Immerse yourself in the sacred and serene compositions of Maurice Duruflé with the album "Duruflé: Requiem & 4 Motets." Released in February 1987 by Hyperion, this album is a profound exploration of choral and requiem genres, spanning a total of 50 minutes. Duruflé, a master of his craft, presents his Requiem, Op. 9, a deeply moving setting of the Latin Requiem, originally composed in 1947 and revised in 1961. The piece is performed with a solo baritone, mezzo-soprano, mixed choir, and organ, creating a hauntingly beautiful and spiritual experience.
In addition to the Requiem, the album features four motets based on Gregorian themes, Op. 10. These include "Ubi caritas et amor," "Tota pulchra es," "Tu es Petrus," and "Tantum ergo sacramentum," each offering a unique blend of traditional Gregorian chant and Duruflé's distinctive compositional style. The performances are brought to life by the Corydon Singers, with Ann Murray and Matthew Best taking on the solo roles, under the direction of Stephen Layton.
The album's instrumentation, which includes organ, harp, three trumpets, and timpani, adds a rich and textured backdrop to the choral works. Duruflé's Requiem was notably chosen as the Requiem mass for Pope John Paul II, highlighting its significance and enduring appeal. Whether you are a classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a captivating journey through the sacred and contemplative works of Maurice Duruflé.
Tracks
Requiem, Op. 9: I. IntroitMaurice Duruflé, Corydon Singers, English Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Trotter, Matthew Best
Requiem, Op. 9: II. KyrieMaurice Duruflé, Thomas Trotter, Matthew Best, English Chamber Orchestra, Corydon Singers
Requiem, Op. 9: III. Domine Jesu ChristeMaurice Duruflé, English Chamber Orchestra, Corydon Singers, Thomas Trotter, Thomas Allen, Matthew Best
Requiem, Op. 9: IV. SanctusMaurice Duruflé, Corydon Singers, English Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Best, Thomas Trotter
Requiem, Op. 9: V. Pie JesuMaurice Duruflé, English Chamber Orchestra, Ann Murray, Matthew Best, Charles Tunnell, Thomas Trotter
Requiem, Op. 9: VI. Agnus DeiMaurice Duruflé, Thomas Trotter, Corydon Singers, English Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Best
Requiem, Op. 9: VII. Lux aeternaMaurice Duruflé, Corydon Singers, Thomas Trotter, English Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Best
Requiem, Op. 9: VIII. Libera meMaurice Duruflé, Corydon Singers, Thomas Allen, English Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Trotter, Matthew Best
Requiem, Op. 9: IX. In paradisumMaurice Duruflé, Corydon Singers, Matthew Best, English Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Trotter
4 Motets sur des thèmes grégoriens, Op. 10: No. 1, Ubi caritas et amorMaurice Duruflé, Matthew Best, Corydon Singers
4 Motets sur des thèmes grégoriens, Op. 10: No. 2, Tota pulchra esMaurice Duruflé, Matthew Best, Corydon Singers
4 Motets sur des thèmes grégoriens, Op. 10: No. 3, Tu es PetrusMaurice Duruflé, Matthew Best, Corydon Singers
4 Motets sur des thèmes grégoriens, Op. 10: No. 4, Tantum ergo sacramentumMaurice Duruflé, Matthew Best, Corydon Singers
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