Immerse yourself in the profound and moving compositions of Charles Villiers Stanford with his "Requiem / The Veiled Prophet of Khorassan" album. Released on October 27, 2004, under the Naxos label, this album is a masterful blend of choral and requiem genres, spanning a captivating 1 hour and 44 minutes. Stanford, a prominent figure in late 19th and early 20th-century British music, showcases his exceptional talent and deep emotional range in this remarkable work. The album features a diverse array of tracks, from the solemn and reflective "Introit. Adagio" to the energetic and dramatic "Sequence - Dies irae: Allegro moderato ma energico." The inclusion of ballet music and the enchanting "There's a Bower of Roses" adds a unique and captivating dimension to the album. Whether you're a longtime fan of choral music or a newcomer looking to explore this rich genre, Stanford's "Requiem / The Veiled Prophet of Khorassan" is sure to leave a lasting impression.
2004 Naxos2004 (P) Naxos
Tracks
Introit. AdagioCharles Villiers Stanford, Mark Duley, Peter Kerr, Nigel Leeson-Williams, Frances Lucey, Colette McGahon, RTÉ Philharmonic Choir, RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra, Adrian Leaper
Kyrie. Allegro tranquillo ed espressivoCharles Villiers Stanford, Mark Duley, Peter Kerr, Nigel Leeson-Williams, Frances Lucey, Colette McGahon, RTÉ Philharmonic Choir, RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra, Adrian Leaper
Gradual: LarghettoCharles Villiers Stanford, Mark Duley, Peter Kerr, Nigel Leeson-Williams, Frances Lucey, Colette McGahon, RTÉ Philharmonic Choir, RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra, Adrian Leaper
Sequence - Dies irae: Allegro moderato ma energicoCharles Villiers Stanford, Mark Duley, Peter Kerr, Nigel Leeson-Williams, Frances Lucey, Colette McGahon, RTÉ Philharmonic Choir, RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra, Adrian Leaper
Offertorium: AllegroCharles Villiers Stanford, Mark Duley, Peter Kerr, Nigel Leeson-Williams, Frances Lucey, Colette McGahon, RTÉ Philharmonic Choir, RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra, Adrian Leaper
Sanctus: Allegro non troppoCharles Villiers Stanford, Mark Duley, Peter Kerr, Nigel Leeson-Williams, Frances Lucey, Colette McGahon, RTÉ Philharmonic Choir, RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra, Adrian Leaper
Agnus Dei et Lux aeterna: Tempo di marcia funebreCharles Villiers Stanford, RTÉ Philharmonic Choir, National Symphony Orchestra Of Ireland, Adrian Leaper
OvertureCharles Villiers Stanford, Virginia Kerr, RTÉ Philharmonic Choir, RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra, Colman Pearce
Ballet Music No. 1Charles Villiers Stanford, Virginia Kerr, RTÉ Philharmonic Choir, RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra, Colman Pearce
There's a Bower of RosesCharles Villiers Stanford, Virginia Kerr, RTÉ Philharmonic Choir, RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra, Colman Pearce
Ballet Music No. 2Charles Villiers Stanford, Virginia Kerr, RTÉ Philharmonic Choir, RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra, Colman Pearce
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