The World Youth Choir '99 presents a captivating collection of choral works titled "World Youth Choir' 99. Werke von Schnittke, Mocnik und Sandström," released on December 1, 2000, under the Carus label. This 52-minute album showcases the choir's exceptional talent and versatility, featuring a diverse range of compositions that span various styles and moods within the choral genre.
The album opens with Alfred Schnittke's powerful "Choir Concerto," a four-movement piece that demonstrates the choir's ability to handle complex, contemporary compositions with precision and depth. Following this, the choir performs works by two lesser-known composers, Božidar Mocnik and Anders Hillborg, each offering a unique perspective on choral music. Mocnik's "Verbum supernum prodiens" and Hillborg's "Gloria" highlight the choir's dynamic range and expressive capabilities.
The album also includes traditional and sacred pieces, such as "Christus est natus" and "Pa se slis'," arranged for choir, showcasing the ensemble's ability to bring fresh interpretations to familiar works. Throughout the album, the World Youth Choir '99 delivers a polished and engaging performance, making it a compelling listen for choral music enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
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