Immerse yourself in the sacred and hauntingly beautiful world of medieval choral music with The Sixteen's latest album, "The Call of Rome." Released on March 6, 2020, under the CORO label, this captivating collection showcases the ensemble's renowned expertise in choral and Gregorian chant, offering a profound and spiritually uplifting experience.
"The Call of Rome" features a meticulously curated selection of works, including the Tenebrae Responsories for Holy Saturday, which are performed with a depth and reverence that highlight The Sixteen's exceptional artistry. The album also includes the moving "Pater noster/Ave Maria," the solemn "Litaniae Beatissimae Virginis Mariae," and the triumphant "Gaude virgo mater Christi," among other notable pieces.
With a duration of 1 hour and 12 minutes, this album is a testament to the enduring power of medieval music to evoke a sense of timelessness and transcendence. The Sixteen's precise and expressive performances bring these ancient works to life, making "The Call of Rome" a compelling journey through the rich musical heritage of the medieval period. Whether you are a longtime fan of choral music or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.
(C) 2020 The Sixteen Productions Ltd(P) 2020 The Sixteen Productions Ltd
Tracks
De LamentationePlainsong, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Tenebrae Responsories for Holy Saturday: Recessit pastor nosterTomás Luis de Victoria, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Tenebrae Responsories for Holy Saturday: O vos omnesTomás Luis de Victoria, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Tenebrae Responsories for Holy Saturday: Ecce quomodo moritur iustusTomás Luis de Victoria, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Tenebrae Responsories for Holy Saturday: Astiterunt regesTomás Luis de Victoria, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Tenebrae Responsories for Holy Saturday: Aestimatus sumTomás Luis de Victoria, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Tenebrae Responsories for Holy Saturday: Sepulto DominoTomás Luis de Victoria, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Pater noster/Ave MariaJosquin des Prez, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Litaniae Beatissimae Virginis MariaeFelice Anerio, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Gaude virgo mater ChristiJosquin des Prez, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Missa In lectulo meo: GloriaGregorio Allegri, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Illibata Dei virgoJosquin des Prez, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Miserere – its evolutionGregorio Allegri, Grace Davidson, Kirsty Hopkins, Kim Porter, Eamonn Dougan, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Regina caeli laetare a8Felice Anerio, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Salve Regina a8Tomás Luis de Victoria, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers