Elizabeth Vaughan's 1966 release, "Vivaldi: Gloria; Pergolesi: Magnificat," is a captivating journey through the world of Baroque choral music. This album, released under the Decca Music Group Ltd. label, showcases Vaughan's exceptional vocal prowess and her ability to bring these timeless pieces to life. The album is a collection of sacred choral works, featuring Antonio Vivaldi's "Gloria in D major, RV 589" and a "Magnificat" formerly attributed to Giovanni Pergolesi. The "Gloria" is a twelve-movement work that highlights Vaughan's dynamic range and expressive delivery, while the "Magnificat" is a five-movement piece that demonstrates her ability to convey both power and tenderness. With a total runtime of 40 minutes, this album is a concise yet impactful exploration of the choral music of the Baroque era. Vaughan's performance is a testament to her skill as a vocalist and her deep understanding of the music, making this album a valuable addition to any classical music collection.
Gloria, RV 589: I. Gloria in excelsis DeoAntonio Vivaldi, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Gloria, RV 589: II. Et in terra paxAntonio Vivaldi, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Gloria, RV 589: III. Laudamus teAntonio Vivaldi, Elizabeth Vaughan, Janet Baker, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Gloria, RV 589: IV. Gratias agimus tibiAntonio Vivaldi, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Gloria, RV 589: V. Propter magnam gloriam tuamAntonio Vivaldi, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Gloria, RV 589: VI. Domine Deus, Rex caelestisAntonio Vivaldi, Elizabeth Vaughan, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Gloria, RV 589: VII. Domine Fili unigeniteAntonio Vivaldi, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Gloria, RV 589: VIII. Domine Deus, Agnus DeiAntonio Vivaldi, Janet Baker, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Gloria, RV 589: IX. Qui tollis peccata mundiAntonio Vivaldi, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Gloria, RV 589: X. Qui sedes ad dexteram PatrisAntonio Vivaldi, Janet Baker, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Gloria, RV 589: XI. Quoniam tu solus sanctusAntonio Vivaldi, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Gloria, RV 589: XII. Cum Sancto SpirituAntonio Vivaldi, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Magnificat (Formerly Attrib. Pergolesi): MagnificatFrancesco Durante, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Magnificat (Formerly Attrib. Pergolesi): Et misericordiaFrancesco Durante, Elizabeth Vaughan, Janet Baker, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Magnificat (Formerly Attrib. Pergolesi): Deposuit PotentesFrancesco Durante, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Magnificat (Formerly Attrib. Pergolesi): Suscepit IsraelFrancesco Durante, Ian Partridge, Christopher Keyte, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Magnificat (Formerly Attrib. Pergolesi): Sicut locutus est....GloriaFrancesco Durante, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
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