"Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace" by Deborah Cheetham Fraillon is a profound and moving musical journey, recorded live at the iconic Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on September 11, 2024. This extraordinary album spans a duration of 1 hour and 8 minutes, offering a unique blend of traditional and contemporary elements that resonate deeply with the listener.
Comprising nineteen tracks, the album is a meticulously crafted requiem that transcends the boundaries of conventional musical compositions. Each track, from the haunting "O Pernmeeyal (Requiem)" to the serene "Moongay wata keenanpa nganang walawa (Lux aeterna)," is a testament to Deborah Cheetham Fraillon's artistic brilliance and her ability to evoke a wide range of emotions through her music.
Released under the prestigious ABC Classic label on September 5, 2025, "Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace" is not just an album but a powerful statement of peace and reconciliation. It is a work that invites listeners to reflect on the complexities of human experience, offering solace and inspiration in equal measure. Deborah Cheetham Fraillon's masterful composition and the stirring performances captured in this live recording make it a standout piece in the realm of contemporary classical music.
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Tracks
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: I. O Pernmeeyal (Requiem) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: II. Deen nganang warrakeeleek (Dies irae) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: III. Wanga-n-wanoong (Tuba mirum) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: IV. Kooyeen-wanoong (Liber scriptus) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: V. Tyookooyong-ee (Agnus Dei) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: VI. Tarrameek-tarrameek-kee-ngeeye (Libera me) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: VII. Nganya laka wangoong (Quid sum miser) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: VIII. Deen ngootyoong meereeng (Rex tremendae) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: IX. Pang ngutee-kee-weeng (Recordare) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: X. Ngarnda wanoong (Ingemisco) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: XI. Tamboorawananga-n-eeye (Confutatis) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: XII. Deen nganang weerakaleeyt (Lacrimosa) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: XIII. Yakeen-aya meereeng (Domine Jesu Christe) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: XIV. Pernmeeyal (Hostias) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: XV. Paman paman (Sanctus) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: XVI. Ngatanwarr (Benedictus) - Paman Paman Reprise - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: XVII. Moongay wata keenanpa nganang walawa (Lux aeterna) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: XVIII. Noombapee-ngeeye (Kyrie) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
Eumeralla, a War Requiem for Peace: XIX. O Pernmeeyal (Requiem) - Recorded live in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on 11 September 2024Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Jess Hitchcock, Jud Arthur, Dhungala Children's Choir, Students of Conservatorium High School, Sydney, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Benjamin Northey
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