Immerse yourself in the sacred and serene world of Marcel Dupré's choral works with this captivating album, "Dupré: Choral Works." Renowned primarily for his organ compositions, Dupré's choral pieces are brought to life with exquisite precision and luminosity by the Vasari Singers. This collection, released on June 14, 2001, under the Guild GmbH label, offers a comprehensive exploration of Dupré's choral repertoire, spanning a duration of 1 hour and 19 minutes.
The album features a diverse array of works, including the well-known "Quatre Motets, Op. 9" and the hauntingly beautiful "Ave verum, Op. 34 No. 1." Each piece is performed with a delicate balance of reverence and passion, showcasing the Vasari Singers' exceptional vocal prowess. The recordings are finely crafted, ensuring that every nuance of Dupré's compositions is captured and conveyed to the audience.
For those familiar with Dupré's organ works, this album presents a fresh perspective on his musical genius. For newcomers, it serves as an enlightening introduction to the choral works of a master composer. The album's thoughtful sequencing and impeccable performances make it a standout addition to any classical music collection.
(C) 2001 Guild GmbH
Tracks
Quatre Motets, Op. 9: O salutaris hostiaMarcel Dupré, Jeremy Filsell, Jeremy Backhouse
Quatre Motets, Op. 9: Ave MariaMarcel Dupré, Jeremy Filsell, Jeremy Backhouse
Quatre Motets, Op. 9: Tantum ergoMarcel Dupré, Jeremy Filsell, Jeremy Backhouse
Quatre Motets, Op. 9: LaudateMarcel Dupré, Jeremy Filsell, Jeremy Backhouse
La France au Calvaire, Op. 49: FinalMarcel Dupré, Jeremy Filsell, Jeremy Backhouse
Ave verum, Op. 34 No. 1Marcel Dupré, Jeremy Filsell, Jeremy Backhouse
Deux Motets, Op. 53: Memorare, O piissima VirgoMarcel Dupré, Jeremy Filsell, Jeremy Backhouse
Deux Motets, Op. 53: Alma Redemptoris MaterMarcel Dupré, Jeremy Filsell, Jeremy Backhouse
De Profundis, Op. 18: De profundisMarcel Dupré, Jeremy Filsell, Jeremy Backhouse
De Profundis, Op. 18: Fiant aures tuaMarcel Dupré, Jeremy Filsell, Jeremy Backhouse
De Profundis, Op. 18: Si iniquitates observaverisMarcel Dupré, Jeremy Filsell, Jeremy Backhouse
De Profundis, Op. 18: Quia apud te propitatio estMarcel Dupré, Jeremy Filsell, Jeremy Backhouse
De Profundis, Op. 18: Sustinuit anima meaMarcel Dupré, Jeremy Filsell, Jeremy Backhouse
De Profundis, Op. 18: A custodia matutina usque ad noctemMarcel Dupré, Jeremy Filsell, Jeremy Backhouse
De Profundis, Op. 18: Quia apud Dominum misericordiaMarcel Dupré, Jeremy Filsell, Jeremy Backhouse
De Profundis, Op. 18: Et ipse redimet IsraëlMarcel Dupré, Jeremy Filsell, Jeremy Backhouse
De Profundis, Op. 18: Requiem aeternamMarcel Dupré, Jeremy Filsell, Jeremy Backhouse