Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of choral music with "Once, as I remember..." by The Monteverdi Choir. Released on January 1, 1998, under the Decca Music Group Ltd. label, this album is a captivating collection of classical and requiem genres, spanning a duration of 1 hour and 11 minutes. The Monteverdi Choir, renowned for their exquisite vocal prowess, delivers a mesmerizing performance that showcases their versatility and depth.
The album features a diverse range of tracks, from traditional carols like "Gabriel's Message" and "Hodie Christus natus est" to sacred chants such as "Ave Maria, gratia plena" and "O magnum mysterium." Each piece is meticulously crafted, highlighting the choir's ability to convey the essence of each composition with precision and emotion. Notable tracks include "The Lamb," a poignant rendition that underscores the choir's ability to evoke deep feelings, and "Ring out ye crystal spheres," originally written for the "Springhead Christmas Play" in 1955, adding a touch of historical significance to the album.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Once, as I remember..." offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. The Monteverdi Choir's impeccable harmonies and dynamic range make this album a standout in their discography, promising a memorable journey through some of the most beautiful choral works ever composed.
Gloria in excelsis DeoRobert Cowper, Katherine Fuge, Nicola Jenkin, Eleazer de Carvalo, Julian Podger, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
Ave Maria, gratia plenaAnonymous, Sara Mingardo, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
Angelus ad virginemAnonymous, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
Alma Redemptoris Mater - Ed. J. DixonGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, Julian Podger, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
Gabriel's Message (Basque Carol)Anonymous, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
Hodie Christus natus estGiovanni Bassano, Jeremy West, Michael Harrison, Susan Addison, Abigail Newman, Adam Woolf, Robert Goodhew, Ian Watson, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
Jolly sheperdAnonymous, Noel Mann, Rachel Beckett, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
Hodie Christus natus estJan Pieterszoon Sweelinck, Jeremy West, Michael Harrison, Susan Addison, Abigail Newman, Adam Woolf, Robert Goodhew, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
Past Three a ClockAnonymous, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
Es ist ein' Ros' entsprungen - Arr. M. Praetorius; Canon a 4 by Melchior Vulpius (c1570-1615)Anonymous, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
There is no rose of such virtuAnonymous, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
Ave maris stellaLajos Bárdos, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
A spotless RoseHerbert Howells, Michael McCarthy, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
O magnum mysteriumWilliam Byrd, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
Ach Herr, Du SchöpferHeinrich Schütz, Ian Watson, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
This endris nightAnonymous, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
Entre le boeufAnonymous, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
Guillô, pran ton tamborinAnonymous, Noel Mann, Rachel Beckett, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
Psallite. French Anonymous Chanson "Ho la hé" - In Latin and GermanAnonymous, Jeremy West, Susan Addison, Abigail Newman, Robert Goodhew, Ian Watson, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
Quem vidistes pastores?Richard Dering, Jeremy West, Michael Harrison, Susan Addison, Abigail Newman, Adam Woolf, Robert Goodhew, Ian Watson, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
The CradleAnonymous, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
LullabyWilliam Byrd, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
El RorroAnonymous, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
Once As I RememberAnonymous, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
The LambJohn Tavener, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
Joseph, lieber Joseph meinJohann Gottfried Walther, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
Entry Of The Three Kings - IntroitJohn Gardner, The Monteverdi Choir, John Anderson, John Eliot Gardiner
The King of all KingsAnonymous, Katherine Fuge, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
Ring out ye crystal spheres - Written for the "Springhead Christmas Play", 1955Robert Armstrong, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
Gloria in excelsis deoThomas Weelkes, The Monteverdi Choir, John Eliot Gardiner
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