John Tavener's "Fall & Resurrection" is a profound and contemplative choral work, released on March 1, 2000, under the Chandos label. This minimalist masterpiece spans a duration of one hour and one minute, offering a deeply spiritual journey through the human experience of fall and redemption. The album is divided into three parts, each exploring different facets of this timeless theme. Tavener's composition is a powerful blend of ancient liturgical traditions and modern minimalist techniques, creating a sound that is both hauntingly beautiful and deeply moving. The choral arrangements are intricate and evocative, with each track building upon the last to form a cohesive and immersive narrative. From the somber beginnings of "Silence, darkness. In the beginning, before time" to the transcendent conclusion of "All is transfigured," this album is a testament to Tavener's ability to convey profound emotional and spiritual depth through music.
2000 Chandos Records2000 Chandos Records
Tracks
Fall and Resurrection, Part I: Silence, darkness. In the beginning, before timeJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, City of London Sinfonia
Fall and Resurrection, Part I: Representation of ChaosJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, City of London Sinfonia
Fall and Resurrection, Part I: ParadiseJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, City of London Sinfonia, Patricia Rozario, Stephen Richardson, Adrian Peacock
Fall and Resurrection, Part I: The SerpentJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, City of London Sinfonia, Patricia Rozario, Stephen Richardson
Fall and Resurrection, Part I: Catastrophe. The Implications of the FallJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, City of London Sinfonia, Patricia Rozario, Stephen Richardson, Adrian Peacock, BBC Singers, St Paul's Cathederal Choir, John Scott
Fall and Resurrection, Part I: Adam's LamentJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, City of London Sinfonia, BBC Singers, St Paul's Cathederal Choir, John Scott
Fall and Resurrection, Part I: The Lament of MankindJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, City of London Sinfonia, Patricia Rozario, Stephen Richardson, BBC Singers, St Paul's Cathederal Choir, John Scott
Fall and Resurrection, Part II: PredictionJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, City of London Sinfonia, Patricia Rozario, Stephen Richardson, Michael Chance, Adrian Peacock, BBC Singers, St Paul's Cathederal Choir
Fall and Resurrection, Part III: The Incarnation of the LogosJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, City of London Sinfonia, Patricia Rozario, Martyn Hill, Adrian Peacock, BBC Singers, St Paul's Cathederal Choir, John Scott
Fall and Resurrection, Part III: Cosmic Dance of the Resurrection. All is transfiguredJohn Tavener, Richard Hickox, City of London Sinfonia
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