Britten Heather Harper, Philip Langridge, Martyn Hill, John ShirleyQuirk, Choristers of St Paul's Cathedral, London Symphony Orchestra & London Symphony Chorus Chorus Richard Hickox - War Requiem Sinfonia Da Requiem Ballad Of Heroes

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Review by Juan Miguel Muñoz

The album War Requiem Sinfonia Da Requiem Ballad Of Heroes by Britten Heather Harper, Philip Langridge, Martyn Hill, John ShirleyQuirk, Choristers of St Paul's Cathedral, London Symphony Orchestra & London Symphony Chorus Chorus Richard Hickox is a powerful and moving work that explores the themes of war, loss, and remembrance. The album features stunning performances from some of the most talented musicians and singers of our time, including Heather Harper, Philip Langridge, Martyn Hill, John ShirleyQuirk, and the Choristers of St Paul's Cathedral.

The London Symphony Orchestra and London Symphony Chorus, under the direction of Richard Hickox, provide a rich and dynamic musical backdrop that perfectly complements the haunting vocals and poignant lyrics of the soloists and choir. The album features works by Benjamin Britten, including the War Requiem, Sinfonia Da Requiem, and Ballad of Heroes, each of which is a masterpiece in its own right.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
IV Sanctus10:42
War Requiem Op.66(85:04)
II Dies Irae27:11
I Lacrymosa (Andante Ben Misurato)8:47
III Requiem Aeternam (Andante Molto Tranquillo)7:29
VI Libera Me23:14
V Agnus Dei3:40
Sinfonia Da Requiem Op.20(21:47)
Ballad Of Heroes Op.14(18:17)
II Scherzo (Dance Of Death) (Allegro Con Fuoco - Molto Pesante - Allegro Con Fuoco)4:23
III Recitative And Choral (Lento Quasi Recitativo - Lento E Tranquillo - Epilogue: Tempo 1 (Funeral March))7:25
I Funeral March (Allegro Moderato - Lento Alla Marcia)6:29
III Offertorium9:27
I Requiem Aeternam10:34
II Dies Irae (Allegro Con Fuoco - Alla Marcia - Avanti!)5:31

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CHAN 8983/4, CHAN 8983, CHAN 8984

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Formats

  • 2 × CD
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Companies

RoleCompany
Recorded AtChurch Of St. Jude-on-the-Hill, Hampstead

Credits

RoleCredit
Baritone VocalsJohn Shirley-Quirk (tracks: 1-1 to 2-1)
ChorusLondon Symphony Chorus (tracks: 1-1 to 2-1; 2-5 to 2-7), Choristers of St Paul's Cathedral (tracks: 1-1 to 2-1)
Composed ByBenjamin Britten
ConductorRichard Hickox
OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra
OrganRoderick Elms (tracks: 1-1 to 2-1)
ProducerBrian Couzens
Soprano VocalsHeather Harper (tracks: 1-1 to 2-1)
Tenor VocalsMartyn Hill (tracks: 2-5 to 2-7), Philip Langridge (tracks: 1-1 to 2-1)

Notes

Recorded in St Jude's Church, Central Square, London NW11 on 24 - 28 February 1991

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  • Barcode: 0 95115 89832 1
  • Label Code: 7038
  • Rights Society: MCPS

About Britten Heather Harper, Philip Langridge, Martyn Hill, John ShirleyQuirk, Choristers of St Paul's Cathedral, London Symphony Orchestra & London Symphony Chorus Chorus Richard Hickox

British composer, conductor, and pianist. Born: November 22, 1913, in Lowestoft, UK - died: December 04, 1976, in Aldeburgh, UK. He showed talent from an early age, and first came to public attention with the a cappella choral work A Boy Was Born in 1934. With the premiere of his opera Peter Grimes in 1945, he leapt to international fame. For the next fifteen years he devoted much of his compositional attention to writing operas, establishing him as one of the leading 20th century figures in this genre. Britten's interests as a composer were wide-ranging; he produced important music in such varied genres as orchestral, choral, solo vocal (much of it written for the tenor Peter Pears), chamber and instrumental, as well as film music. He also took a great interest in writing music for children and amateur performers, and was a fine pianist and conductor. One of Britten's most important works, The War Requiem was completed 20 December 1961, and first performed 30 May 1962. Britten received many prizes and honors, including becoming a Companion of Honour in 1952, and a member of the Order of Merit in 1965.

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Summary by Juan Miguel Muñoz

War Requiem Sinfonia Da Requiem Ballad Of Heroes is a deeply moving and thought-provoking album that is sure to resonate with anyone who has been touched by the horrors of war. The performances are exceptional, the music is beautiful and haunting, and the themes are as relevant today as they were when Britten composed these works. Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates great music and powerful storytelling.