Einojuhani Rautavaara's "Vigilia" is a captivating exploration of sacred choral music, released on September 6, 2019, under the BIS label. This impressive work spans a genre-blending landscape of neoclassical, avant-garde, and opera influences, offering a unique and immersive listening experience. Clocking in at just over an hour and ten minutes, the album is a comprehensive journey through Rautavaara's intricate compositions, each track meticulously crafted to evoke a sense of reverence and contemplation.
The album features a diverse array of pieces, from the solemn "Tulkaa, kumartakaamme meidän" to the triumphant "Ylösnousemustropari," showcasing Rautavaara's mastery of choral writing. His use of traditional liturgical texts in Finnish adds a layer of cultural richness, making "Vigilia" not just a musical experience but also a cultural one. The album's structure, with its carefully paced movements and dynamic shifts, ensures that each piece has its moment to shine, creating a cohesive and engaging whole.
Rautavaara's "Vigilia" is a testament to his ability to blend the sacred and the secular, the traditional and the modern. It's an album that demands attention and rewards patience, offering a profound and moving experience for those willing to delve into its depths. Whether you're a fan of choral music, a lover of avant-garde compositions, or simply someone looking to explore the boundaries of classical music, "Vigilia" is a remarkable addition to any collection.
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Tracks
Vigilia: No. 1, Tulkaa, kumartakaamme meidänEinojuhani Rautavaara, Niall Chorell, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 2, AlkupsalmiEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 3, KatismaEinojuhani Rautavaara, Varvara Merras-Häyrynen, Sirkku Rintamäki, Mats Lillhannus, Sampo Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 4, AvuksihuutopsalmiEinojuhani Rautavaara, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 5, AvuksihuutostikiiraEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 6, Dogmistikiira JumalansynnyttäjälleEinojuhani Rautavaara, Niall Chorell, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 7, EhtoohymniEinojuhani Rautavaara, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 8, Hartauden ekteniaEinojuhani Rautavaara, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 9, Litanian stikiiraEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 10, Litanian ekteniaEinojuhani Rautavaara, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 11, VirrelmästikiiraEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 12, Tropari IEinojuhani Rautavaara, Meri Metsomäki, Sirkku Rintamäki, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 13, Juhlapäivän tropariEinojuhani Rautavaara, Niall Chorell, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 14, LoppusiunausEinojuhani Rautavaara, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 15, Kunnia olkoon pyhälleEinojuhani Rautavaara, Niall Chorell, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 16, Tropari IIEinojuhani Rautavaara, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 17, Tropari IIIEinojuhani Rautavaara, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 18, YlistysveisuEinojuhani Rautavaara, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 19, YlösnousemustropariEinojuhani Rautavaara, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 20, AntifoniEinojuhani Rautavaara, Niall Chorell, Sampo Haapaniemi, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 21, ProkimeniEinojuhani Rautavaara, Sampo Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 22, YlösnousemusveisuEinojuhani Rautavaara, Júlia Heéger, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 23, Irmossi IEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 24, Irmossi IIIEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 25, Irmossi IVEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 26, Irmossi VEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 27, Irmossi VIEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 28, Irmossi VIIEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 29, Irmossi VIIIEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 30, Jumalansynnyttäjän kiitosvirsiEinojuhani Rautavaara, Tove Djupsjöbacka, Varvara Merras-Häyrynen, Iris Oja, Martti Anttila, Niall Chorell, Tuukka Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 31, Irmossi IXEinojuhani Rautavaara, Sampo Haapaniemi, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 32, KiitosstikiiraEinojuhani Rautavaara, Júlia Heéger, Niall Chorell, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 33, YlösnousemustropariEinojuhani Rautavaara, Niall Chorell, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
Vigilia: No. 34, LoppusiunausEinojuhani Rautavaara, Helsinki Chamber Choir, Nils Schweckendiek
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