Immerse yourself in the rich, intricate world of Leoš Janáček with this captivating album, released on April 15, 2022, by Warner Classics. This collection showcases two of Janáček's most celebrated works: the Glagolitic Mass and the Sinfonietta, both performed with exquisite precision and passion. The Glagolitic Mass, a monumental choral work, is presented here in its original 1927 version, offering a profound and spiritual listening experience. Complementing this is the Sinfonietta, a brilliant orchestral suite that paints vivid musical pictures of Janáček's beloved Brno, each movement evoking a different landmark or scene. With a total runtime of 1 hour and 6 minutes, this album is a testament to Janáček's unique compositional voice, blending folk influences with modernist techniques. Whether you're a long-time admirer of Janáček or a newcomer to his music, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Janáček: Glagolitic Mass: I. Intrada 1 (1927 Version)Leoš Janáček, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg, Marko Letonja
Janáček: Glagolitic Mass: II. Introduction (1927 Version)Leoš Janáček, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg, Marko Letonja
Janáček: Glagolitic Mass: III. Kyrie (1927 Version)Leoš Janáček, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg, Czech Philharmonic Choir of Brno, Malin Byström, Marko Letonja
Janáček: Glagolitic Mass: IV. Gloria (1927 Version)Leoš Janáček, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg, Czech Philharmonic Choir of Brno, Johann Vexo, Ladislav Elgr, Malin Byström, Marko Letonja
Janáček: Glagolitic Mass: V. Credo (1927 Version)Leoš Janáček, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg, Adam Plachetka, Czech Philharmonic Choir of Brno, Johann Vexo, Ladislav Elgr, Malin Byström, Marko Letonja
Janáček: Glagolitic Mass: VI. Sanctus (1927 Version)Leoš Janáček, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg, Adam Plachetka, Czech Philharmonic Choir of Brno, Jennifer Johnston, Ladislav Elgr, Malin Byström, Marko Letonja
Janáček: Glagolitic Mass: VII. Agnus Dei (1927 Version)Leoš Janáček, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg, Adam Plachetka, Czech Philharmonic Choir of Brno, Jennifer Johnston, Ladislav Elgr, Malin Byström, Marko Letonja
Janáček: Glagolitic Mass: VIII. Organ Solo (1927 Version)Leoš Janáček, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg
Janáček: Glagolitic Mass: IX. Intrada 2 (1927 Version)Leoš Janáček, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg, Marko Letonja
Janáček: Sinfonietta: I. Allegretto - Allegro maestoso. FanfareLeoš Janáček, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg, Marko Letonja
Janáček: Sinfonietta: II. Andante. The Castle, BrnoLeoš Janáček, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg, Marko Letonja
Janáček: Sinfonietta: III. Moderato. The Queen’s Monastery, BrnoLeoš Janáček, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg, Marko Letonja
Janáček: Sinfonietta: IV. Allegretto. The Street Leading to the CastleLeoš Janáček, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg, Marko Letonja
Janáček: Sinfonietta: V. Allegro. The Town Hall, BrnoLeoš Janáček, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg, Marko Letonja