Immerse yourself in the sacred and profound with Zoltán Kodály's "Missa brevis" and Leoš Janáček's "Mass in E-Flat," a captivating collection of choral works released on Hyperion in 2000. This album is a testament to the rich tradition of classical sacred music, featuring Kodály's concise yet powerful "Missa brevis" and Janáček's evocative "Mass in E-Flat," completed and edited by Jonathan Wingfield. The "Missa brevis," with its eight distinct movements, showcases Kodály's mastery of choral writing, blending simplicity with depth. Janáček's "Mass in E-Flat," though incomplete at the time of his death, is brought to life through Wingfield's meticulous completion, offering a glimpse into the composer's unique musical language. The album spans a total of 72 minutes, providing a comprehensive exploration of these two significant works. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rewarding and spiritually uplifting listening experience.
Tracks
Missa brevis: I. IntroitusZoltán Kodály, Andrew Reid
Missa brevis: II. KyrieZoltán Kodály, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir, Andrew Reid
Missa brevis: III. GloriaZoltán Kodály, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir, Andrew Reid
Missa brevis: IV. CredoZoltán Kodály, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir, Andrew Reid
Missa brevis: V. SanctusZoltán Kodály, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir, Andrew Reid
Missa brevis: VI. BenedictusZoltán Kodály, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir, Andrew Reid
Missa brevis: VII. Agnus DeiZoltán Kodály, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir, Andrew Reid
Missa brevis: VIII. Ite, Missa estZoltán Kodály, Andrew Reid
Laudes organi: I. IntroductionZoltán Kodály, Andrew Reid
Laudes organi: II. Audi chorumZoltán Kodály, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir, Andrew Reid
Laudes organi: III. Musice! militesZoltán Kodály, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir, Andrew Reid
Laudes organi: IV. Gravis chorusZoltán Kodály, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir, Andrew Reid
Laudes organi: V. Nunc per vocesZoltán Kodály, Westminster Cathedral Choir, James O'Donnell, Andrew Reid
Laudes organi: VI. Tali moduloZoltán Kodály, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir, Andrew Reid
Laudes organi: VII. Huius artisZoltán Kodály, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir, Andrew Reid
Laudes organi: VIII. Fiat AmenZoltán Kodály, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir, Andrew Reid
Mass in E-Flat (Compl. & Ed. Wingfield): I. KyrieLeoš Janáček, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir, Andrew Reid
Mass in E-Flat (Compl. & Ed. Wingfield): II. CredoLeoš Janáček, James O'Donnell, Westminster Cathedral Choir, Andrew Reid
Mass in E-Flat (Compl. & Ed. Wingfield): III. SanctusLeoš Janáček, Benedict Curran, Westminster Cathedral Choir, James O'Donnell, Andrew Reid
Mass in E-Flat (Compl. & Ed. Wingfield): IV. Agnus DeiLeoš Janáček, Westminster Cathedral Choir, James O'Donnell, Andrew Reid
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