Opis: Verdi: Messa da Requiem

Though most classical music fans will be more than familiar with Verdis status as a masterful opera composer, they may be less aware of his political involvements. A member both of Italys first parliament and later of the Italian Senate, his Messa da Requiem was partly motivated by political and patriotic concerns. A section of the composition (Libera me) was initially composed on the occasion of the death of one of Verdis (and Italys) musical heroes, Gioachino Rossini, and the piece was later completed following the death of nationally revered writer Alessandro Manzoni. Verdi felt that these great figures deserved a fittingly grand commemoration. His initial attempt to produce such a performance floundered, yet his determination eventually won through with a full performance in 1874. The piece was an instant triumph in all respects. And yet the Requiem itself combines multifaceted musical aspects and influences, as well as containing great spiritual depth. Dramatic in parts, sublimely simple in others, tending towards opera in some ways and yet with echoes of sacred polyphony and plainsong, it is a composition of exhilarating variety. At the same time, it succeeds in grappling with big questions of human existence, both in this life and beyond. This classic recording features the excellent Rundfunkchor Leipzig conducted by Giuseppe Patan, as well as soloists including celebrated Italian bass Bonaldo Giaiotti. Verdis Requiem is (along with Mozarts Requiem) the most famous Mass for the Death ever written. Far exceeding its liturgical function the work is a human statement of all emotions connected with death: from the utter terror of the Dies Irae (Day of Wrath), the anguish of the Libera Me to triumph, consolation and resignation. This classic recording is conducted by the Italian Maestro Giuseppe Patan, an opera veteran, who offers a profound and moving performance of this Sacred Opera, along with a superb cast of Italian vocalists. Liner notes and sung texts included in the booklet. Recorded in 1975, captured in sumptuous, excellent analogue sound. Booklet contains English and German notes on the music. Booklet also contains sung texts.

Szczegóły: Verdi: Messa da Requiem

Nazwa: Verdi: Messa da Requiem
Producent: Brilliant Classics
Kod paskowy: 5028421949482
Języki: angielski
Format: 14.0x12.0cm
Oprawa: Pudełko CD
Waga: 0.112 kg
Wykonawca: Rundfunkchor Leipzig, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Leipzig, Giuseppe Patan
Czas trwania: 1:28:16
Typ głównego nośnika: AC
Ilość nośników: 2
Opis nośników:

1. CD1 (CD-Audio)
   1. I. Requiem (koncert - utwór 05:36)
   2. II. Kyrie (koncert - utwór 03:54)
   3. I. Dies irae (koncert - utwór 02:24)
   4. II. Tuba mirum (koncert - utwór 01:51)
   5. III. Mors stupebit (koncert - utwór 01:04)
   6. IV. Liber scriptus (koncert - utwór 04:55)
   7. V. Quid sum miser (koncert - utwór 03:55)
   8. VI. Rex tremendae (koncert - utwór 04:04)
   9. VII. Recordare (koncert - utwór 04:15)
   10. VIII. Ingemisco (koncert - utwór 03:32)
   11. IX. Confutatis (koncert - utwór 04:06)
   12. X. Dies irae (koncert - utwór 01:26)
   13. XI. Lacrymosa (koncert - utwór 06:21)

2. CD2 (CD-Audio)
   1. Domine Jesu Christe (koncert - utwór 04:43)
   2. Hostias (koncert - utwór 06:32)
   3. Sanctus (koncert - utwór 02:38)
   4. Agnus Die (koncert - utwór 06:35)
   5. Lux aeterna (koncert - utwór 06:24)
   6. I. Libera me (koncert - utwór 02:24)
   7. II. Dies irae (koncert - utwór 02:30)
   8. III. Requiem aeternam (koncert - utwór 03:09)
   9. IV. Libera me (koncert - utwór 05:39)

Recenzje: Verdi: Messa da Requiem