The Corydon Singers present a sublime collection of choral masterpieces in their album, Fauré: Requiem – Duruflé: Requiem. Released on 1 April 1998 by Hyperion, this exquisite recording showcases the ensemble's mastery of the requiem genre.
The album features two seminal works: Gabriel Fauré's Requiem, Op. 48 (1893 Version), and Maurice Duruflé's Requiem, Op. 9. Fauré's Requiem is a cornerstone of the choral repertoire, with its soaring melodies and poignant harmonies, while Duruflé's Requiem is a more contemplative and introspective work, characterised by its lush textures and haunting beauty.
With a duration of 1 hour and 17 minutes, this album is a deeply satisfying and immersive listening experience. The Corydon Singers bring their trademark precision and emotional depth to these iconic works, creating a sense of intimacy and connection with the listener.
Fans of choral music and the requiem genre will find much to appreciate in this outstanding recording, which is sure to leave a lasting impression on all who hear it.
Requiem, Op. 48 (1893 Version): I. Introitus. Requiem aeternam – KyrieGabriel Fauré, Corydon Singers, English Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Best, John Scott
Requiem, Op. 48 (1893 Version): II. Offertorium. O Domine Jesu ChristeGabriel Fauré, Michael George, Corydon Singers, English Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Best, John Scott
Requiem, Op. 48 (1893 Version): III. SanctusGabriel Fauré, Corydon Singers, English Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Best, John Scott
Requiem, Op. 48 (1893 Version): IV. Pie JesuGabriel Fauré, Mary Seers, English Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Best, John Scott
Requiem, Op. 48 (1893 Version): V. Agnus DeiGabriel Fauré, Corydon Singers, English Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Best, John Scott
Requiem, Op. 48 (1893 Version): VI. Libera meGabriel Fauré, Michael George, Corydon Singers, English Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Best, John Scott
Requiem, Op. 48 (1893 Version): VII. In paradisumGabriel Fauré, Corydon Singers, English Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Best, John Scott
Requiem, Op. 9: I. IntroitMaurice Duruflé, Corydon Singers, English Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Trotter, Matthew Best
Requiem, Op. 9: II. KyrieMaurice Duruflé, Thomas Trotter, Matthew Best, English Chamber Orchestra, Corydon Singers
Requiem, Op. 9: III. Domine Jesu ChristeMaurice Duruflé, English Chamber Orchestra, Corydon Singers, Thomas Trotter, Thomas Allen, Matthew Best
Requiem, Op. 9: IV. SanctusMaurice Duruflé, Corydon Singers, English Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Best, Thomas Trotter
Requiem, Op. 9: V. Pie JesuMaurice Duruflé, English Chamber Orchestra, Ann Murray, Matthew Best, Charles Tunnell, Thomas Trotter
Requiem, Op. 9: VI. Agnus DeiMaurice Duruflé, Thomas Trotter, Corydon Singers, English Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Best
Requiem, Op. 9: VII. Lux aeternaMaurice Duruflé, Corydon Singers, Thomas Trotter, English Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Best
Requiem, Op. 9: VIII. Libera meMaurice Duruflé, Corydon Singers, Thomas Allen, English Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Trotter, Matthew Best
Requiem, Op. 9: IX. In paradisumMaurice Duruflé, Corydon Singers, Matthew Best, English Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Trotter
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