Giuseppe Verdi's "Messa da Requiem," released on January 1, 2009, under the Andromeda label, is a monumental work that stands as a testament to the composer's mastery of opera and classical music. Clocking in at an impressive 2 hours and 26 minutes, this album is a comprehensive exploration of Verdi's requiem mass, originally composed in memory of the renowned Italian writer Alessandro Manzoni.
The album features a powerful and dramatic performance of the complete "Messa da Requiem," divided into seven distinct sections. Each section is a profound meditation on themes of death, judgment, and redemption, showcasing Verdi's ability to evoke deep emotion and spiritual introspection through his music. Highlights include the intense "Dies Irae," the hauntingly beautiful "Lacrymosa," and the solemn "Libera Me," each offering a unique perspective on the human condition and our relationship with the divine.
Verdi's use of rich harmonies, soaring melodies, and dynamic orchestration creates a deeply moving and immersive experience. The choral and solo vocal performances are particularly noteworthy, adding layers of depth and complexity to the work. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Verdi's oeuvre, "Messa da Requiem" offers a captivating journey through one of the most significant compositions in the classical repertoire.
This 2LP set was released in 1987.
Tracks
Messa da Requiem: No. 1 Requiem e Kyrie. Requiem aeternam dona eisGiuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Wiener Singverein, Herbert von Karajan
Messa da Requiem: Kyrie eleison, Christe eleisonGiuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Wiener Singverein, Herbert von Karajan, Leonie Rysanek, Christa Ludwig, Giuseppe Zampieri, Cesare Siepi
Messa da Requiem: No. 2 Dies Irae: Dies irae, dies illaGiuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Wiener Singverein, Herbert von Karajan
Messa da Requiem: Mors stupebit et naturaGiuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Cesare Siepi
Messa da Requiem: Liber scriptus proferetur,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Wiener Singverein, Herbert von Karajan, Christa Ludwig
Messa da Requiem: Quid sum miser tunc dicturus?Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Leonie Rysanek, Giuseppe Zampieri, Christa Ludwig
Messa da Requiem: Rex tremendae majestatisGiuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Wiener Singverein, Herbert von Karajan, Leonie Rysanek, Christa Ludwig, Giuseppe Zampieri, Cesare Siepi
Messa da Requiem: Recordare, Jesu pie,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Leonie Rysanek, Christa Ludwig
Messa da Requiem: Igemisco tamquam reus:Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Giuseppe Zampieri
Messa da Requiem: Confutatis maledictis,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Wiener Singverein, Herbert von Karajan, Cesare Siepi
Messa da Requiem: Lacrymosa dies illa,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Wiener Singverein, Herbert von Karajan, Leonie Rysanek, Christa Ludwig, Giuseppe Zampieri, Cesare Siepi
Messa da Requiem: No. 3 Domine Jesu: Domine Jesu Christe,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Leonie Rysanek, Christa Ludwig, Giuseppe Zampieri, Cesare Siepi
Messa da Requiem: Hostias et preces tibi,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Leonie Rysanek, Christa Ludwig, Giuseppe Zampieri, Cesare Siepi
Messa da Requiem: No. 4 Sanctus: Sanctus, sanctusGiuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Wiener Singverein, Herbert von Karajan
Messa da Requiem: No. 5 Agnus Dei: Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Wiener Singverein, Herbert von Karajan, Leonie Rysanek, Christa Ludwig
Messa da Requiem: No. 6 Lux Aeterna: Lux æterna luceat eis,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Christa Ludwig, Giuseppe Zampieri, Cesare Siepi
Messa da Requiem: No. 7 Libera Me: Libera me, Domine, de morte æterna,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Wiener Singverein, Herbert von Karajan, Leonie Rysanek
Messa da Requiem: Dies illa, dies iræ, calamitatis et miseriæ,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Wiener Singverein, Herbert von Karajan, Leonie Rysanek
Messa da Requiem: Libera me, Domine, de morte æterna,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Wiener Singverein, Herbert von Karajan, Leonie Rysanek
Messa da Requiem: Requiem æternam dona eis,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Wiener Singverein, Herbert von Karajan
Messa da Requiem: Kyrie eleison, Christe eleison,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Wiener Singverein, Herbert von Karajan, Hilde Zadek, Margarete Klose, Helge Rosvaenge, Boris Christoff
Messa da Requiem: Dies iræ, dies illaGiuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Wiener Singverein, Herbert von Karajan
Messa da Requiem: Mors stupebit et naturaGiuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Boris Christoff
Messa da Requiem: Liber scriptus proferetur,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Wiener Singverein, Herbert von Karajan, Margarete Klose
Messa da Requiem: Quid sum miser tunc dicturus?Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Hilde Zadek, Margarete Klose, Helge Rosvaenge
Messa da Requiem: Rex tremendæ majestatis,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Wiener Singverein, Herbert von Karajan, Hilde Zadek, Margarete Klose, Helge Rosvaenge, Boris Christoff
Messa da Requiem: Recordare, Jesu pie,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Hilde Zadek, Margarete Klose
Messa da Requiem: Igemisco tamquam reus:Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Helge Rosvaenge
Messa da Requiem: Confutatis maledictis,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Wiener Singverein, Herbert von Karajan, Boris Christoff
Messa da Requiem: Lacrymosa dies illa,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Wiener Singverein, Herbert von Karajan, Hilde Zadek, Margarete Klose, Helge Rosvaenge, Boris Christoff
Messa da Requiem: Domine Jesu Christe,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Hilde Zadek, Margarete Klose, Helge Rosvaenge, Boris Christoff
Messa da Requiem: Hostias et preces tibi,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan, Hilde Zadek, Margarete Klose, Helge Rosvaenge, Boris Christoff
Messa da Requiem: Sanctus, sanctus,Giuseppe Verdi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Wiener Singverein, Herbert von Karajan
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