Immerse yourself in the sacred and serene world of Francis Poulenc's choral masterpieces with the album "Poulenc: Gloria & Motets." Released on March 1, 2008, under the Hyperion label, this collection showcases Poulenc's profound ability to blend neoclassical and classical genres into a cohesive and spiritually uplifting experience.
The album opens with Poulenc's renowned "Gloria," a six-movement work that is both jubilant and introspective, reflecting the composer's deep faith and musical ingenuity. Following this, the "Salve regina" and "Exultate Deo" offer further examples of Poulenc's mastery of choral writing, each piece resonating with emotional depth and technical brilliance.
The album also features two sets of motets: "4 Motets pour un temps de pénitence" and "4 Motets pour le temps de Noël." These works, composed for different liturgical occasions, demonstrate Poulenc's versatility and his ability to evoke a wide range of moods, from penitence and reflection to joy and celebration.
With a total runtime of 55 minutes, this album is a testament to Poulenc's enduring legacy in the world of classical music. Whether you are a longtime admirer of Poulenc's work or a newcomer to his compositions, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that highlights the beauty and complexity of his choral music.
Tracks
Gloria, FP 177: I. Gloria in excelsis DeoFrancis Poulenc, Polyphony, Britten Sinfonia, Stephen Layton, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge
Gloria, FP 177: II. Laudamus teFrancis Poulenc, Britten Sinfonia, Polyphony, Stephen Layton, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge
Gloria, FP 177: III. Domine DeusFrancis Poulenc, Polyphony, Britten Sinfonia, Stephen Layton, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Susan Gritton
Gloria, FP 177: IV. Domini Fili unigeniteFrancis Poulenc, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Stephen Layton, Polyphony, Britten Sinfonia
Gloria, FP 177: V. Domine Deus, agnus DeiFrancis Poulenc, Stephen Layton, Susan Gritton, Polyphony, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Britten Sinfonia
Gloria, FP 177: VI. Qui sedes ad dexteram PatrisFrancis Poulenc, Britten Sinfonia, Polyphony, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Susan Gritton, Stephen Layton
Salve regina, FP 110Francis Poulenc, Polyphony, Stephen Layton
4 Motets pour un temps de pénitence, FP 97: I. Timor et tremorFrancis Poulenc, Polyphony, Stephen Layton
4 Motets pour un temps de pénitence, FP 97: II. Vinea mea electaFrancis Poulenc, Polyphony, Stephen Layton
4 Motets pour un temps de pénitence, FP 97: III. Tenebrae factae suntFrancis Poulenc, Polyphony, Stephen Layton
4 Motets pour un temps de pénitence, FP 97: IV. Tristis est anima meaFrancis Poulenc, Polyphony, Stephen Layton
4 Motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152: I. O magnum mysteriumFrancis Poulenc, Polyphony, Stephen Layton
4 Motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152: II. Quem vidistis Pastores diciteFrancis Poulenc, Polyphony, Stephen Layton
4 Motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152: III. Videntes stellamFrancis Poulenc, Polyphony, Stephen Layton
4 Motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152: IV. Hodie Christus natus estFrancis Poulenc, Stephen Layton, Polyphony
Exultate Deo, FP 109Francis Poulenc, Polyphony, Stephen Layton
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