Immerse yourself in the sacred and timeless sounds of Jean Langlais' "L'Inspiration Gregorienne," a captivating exploration of Gregorian chant's enduring influence on modern composition. Released on July 1, 2013, under the Skarbo label, this album is a testament to Langlais' mastery of blending ancient liturgical melodies with contemporary organ and vocal techniques.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 12 minutes, the album features a diverse range of works, from the intricate polyphony of "Missa in simplicitate" to the meditative "Livre oecumenique" and the evocative "9 Pieces." Each track showcases Langlais' unique ability to weave traditional Gregorian chant into rich, harmonically complex compositions that resonate with both historical depth and modern sensibility.
Highlights include the powerful "Kyrie XI," the serene "Priere," and the dynamic "Fantaisie," each offering a distinct perspective on the interplay between the sacred and the contemporary. Whether you're a devotee of classical organ music, a scholar of Gregorian chant, or simply a lover of profound, spiritually uplifting music, "L'Inspiration Gregorienne" promises a deeply enriching listening experience.
(C) 2013 Skarbo(P) 2013 Skarbo
Tracks
Missa in simplicitate: KyrieJean Langlais, Danielle Michel, Jacques Kauffmann
Missa in simplicitate: GloriaJean Langlais, Danielle Michel, Jacques Kauffmann
Missa in simplicitate: CredoJean Langlais, Danielle Michel, Jacques Kauffmann
Missa in simplicitate: Sanctus et BenedictusJean Langlais, Danielle Michel, Jacques Kauffmann
Missa in simplicitate: Agnus DeiJean Langlais, Danielle Michel, Jacques Kauffmann
Procedamus in pace - Gloria lausJean Langlais, Schola Saint-Gregoire, La
Dominica in PalmisJean Langlais, Jacques Kauffmann
Lumen ChristiJean Langlais, Schola Saint-Gregoire, La
Incantation pour un jour saintJean Langlais, Jacques Kauffmann
Livre oecumenique: Sacris solemniis (vocal)Jean Langlais, Schola Saint-Gregoire, La
Livre oecumenique: Sacris solemniis (organ)Jean Langlais, Jacques Kauffmann
Livre oecumenique: Verbum supernum (vocal)Jean Langlais, Schola Saint-Gregoire, La
Livre oecumenique: Verbum supernum (organ)Jean Langlais, Jacques Kauffmann
9 Pieces: 9. Rhapsodie gregorienneJean Langlais, Jacques Kauffmann
Kyrie XIJean Langlais, Schola Saint-Gregoire, La
Livre oecumenique: Kyrie orbis factorJean Langlais, Jacques Kauffmann
GloriaJean Langlais, Jacques Kauffmann
PriereJean Langlais, Jacques Kauffmann
Suite francaise: VI. Arabesque sur les flutesJean Langlais, Jacques Kauffmann
Ite missa estJean Langlais, Schola Saint-Gregoire, La
Hommage a Frescobaldi, Op. 70: FantasieJean Langlais, Jacques Kauffmann
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