Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Joseph Haydn's sacred choral works with "Haydn: Masses Vol.2." Released on January 1, 2002, this exquisite collection from Decca Music Group Ltd. showcases two of Haydn's most renowned masses: the "Nelson Mass" (Missa in angustiis) in D Minor and the "Theresienmesse" in B Flat. Spanning a captivating 1 hour and 29 minutes, this album is a testament to Haydn's mastery of chamber music and classical composition.
The "Nelson Mass," composed during a period of great turmoil in Europe, reflects the composer's response to the Napoleonic Wars. Its dramatic intensity and profound spirituality are evident in each movement, from the solemn "Kyrie" to the triumphant "Dona nobis pacem." The "Theresienmesse," dedicated to the Archduchess Maria Theresia, exudes a sense of grandeur and celebration, with its soaring melodies and intricate harmonies.
Haydn's genius shines through in every note, as he seamlessly blends the sacred and the secular, the intimate and the monumental. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Let the sublime voices and masterful orchestration transport you to a world of divine inspiration and musical brilliance.
Mass in D Minor - Missa in angustiis ("Nelson Mass"), Hob. XXII:11: KyrieJoseph Haydn, Donna Brown, Sally Bruce-Payne, Peter Butterfield, Gerald Finley, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in D Minor - Missa in angustiis ("Nelson Mass"), Hob. XXII:11: Gloria: Gloria in excelsis DeoJoseph Haydn, Donna Brown, Sally Bruce-Payne, Peter Butterfield, Gerald Finley, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in D Minor - Missa in angustiis ("Nelson Mass"), Hob. XXII:11: Gloria: Qui tollisJoseph Haydn, Donna Brown, Sally Bruce-Payne, Peter Butterfield, Gerald Finley, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in D Minor - Missa in angustiis ("Nelson Mass"), Hob. XXII:11: Gloria: QuoniamJoseph Haydn, Donna Brown, Sally Bruce-Payne, Peter Butterfield, Gerald Finley, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in D Minor - Missa in angustiis ("Nelson Mass"), Hob. XXII:11: Credo: Credo in unum DeumJoseph Haydn, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in D Minor - Missa in angustiis ("Nelson Mass"), Hob. XXII:11: Credo: Et incarnatus estJoseph Haydn, Donna Brown, Sally Bruce-Payne, Peter Butterfield, Gerald Finley, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in D Minor - Missa in angustiis ("Nelson Mass"), Hob. XXII:11: Credo: Et resurrexitJoseph Haydn, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in D Minor - Missa in angustiis ("Nelson Mass"), Hob. XXII:11: SanctusJoseph Haydn, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in D Minor - Missa in angustiis ("Nelson Mass"), Hob. XXII:11: BenedictusJoseph Haydn, Donna Brown, Sally Bruce-Payne, Peter Butterfield, Gerald Finley, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in D Minor - Missa in angustiis ("Nelson Mass"), Hob. XXII:11: Agnus Dei: Agnus Dei qui tollisJoseph Haydn, Donna Brown, Sally Bruce-Payne, Peter Butterfield, Gerald Finley, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in D Minor - Missa in angustiis ("Nelson Mass"), Hob. XXII:11: Agnus Dei: Dona nobis pacemJoseph Haydn, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Te Deum in C major - Hob.XXIIIc:2 - Ed. H.C.Robbins LandonJoseph Haydn, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in B Flat - 'Theresienmesse', Hob.XXII:12: KyrieJoseph Haydn, Donna Brown, Sally Bruce-Payne, Peter Butterfield, Gerald Finley, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in B Flat - 'Theresienmesse', Hob.XXII:12: GloriaJoseph Haydn, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in B Flat - 'Theresienmesse', Hob.XXII:12: GratiasJoseph Haydn, Donna Brown, Sally Bruce-Payne, Peter Butterfield, Gerald Finley, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in B Flat - 'Theresienmesse', Hob.XXII:12: QuoniamJoseph Haydn, Donna Brown, Sally Bruce-Payne, Peter Butterfield, Gerald Finley, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in B Flat - 'Theresienmesse', Hob.XXII:12: CredoJoseph Haydn, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in B Flat - 'Theresienmesse', Hob.XXII:12: Et incarnatusJoseph Haydn, Donna Brown, Sally Bruce-Payne, Peter Butterfield, Gerald Finley, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in B Flat - 'Theresienmesse', Hob.XXII:12: Et resurrexitJoseph Haydn, Donna Brown, Sally Bruce-Payne, Peter Butterfield, Gerald Finley, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in B Flat - 'Theresienmesse', Hob.XXII:12: SanctusJoseph Haydn, Donna Brown, Sally Bruce-Payne, Peter Butterfield, Gerald Finley, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in B Flat - 'Theresienmesse', Hob.XXII:12: BenedictusJoseph Haydn, Donna Brown, Sally Bruce-Payne, Peter Butterfield, Gerald Finley, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in B Flat - 'Theresienmesse', Hob.XXII:12: Agnus DeiJoseph Haydn, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in B Flat - 'Theresienmesse', Hob.XXII:12: Dona nobis pacemJoseph Haydn, Donna Brown, Sally Bruce-Payne, Peter Butterfield, Gerald Finley, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner