Immerse yourself in the profound and intricate choral works of Peter Maxwell Davies with this captivating album, released on May 1, 2004, under the Hyperion label. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 6 minutes, this collection showcases Davies' mastery of sacred music and his unique compositional voice.
The album opens with "Missa parvula," a compact yet powerful setting of the Latin Mass, followed by a full-scale "Mass" that demonstrates Davies' ability to blend traditional liturgical forms with contemporary musical language. Each section of these works—Kyrie, Gloria, Credo, Sanctus & Benedictus, and Agnus Dei—reveals Davies' meticulous craftsmanship and deep spiritual engagement.
Beyond the Mass settings, the album features the evocative "Veni Creator Spiritus," a hymn invoking the Holy Spirit, and two Latin motets: "Dum complerentur, Reliqui domum meum" and "Veni Sancte Spiritus." These pieces further highlight Davies' ability to convey profound spiritual themes through rich harmonic textures and inventive vocal writing.
Whether you're a longtime admirer of Peter Maxwell Davies or a newcomer to his music, this album offers a compelling exploration of his choral works, blending tradition and innovation in a way that is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally resonant.
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