Immerse yourself in the divine harmonies and sacred choral masterpieces with Accentus' captivating album, "Sacred Voices." Released on November 24, 2017, under the naïve classique label, this collection is a testament to the ensemble's exceptional artistry and the timeless beauty of classical choral music.
Spanning a rich tapestry of genres, including requiem, choral, and classical, the album presents a meticulously curated selection of works from some of the most revered composers in history. From the hauntingly beautiful "Lacrimosa" by Mozart to the serene "Ave Maria" by Schubert, each piece is a testament to the profound spiritual and emotional depth that choral music can evoke.
Accentus, known for their impeccable precision and expressive performances, brings a fresh and vibrant energy to these sacred works. Their voices blend seamlessly, creating a sound that is both powerful and ethereal, transporting the listener to a place of contemplation and reverence.
The album's duration of 1 hour and 50 minutes offers a substantial journey through these sacred voices, allowing for a deep and immersive listening experience. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Sacred Voices" promises a profound and enriching musical journey.
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Tracks
Ave verum corpus, K. 618Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Accentus, Orchestre National De France, Laurence Equilbey
Nisi Dominus, RV 608: IV. Cum dederitAntonio Vivaldi, Ensemble Matheus, Philippe Jaroussky, Jean-Christophe Spinosi
Messe in B Minor, BWV 232: No. 26, Agnus DeiJohann Sebastian Bach, Marc Minkowski, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Nathalie Stutzmann
Requiem, Op. 48: VII. In ParadisumGabriel Fauré, Laurence Equilbey, Orchestre National De France, La Maîtrise de Paris
Requiem in D Minor, K. 626: III. Lacrimosa (Sequenz)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ensemble Accentus, Laurence Equilbey, Insula Orchestra
Vespro della Beata Vergine, SV 206: II. Dixit Dominus (Psalm 109)Claudio Monteverdi, Concerto Italiano, Rinaldo Alessandrini
Stabat Mater, P. 77: I. Stabat Mater dolorosa. Grave (Duet)Giovanni Battista Pergolesi, Gemma Bertagnolli, Sara Mingardo, Concerto Italiano, Rinaldo Alessandrini
Matthäuspassion, Arie, BWV 244: No. 7, Erbarme dich - Arr. by Felix Mendelssohn in 1841Johann Sebastian Bach, Chorus Musicus, Christoph Spering, Das Neue Orchester, Alison Browner
Great Mass in C Minor, K. 427: Et incarnatus est (Credo)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sandrine Piau, Accentus, La Chambre Philharmonique, Emmanuel Krivine
Magnificat: I. Magnificat anima mea DominumPietro Paolo Bencini, Concerto Italiano, Rinaldo Alessandrini
Ave maria a 4 vociIgor Stravinsky, Concerto Italiano, Rinaldo Alessandrini
In furore iustissimae irae, RV 626: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Sandrine Piau, Accademia Bizantina, Ottavio Dantone
Theodora, HWV 68: To thee, Thou Glorious Son of WorthGeorge Frideric Handel, Marie-Nicole Lemieux, Karina Gauvin, Il Complesso Barocco, Alan Curtis
Ein deutsches requiem, Op. 45: IV. Wie lieblich sind Deine WohnungenJohannes Brahms, Accentus, Laurence Equilbey, Brigitte Engerer, Boris Berezovsky
Gloria, RV 589: I. Gloria in excelsis Deo. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Concerto Italiano, Rinaldo Alessandrini
Gloria, RV 589: II. Et in Terra pax hominibus. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Concerto Italiano, Rinaldo Alessandrini
Ode for Saint Cecilia's Day, HWV 76: V. The Trumpet's Loud Clangour (Aria and Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Les Musiciens du Louvre.Grenoble, Marc Minkowski, Choeur des Musiciens du Louvre Grenoble, Nicholas Jenkins, Neil Baker
All-Night Vigil, Op. 37: VI. Ave MariaSergei Rachmaninoff, Laurence Equilbey, Eric Ericson, Accentus
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