Savitri De Rochefort's "Terra Desolata" is a profound and captivating exploration of sacred choral music, released on April 13, 2018, under the esteemed Klarthe Records label. This album is a testament to De Rochefort's mastery of the requiem and choral genres, offering a rich and immersive experience that spans a full hour and seven minutes. The album opens with the hauntingly beautiful "Terra Desolata," setting the stage for a series of deeply moving compositions. De Rochefort's rendition of the "Miserere in D Minor" is particularly striking, with each of its six movements showcasing her ability to convey both the solemnity and the hope inherent in the text. The album also features the "Dixit Dominus in G Minor, HWV 232," a work that highlights De Rochefort's skill in handling complex choral arrangements. Each of the nine movements of this piece is performed with precision and passion, making it a standout component of the album. "Terra Desolata" is not just an album; it is a journey through the depths of human experience, captured in the timeless beauty of choral music. Whether you are a seasoned fan of the requiem genre or a newcomer to choral music, this album offers a profound and enriching listening experience.
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Tracks
Terra DesolataThierry Escaich, Savitri De Rochefort, Ensemble Zoroastre
Miserere in D Minor: I. MiserereJohann Adolf Hasse, Savitri De Rochefort, Ensemble Zoroastre, Thierry Escaich
Miserere in D Minor: II. Tibi soli peccaviJohann Adolf Hasse, Savitri De Rochefort, Ensemble Zoroastre, Thierry Escaich
Miserere in D Minor: III. Ecce enimJohann Adolf Hasse, Savitri De Rochefort, Ensemble Zoroastre, Thierry Escaich
Miserere in D Minor: IV. Quoniam si voluissesJohann Adolf Hasse, Savitri De Rochefort, Ensemble Zoroastre, Thierry Escaich
Miserere in D Minor: V. Benigne fac domineJohann Adolf Hasse, Savitri De Rochefort, Ensemble Zoroastre, Thierry Escaich
Miserere in D Minor: VI. Tunc acceptabisJohann Adolf Hasse, Savitri De Rochefort, Ensemble Zoroastre, Thierry Escaich
Dixit Dominus in G Minor, HWV 232: I. Dixit dominusGeorge Frideric Handel, Savitri De Rochefort, Ensemble Zoroastre, Thierry Escaich
Dixit Dominus in G Minor, HWV 232: II. Virgam virtutis tuaeGeorge Frideric Handel, Savitri De Rochefort, Ensemble Zoroastre, Thierry Escaich
Dixit Dominus in G Minor, HWV 232: III. Tecum principium in die virtutis tuaeGeorge Frideric Handel, Savitri De Rochefort, Ensemble Zoroastre, Thierry Escaich
Dixit Dominus in G Minor, HWV 232: IV. Iuravit DominusGeorge Frideric Handel, Savitri De Rochefort, Ensemble Zoroastre, Thierry Escaich
Dixit Dominus in G Minor, HWV 232: V. Tu es sacerdos in aeternumGeorge Frideric Handel, Savitri De Rochefort, Ensemble Zoroastre, Thierry Escaich
Dixit Dominus in G Minor, HWV 232: VI. Dominus a dextris tuisGeorge Frideric Handel, Savitri De Rochefort, Ensemble Zoroastre, Thierry Escaich
Dixit Dominus in G Minor, HWV 232: VII. Iudicabit in nationibusGeorge Frideric Handel, Savitri De Rochefort, Ensemble Zoroastre, Thierry Escaich
Dixit Dominus in G Minor, HWV 232: VIII. De torrente in via bibetGeorge Frideric Handel, Savitri De Rochefort, Ensemble Zoroastre, Thierry Escaich
Dixit Dominus in G Minor, HWV 232: IX. Gloria PatriGeorge Frideric Handel, Savitri De Rochefort, Ensemble Zoroastre, Thierry Escaich