"Chihara / Curtis-Smith" by the Chorus of the New England Conservatory is a captivating blend of ragtime and choral music, released on January 1, 2011, under the NWCRI label. This 49-minute album showcases a unique fusion of traditional choral pieces and lively ragtime rhythms. The album features a diverse range of tracks, including the intricate "Missa Carminum Brevis" and the enchanting "Masquerades" suite, which includes playful titles like "Jig for an Elephant" and "Like a Carrousel." The Chorus of the New England Conservatory delivers a polished and dynamic performance, making this album a delightful exploration of musical contrasts and innovations.
Tracks
Missa Carminum Brevis: I. Kyrie "Sally Gardens"Paul Chihara, Chorus of the New England Conservatory, Lorna Cooke DeVaron
Missa Carminum Brevis: II. Benedictus "The Houlihan"Paul Chihara, Chorus of the New England Conservatory, Lorna Cooke DeVaron
Missa Carminum Brevis: III. Agnus Dei "I Once Loved a Boy"Paul Chihara, Chorus of the New England Conservatory, Lorna Cooke DeVaron
MagnificatPaul Chihara, Chorus of the New England Conservatory, Lorna Cooke DeVaron
Ave Maria-Scarborough FairPaul Chihara, UCLA Men's Glee Club, Don Weiss
Masquerades: I. Nun Komm, der Heiden Heiland "Palindrome"Curtis Curtis-Smith, William Albright, Lorna Cooke DeVaron, Don Weiss
Masquerades: II. Trio "Heterophonic Palindrome"Curtis Curtis-Smith, William Albright, Lorna Cooke DeVaron, Don Weiss
Masquerades: III. Wie Lieblich ist doch Herr, die Stätte "Jig for an Elephant"Curtis Curtis-Smith, William Albright, Lorna Cooke DeVaron, Don Weiss
Masquerades: IV. BagpypesCurtis Curtis-Smith, William Albright, Lorna Cooke DeVaron, Don Weiss
Masquerades: V. In dulci jubilo "Like a Carrousel"Curtis Curtis-Smith, William Albright, Lorna Cooke DeVaron, Don Weiss
Masquerades: VI. Scherzo "Jig for the Feet"Curtis Curtis-Smith, William Albright, Lorna Cooke DeVaron, Don Weiss
Masquerades: VII. Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland: Parody "Palindrome"Curtis Curtis-Smith, William Albright, Lorna Cooke DeVaron, Don Weiss
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