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Kodaly Missa Brevis
The Choir of Ormond College directed by Douglas Lawrence
Recorded on the choir's recent European tour, this CD features Kodály's magnificent 'Missa Brevis', Christopher Tye's 'Missa Euge Bone', Herbert Howells' 'Three Latin Church Motets' and Bach's motet for double choir 'Der Geist hilft unser Schwachheit'.
Kodály's 'Missa Brevis', composed in the dark years of World War II, with its haunting melodies reflects both the horror of the period and Kodály's understanding of the capabilities of the voice. Soaring and penetratingly beautiful solos are combined with sections for the full choir to create drama and passion. The 'Missa Brevis' was recorded in the stunning acoustics of the 17th century Martinskirche, near Lake Constance in Southern Germany with accompaniment provided by organist Thomas Heywood, on a wonderful new Rieger organ. The Tye, Howells and Bach were recorded in the 15th century Santa Maria Bressanoro in Northern Italy. Press quotes:
“Throughout this seldom recorded repertoire, the choir exhibits good intonation, particularly in the a capella works, and a real sense of artistry, bringing a crisp and precise style to bear on this often difficult music. Kodály's mighty 'Missa Brevis', composed in 1944, gives the choir ample opportunity to showcase its excellent solo singers.”
— State of the Arts “the highlight of the disc - a beautifully modulated and expressive performance of Bach's joyous motet 'Der Geist hilft unser Schwachheit' ...With no reservations, this is a disc to delight lovers of fine choral singing.”— Bill Hoffmann, The Canberra Times Audio preview:
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Missa Euge Bone (Tye)
- Kyrie Octavi Toni - Gloria - Credo - Sanctus et Benedictus - Agnus Dei (four verses) Three Latin Church Motets (Howells) - Salve Regina - Regina Coeli - Nunc Dimitis The motet for double choir Der Geist hilft unser Schwachheit auf (J. S. Bach) - Verse 1 - Verse 2 - Chorale Missa Brevis (Kodaly) - Introitus - Kyrie - Gloria - Credo - Sanctus - Benedictus - Agnus Dei - Ite Missa est Catalogue Number: MD3201
Price: AU$26.00
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Melbourne organist Douglas Lawrence is, Director of Music at The Scots' Church and Teacher of the Organ at the University of Melbourne and was the founding director of Choir of Ormond College, a position he held from 1982 to 2006.
He frequently performs as a soloist for major music organisations within Australia and his concert career has taken him throughout most of the western world. He has released a number of recordings through the Move label which have received outspoken praise from reviewers. Since its inception in 1982 the Choir of Ormond College under the direction of Douglas Lawrence, has become the first Australian choir to receive ongoing international recognition. The choir is now directed by John O'Donnell
“In Thomas Heywood, Australia undoubtedly has a new virtuoso organist.”
(The Organ Club Journal, UK) “Heywood’s technique is immaculate, his projection of the music positively three-dimensional, and his obvious enjoyment of the task radiates through the notes, catching up the listener and carrying us along the way.” (Organists’ Review) Composers:
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