Immerse yourself in the sacred and serene world of Francis Poulenc with his exquisite collection of choral and orchestral works, "Poulenc: Sacred Music." Released on October 1, 2002, under the Collegium label, this album is a testament to Poulenc's mastery of neoclassical and classical genres, offering a profound and uplifting experience that spans just over an hour.
The album opens with Poulenc's Gloria, FP 177, a vibrant and joyous setting of the traditional Latin text, followed by the contemplative and deeply moving Salve Regina, FP 110. Poulenc's Ave verum corpus, FP 154, is a brief yet powerful meditation on the Eucharist, while Exultate Deo, FP 109, is a jubilant celebration of divine love.
The Litanies à la Vierge Noire, FP 82, is a hauntingly beautiful work dedicated to the Black Virgin of Rocamadour, showcasing Poulenc's unique ability to blend sacred and folk elements. The album also features four motets for a time of penitence, FP 97, and four motets for the Christmas season, FP 152, each offering a distinct and evocative exploration of faith and devotion.
Throughout the album, Poulenc's compositions are performed with exquisite sensitivity and technical precision, bringing to life the rich harmonies, intricate counterpoint, and profound emotional depth of his sacred music. Whether you are a longtime fan of Poulenc or a newcomer to his work, this album is sure to captivate and inspire, offering a deeply moving and spiritually uplifting listening experience.
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Tracks
Gloria, FP 177: I. GloriaFrancis Poulenc, Donna Deam, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia, John Rutter
Gloria, FP 177: II. Laudamus teFrancis Poulenc, Donna Deam, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia, John Rutter
Gloria, FP 177: III. Domine DeusFrancis Poulenc, Donna Deam, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia, John Rutter
Gloria, FP 177: IV. Domine Fili unigeniteFrancis Poulenc, Donna Deam, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia, John Rutter
Gloria, FP 177: V. Domine Deus, Agnus DeiFrancis Poulenc, Donna Deam, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia, John Rutter
Gloria, FP 177: VI. Qui sedes ad dexteram PatrisFrancis Poulenc, Donna Deam, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia, John Rutter
Salve Regina, FP 110Francis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Ave verum corpus, FP 154Francis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Exultate Deo, FP 109Francis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Litanies à la Vierge Noire, FP 82 (Version for Choir, String Orchestra & Timpani)Francis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfonia, John Rutter
4 Motets pour un temps de pénitence, FP 97: No. 1, Timor et tremorFrancis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
4 Motets pour un temps de pénitence, FP 97: No. 2, Vinea mea electaFrancis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
4 Motets pour un temps de pénitence, FP 97: No. 3, Tenebrae factae suntFrancis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
4 Motets pour un temps de pénitence, FP 97: No. 4, Tristis est anima meaFrancis Poulenc, Mary Seers, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
4 Motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152: No. 1, O magnum mysteriumFrancis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
4 Motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152: No. 2, Quem vidistis pastores diciteFrancis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
4 Motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152: No. 3, Videntes stellamFrancis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
4 Motets pour le temps de Noël, FP 152: No. 4, Hodie Christus natus estFrancis Poulenc, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
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