Immerse yourself in the sacred and profound with "De Lassus: Requiem à 5 & Motets," a captivating collection of Renaissance choral works by the renowned composer Orlande de Lassus. Released on April 21, 2017, via Toccata Classics, this album offers a unique blend of medieval, choral, and Gregorian chant genres, spanning a total of 60 minutes.
The centerpiece of the album is de Lassus' rarely heard "Requiem à 5," a five-part arrangement of the traditional Requiem Mass, performed here with the distinctive addition of brass instruments, lending a rich and somber hue to the compositions. The choir of Girton College, Cambridge, under the direction of Gareth Wilson, delivers a powerful and moving interpretation of this sacred work.
In addition to the Requiem, the album features a selection of motets, including "Ego sum resurrection," "Tristis est anima mea," and "Peccata mea Domine," showcasing de Lassus' mastery of polyphony and his deep spiritual insight. The album also includes several lesser-known works, such as "Margot labouréz les vignes" and "Levavi oculos meos," providing a comprehensive overview of de Lassus' choral output.
With its stunning performances and expert production, "De Lassus: Requiem à 5 & Motets" is an essential addition to any fan of Renaissance choral music. The album's blend of familiar and obscure works, along with its unique instrumentation, makes it a standout release in the genre.
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Tracks
Ego sum resurrectionOrlande de Lassus, Choir of Girton College, Cambridge, Gareth Wilson
Tristis est anima meaOrlande de Lassus, Historic Brass of the Guildhall, London
Requiem à 5: I. Requiem aeternamOrlande de Lassus, Choir of Girton College, Cambridge, Historic Brass of the Guildhall, London, Lucy Morrell, Gareth Wilson
Requiem à 5: II. Kyrie eleisonOrlande de Lassus, Choir of Girton College, Cambridge, Historic Brass of the Guildhall, London, Lucy Morrell, Gareth Wilson
Peccata mea DomineOrlande de Lassus, Historic Brass of the Guildhall, London
Requiem à 5: III. Absolve DomineOrlande de Lassus, Choir of Girton College, Cambridge, Historic Brass of the Guildhall, London, Lucy Morrell, Gareth Wilson
Requiem à 5: IV. Domine Jesu ChristeOrlande de Lassus, Choir of Girton College, Cambridge, Historic Brass of the Guildhall, London, Lucy Morrell, Gareth Wilson
Requiem à 5: V. HostiasOrlande de Lassus, Choir of Girton College, Cambridge, Historic Brass of the Guildhall, London, Lucy Morrell, Gareth Wilson
Fratres sobrii estoteOrlande de Lassus, Choir of Girton College, Cambridge, Gareth Wilson
Requiem à 5: VI. Sanctus - BenedictusOrlande de Lassus, Choir of Girton College, Cambridge, Historic Brass of the Guildhall, London, Lucy Morrell, Gareth Wilson
Weep, O Mine EyesJohn Bennett, Lucy Morrell
Requiem à 5: VII. Agnus DeiOrlande de Lassus, Choir of Girton College, Cambridge, Historic Brass of the Guildhall, London, Lucy Morrell, Gareth Wilson
Requiem à 5: VIII. Lux aeternaOrlande de Lassus, Choir of Girton College, Cambridge, Historic Brass of the Guildhall, London, Lucy Morrell, Gareth Wilson
Exaudi Domine vocem meamOrlande de Lassus, Historic Brass of the Guildhall, London
Adoramus te ChristeOrlande de Lassus, Choir of Girton College, Cambridge, Gareth Wilson
Margot labouréz les vignesOrlande de Lassus, Lucy Morrell
Levavi oculos meosOrlande de Lassus, Choir of Girton College, Cambridge, Historic Brass of the Guildhall, London, Gareth Wilson
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