralia Dominguez, Ernst Haefliger, Michel Roux, Choeurs Elisabeth Brasseur, Orchestre Lamoureux, Igor Markevitch
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