Immerse yourself in the serene and contemplative world of Gabriel Fauré with this captivating album, "Fauré: Requiem & Orchestral Music." Released on June 23, 2000, under Warner Classics, this collection offers a profound exploration of Fauré's most revered compositions, spanning a total of 77 minutes. The album opens with Fauré's iconic "Requiem, Op. 48," a masterpiece known for its gentle and consoling tones, a departure from the traditional dramatic interpretations of the requiem mass. Each movement, from the solemn "Introït et Kyrie" to the ethereal "In Paradisum," showcases Fauré's unique ability to blend sacred text with intimate musical expression. Following the requiem, the album delves into Fauré's orchestral works, including the elegant "Pavane, Op. 50" and the enchanting "Suite de Pelléas et Mélisande, Op. 80." This suite, inspired by Maeterlinck's play, is a testament to Fauré's lyrical genius, with pieces like "Prélude" and "Sicilienne" evoking a dreamlike atmosphere. The album concludes with selections from "Masques et bergamasques, Op. 112," a suite that brims with charm and wit, featuring the lively "Gavotte" and the pastoral "Pastorale." Whether you're a longtime admirer of Fauré's music or a newcomer to his work, this album promises a rich and rewarding listening experience, highlighting the composer's unparalleled ability to convey deep emotion and beauty through his music.
Fauré: Requiem, Op. 48: I. Introït et KyrieGabriel Fauré, Michel Plasson, Arlette Amiel, Orfeon Donostiarra, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Fauré: Requiem, Op. 48: II. OffertoireGabriel Fauré, Michel Plasson, Arlette Amiel, José van Dam, Orfeon Donostiarra, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Fauré: Requiem, Op. 48: III. SanctusGabriel Fauré, Michel Plasson, Arlette Amiel, Orfeon Donostiarra, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Fauré: Requiem, Op. 48: IV. Pie JesuGabriel Fauré, Barbara Hendricks, Arlette Amiel, Michel Plasson, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Fauré: Requiem, Op. 48: V. Agnus DeiGabriel Fauré, Michel Plasson, Arlette Amiel, Orfeon Donostiarra, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Fauré: Requiem, Op. 48: VI. Libera meGabriel Fauré, Michel Plasson, Arlette Amiel, José van Dam, Orfeon Donostiarra, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Fauré: Requiem, Op. 48: VII. In ParadisumGabriel Fauré, Michel Plasson, Arlette Amiel, Orfeon Donostiarra, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Fauré: Masques et bergamasques, Op. 112: VIII. Pavane, Op. 50Gabriel Fauré, Orchestre Du Capitole De Toulouse, Michel Plasson, Linda Chesis
Fauré: Suite de Pelléas et Mélisande, Op. 80: I. PréludeGabriel Fauré, Orchestre Du Capitole De Toulouse, Michel Plasson
Fauré: Suite de Pelléas et Mélisande, Op. 80: II. FileuseGabriel Fauré, Orchestre Du Capitole De Toulouse, Michel Plasson
Fauré: Suite de Pelléas et Mélisande, Op. 80: III. SicilienneGabriel Fauré, Orchestre Du Capitole De Toulouse, Michel Plasson, Patricia Nagle
Fauré: Suite de Pelléas et Mélisande, Op. 80: V. La mort de MélisandeGabriel Fauré, Orchestre Du Capitole De Toulouse, Michel Plasson
Fauré: Masques et bergamasques, Op. 112: I. OuvertureGabriel Fauré, Orchestre Du Capitole De Toulouse, Michel Plasson, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Fauré: Masques et bergamasques, Op. 112: V. MenuetGabriel Fauré, Orchestre Du Capitole De Toulouse, Michel Plasson, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Fauré: Masques et bergamasques, Op. 112: VII. GavotteGabriel Fauré, Orchestre Du Capitole De Toulouse, Michel Plasson, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Fauré: Masques et bergamasques, Op. 112: II. PastoraleGabriel Fauré, Orchestre Du Capitole De Toulouse, Michel Plasson
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