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leighton: symphony no. 2 & te deum laudamus - kenneth leighton

Kenneth Leighton - Leighton: Symphony No. 2 & Te Deum laudamus (LP)

Kenneth Leighton

2008
7 tracks
57 min
choral

Leighton: Symphony No. 2 & Te Deum laudamus

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Product Description

Immerse yourself in the profound and evocative compositions of Kenneth Leighton with his Symphony No. 2 & Te Deum laudamus. Released on November 1, 2008, under the Chandos label, this choral masterpiece spans 57 minutes of captivating musical journey. Leighton's Symphony No. 2, Op. 69, subtitled "Sinfonia mistica in memoriam F.L.," is a six-movement work that begins with the "Sonnet" and concludes with a powerful "Finale." The symphony is interspersed with moments of reflection and intensity, including the "Meditation" and "Elegy," alongside the lively "Scherzo I" and "Scherzo II." The album also features a stirring rendition of the "Te Deum laudamus," arranged for orchestra. Leighton's intricate and deeply moving compositions showcase his mastery of choral and orchestral writing, making this album a testament to his enduring legacy in classical music.

Tracks

Symphony No. 2, Op. 69 "Sinfonia mistica in memoriam F.L.": I. SonnetKenneth Leighton, Richard Hickox, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Sarah Fox, BBC National Chorus of Wales
6:14
Symphony No. 2, Op. 69 "Sinfonia mistica in memoriam F.L.": II. Scherzo IKenneth Leighton, Richard Hickox, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Sarah Fox, BBC National Chorus of Wales
8:51
Symphony No. 2, Op. 69 "Sinfonia mistica in memoriam F.L.": III. MeditationKenneth Leighton, Richard Hickox, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Sarah Fox, BBC National Chorus of Wales
6:52
Symphony No. 2, Op. 69 "Sinfonia mistica in memoriam F.L.": IV. ElegyKenneth Leighton, Richard Hickox, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Sarah Fox, BBC National Chorus of Wales
7:11
Symphony No. 2, Op. 69 "Sinfonia mistica in memoriam F.L.": V. Scherzo II. "Sic vita"Kenneth Leighton, Richard Hickox, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Sarah Fox, BBC National Chorus of Wales
3:04
Symphony No. 2, Op. 69 "Sinfonia mistica in memoriam F.L.": VI. FinaleKenneth Leighton, Richard Hickox, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Sarah Fox, BBC National Chorus of Wales
16:27
Te Deum laudamus (Version for Orchestra)Kenneth Leighton, Richard Hickox, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Sarah Fox, Gareth Rhys-Davies, BBC National Chorus of Wales
8:44

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Leighton: Symphony No. 2 & Te Deum laudamus
Artist: Kenneth Leighton
Album release date: 1 november 2008
Label: Chandos
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 57 min
Tracks: 7 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Choral
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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