Immerse yourself in the sacred and sublime with "Mozart: Complete Masses, Vol. 4," the latest installment in the comprehensive exploration of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's liturgical works. Released on February 28, 2025, by Naxos, this album is a testament to Mozart's enduring genius and his profound impact on classical music.
This volume features three distinct masses: the "Pastoral" Mass in G Major, K. 140, the "Dominicus" Mass in C Major, K. 66, and the Mass in F Major, K. 192. Each piece showcases Mozart's unparalleled ability to blend sacred text with melodic brilliance and harmonic innovation. The "Dominicus" Mass, in particular, highlights a deepening of Mozart's contrapuntal and harmonic language, offering more adventurous and memorable melodies for the soloists.
Conductor Christoph Poppen, known for his insightful interpretations, continues his journey through Mozart's complete masses with this fourth volume. The performances are brought to life by the Cologne Cathedral Vocal Ensemble and the Cologne Chamber Orchestra, ensuring a rich and resonant sound that captures the spiritual depth and musical complexity of these works.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 20 minutes, this album is a substantial and rewarding listen for both casual fans and dedicated classical enthusiasts. Whether you're drawn to the serene beauty of the "Pastoral" Mass, the dramatic intensity of the "Dominicus" Mass, or the intricate craftsmanship of the F Major Mass, this collection offers a profound and enriching experience.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "Complete Masses, Vol. 4" is not just an album; it's a journey through the sacred and the sublime, a celebration of one of the greatest composers in history, and a testament to the enduring power of classical music.
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Tracks
Missa brevis in G Major, K. 140 "Pastoral": I. KyrieWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Carolina Ullrich, Elvira Bill, Patrick Grahl, Cologne Cathedral Vocal Ensemble, Cologne Chamber Orchestra, Christoph Poppen
Missa brevis in G Major, K. 140 "Pastoral": II. GloriaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Carolina Ullrich, Elvira Bill, Patrick Grahl, Dominik Koninger, Cologne Cathedral Vocal Ensemble, Cologne Chamber Orchestra, Christoph Poppen
Missa brevis in G Major, K. 140 "Pastoral": III. CredoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Carolina Ullrich, Elvira Bill, Patrick Grahl, Cologne Cathedral Vocal Ensemble, Cologne Chamber Orchestra, Christoph Poppen
Missa brevis in G Major, K. 140 "Pastoral": IV. SanctusWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Carolina Ullrich, Elvira Bill, Cologne Cathedral Vocal Ensemble, Cologne Chamber Orchestra, Christoph Poppen
Missa brevis in G Major, K. 140 "Pastoral": V. BenedictusWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Carolina Ullrich, Elvira Bill, Patrick Grahl, Dominik Koninger, Cologne Cathedral Vocal Ensemble, Cologne Chamber Orchestra, Christoph Poppen
Missa brevis in G Major, K. 140 "Pastoral": VI. Agnus DeiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Carolina Ullrich, Elvira Bill, Patrick Grahl, Dominik Koninger, Cologne Cathedral Vocal Ensemble, Cologne Chamber Orchestra, Christoph Poppen
Mass in C Major, K. 66 "Dominicus": I. KyrieWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Katharina Ruckgaber, Elvira Bill, Paul Schweinester, Cologne Cathedral Vocal Ensemble, Cologne Chamber Orchestra, Christoph Poppen
Mass in C Major, K. 66 "Dominicus": II. GloriaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Katharina Ruckgaber, Elvira Bill, Paul Schweinester, Cologne Cathedral Vocal Ensemble, Cologne Chamber Orchestra, Christoph Poppen
Mass in C Major, K. 66 "Dominicus": III. CredoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Katharina Ruckgaber, Elvira Bill, Paul Schweinester, Jonas Müller, Cologne Cathedral Vocal Ensemble, Cologne Chamber Orchestra, Christoph Poppen
Mass in C Major, K. 66 "Dominicus": IV. SanctusWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Katharina Ruckgaber, Elvira Bill, Cologne Cathedral Vocal Ensemble, Cologne Chamber Orchestra, Christoph Poppen
Mass in C Major, K. 66 "Dominicus": V. BenedictusWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Katharina Ruckgaber, Elvira Bill, Paul Schweinester, Jonas Müller, Cologne Cathedral Vocal Ensemble, Cologne Chamber Orchestra, Christoph Poppen
Mass in C Major, K. 66 "Dominicus": VI. Agnus DeiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Katharina Ruckgaber, Elvira Bill, Paul Schweinester, Jonas Müller, Cologne Cathedral Vocal Ensemble, Cologne Chamber Orchestra, Christoph Poppen
Missa brevis in F Major, K. 192: I. KyrieWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Katharina Konradi, Sarah Romberger, Cologne Cathedral Vocal Ensemble, Cologne Chamber Orchestra, Christoph Poppen
Missa brevis in F Major, K. 192: II. GloriaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Katharina Konradi, Sarah Romberger, Martin Mitterrutzner, Mikhail Timoschenko, Cologne Cathedral Vocal Ensemble, Cologne Chamber Orchestra, Christoph Poppen
Missa brevis in F Major, K. 192: III. CredoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Katharina Konradi, Sarah Romberger, Martin Mitterrutzner, Mikhail Timoschenko, Cologne Cathedral Vocal Ensemble, Cologne Chamber Orchestra, Christoph Poppen
Missa brevis in F Major, K. 192: IV. SanctusWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Cologne Cathedral Vocal Ensemble, Cologne Chamber Orchestra, Christoph Poppen
Missa brevis in F Major, K. 192: V. Benedictus - Hosanna da capoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Katharina Konradi, Sarah Romberger, Martin Mitterrutzner, Mikhail Timoschenko, Cologne Cathedral Vocal Ensemble, Cologne Chamber Orchestra, Christoph Poppen
Missa brevis in F Major, K. 192: VI. Agnus DeiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Katharina Konradi, Sarah Romberger, Martin Mitterrutzner, Cologne Cathedral Vocal Ensemble, Cologne Chamber Orchestra, Christoph Poppen
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