Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of sacred choral music with the Westminster Cathedral Choir's 1990 release, "G. Anerio: Requiem – F. Anerio: 6 Motets." This exquisite collection, released under the Hyperion label, offers a profound exploration of Gregorian chant and choral mastery, spanning a captivating 72 minutes.
The album centers around Gabriele Anerio's "Missa pro defunctis," a poignant Requiem that unfolds through nine moving sections, from the solemn "Introitus. Requiem aeternam" to the haunting "Responsorium. Libera me." Complementing this is a selection of six motets by Felice Anerio, including the serene "Vidi speciosam" and the devotional "Salve Regina," showcasing the choir's versatility and depth.
The Westminster Cathedral Choir, renowned for their impeccable precision and rich tonal quality, delivers a performance that is both technically brilliant and deeply expressive. Their rendition of these sacred works is a testament to their artistry, offering a spiritual and musical experience that transcends time.
Whether you're a devotee of choral music or a newcomer seeking to explore its profound depths, this album is a treasure trove of sacred compositions that will resonate with your soul.
Tracks
Missa pro defunctis "Requiem": I. Introitus. Requiem aeternamGiovanni Francesco Anerio, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir
Missa pro defunctis "Requiem": II. KyrieGiovanni Francesco Anerio, Westminster Cathedral Choir, James O'Donnell
Missa pro defunctis "Requiem": III. Sequentia. Dies iraeGiovanni Francesco Anerio, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir
Missa pro defunctis "Requiem": IV. Offertorium. Domine Iesu ChristeGiovanni Francesco Anerio, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir
Missa pro defunctis "Requiem": V. SanctusGiovanni Francesco Anerio, Westminster Cathedral Choir, James O'Donnell
Missa pro defunctis "Requiem": VI. Agnus Dei I, II, IIIGiovanni Francesco Anerio, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir
Missa pro defunctis "Requiem": VII. Communio. Lux aeternaGiovanni Francesco Anerio, Westminster Cathedral Choir, James O'Donnell
Missa pro defunctis "Requiem": VIII. Responsorium. Libera meGiovanni Francesco Anerio, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir
Missa pro defunctis "Requiem": IX. Kyrie in absolutioneGiovanni Francesco Anerio, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir
Vidi speciosamFelice Anerio, Westminster Cathedral Choir, James O'Donnell
Ad te levaviFelice Anerio, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir
Christe redemptor omniumFelice Anerio, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir
Salve ReginaFelice Anerio, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir
Christus factus estFelice Anerio, Westminster Cathedral Choir, James O'Donnell
Magnificat quinti toniFelice Anerio, Westminster Cathedral Choir, James O'Donnell
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