Immerse yourself in the profound and stirring compositions of Edward Elgar with this captivating live recording of "The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38." This album, released on August 7, 2015, under the Archipel label, offers a comprehensive journey through one of Elgar's most celebrated works, a choral masterpiece that blends orchestral grandeur with deeply moving vocal performances.
The Dream of Gerontius is a dramatic and spiritual journey, set to the poetic text of Cardinal John Henry Newman. The work is divided into two parts, each exploring themes of life, death, and the afterlife with Elgar's signature emotional depth and musical brilliance. The first part opens with a haunting prelude, followed by a series of powerful choral and orchestral passages that depict the protagonist's final moments and his soul's journey towards judgment. The second part continues this narrative, culminating in a transcendent finale that leaves a lasting impression.
In addition to "The Dream of Gerontius," this album also features a live performance of Hector Berlioz's "Symphonie fantastique, Op. 14," a programmatic symphony that showcases Elgar's conducting prowess and the orchestra's versatility. The five movements of the symphony take the listener through a range of emotions, from the dreamy "Rêveries-passions" to the frenzied "Songe d'une nuit du sabbat."
With a total runtime of 2 hours and 28 minutes, this album is a testament to Elgar's enduring legacy and his ability to create music that resonates on a deeply personal level. Whether you're a longtime fan of classical music or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, this live recording is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 1: Prelude (Live)Edward Elgar, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 1: Jesu, Maria, I Am Near to Death (Live)Edward Elgar, Jon Vickers, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 1: Kyrie eleison (Live)Edward Elgar, Coro di Roma della RAI, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 1: Rouse Thee, My Fainting Soul (Live)Edward Elgar, Jon Vickers, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 1: Be Merciful, Be Gracious (Live)Edward Elgar, Coro di Roma della RAI, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 1: Sanctus fortis, Sanctus Deus (Live)Edward Elgar, Jon Vickers, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 1: I Can No More (Live)Edward Elgar, Jon Vickers, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 1: Rescue Him, O Lord (Live)Edward Elgar, Jon Vickers, Coro di Roma della RAI, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 1: Novissima hora est (Live)Edward Elgar, Jon Vickers, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 1: Profiscere, anima Christiana (Live)Edward Elgar, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 1: Go, in the Name of Angels and Archangels (Live)Edward Elgar, Coro di Roma della RAI, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 2: Prelude (Live)Edward Elgar, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 2: I Went to Sleep (Live)Edward Elgar, Jon Vickers, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 2: My Work Is Done (Live)Edward Elgar, Constance Shacklock, Jon Vickers, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 2: Low-Born Clods of Brute Earth (Live)Edward Elgar, Coro di Roma della RAI, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 2: The Mind Bold and Independent (Live)Edward Elgar, Coro di Roma della RAI, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 2: I See Not Those False Spirits (Live)Edward Elgar, Jon Vickers, Constance Shacklock, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 2: Praise to the Holiest (Live)Edward Elgar, Constance Shacklock, Coro di Roma della RAI, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 2: Glory to Him (Live)Edward Elgar, Constance Shacklock, Jon Vickers, Coro di Roma della RAI, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 2: Praise to the Holiest in the Height (Live)Edward Elgar, Coro di Roma della RAI, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 2: The Judgment Now Is Near (Live)Edward Elgar, Constance Shacklock, Jon Vickers, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 2: Jesu! By That Shuddering Dread (Live)Edward Elgar, Jon Vickers, Marian Nowakowski, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 2: Praise to His Name! (Live)Edward Elgar, Constance Shacklock, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 2: Take Me Away (Live)Edward Elgar, Jon Vickers, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 2: Lord, Thou Hast Been Our Refuge (Live)Edward Elgar, Coro di Roma della RAI, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 2: Softly and Gently (Live)Edward Elgar, Constance Shacklock, Coro di Roma della RAI, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Roma, Sir John Barbirolli
Symphonie fantastique, Op. 14, H. 48: I. Rêveries-passions (Live)Hector Berlioz, Hallé, Sir John Barbirolli
Symphonie fantastique, Op. 14, H. 48: II. Un bal (Live)Hector Berlioz, Hallé, Sir John Barbirolli
Symphonie fantastique, Op. 14, H. 48, III. Scène aux champs. Adagio (Live)Hector Berlioz, Hallé, Sir John Barbirolli
Symphonie fantastique, Op. 14, H. 48: IV. Marche au supplice. Allegretto non troppo (Live)Hector Berlioz, Hallé, Sir John Barbirolli
Symphonie fantastique, Op. 14, H. 48: V. Songe d'une nuit du sabbat (Live)Hector Berlioz, Hallé, Sir John Barbirolli
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