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Mass in D, Op.123 "Missa Solemnis" 01. Margiono, Charlotte "Kyrie (Original Version)" 02. Beethoven, Ludwig van "Gloria (Original Version)" 03. Beethoven, Ludwig van "Credo (Original Version)" 04. Beethoven, Ludwig van "Sanctus (Original Version)" 05. Beethoven, Ludwig van "Agnus Dei (Original Version)"
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Description: | Beethoven: Missa Solemnis by John Eliot Gardiner & Monteverdi Choir, released 12 November 1990, includes the following tracks: "2. Gloria", "4. Sanctus" and more.
This version of Beethoven: Missa Solemnis comes as a 1xCD. - EBS/GARDINER? 1990 Deutsche Grammophon GmbH, Hamburg. Made and printed In Germany.
? 1990 Prof. Joseph Kerman, Dr. Christian Speck, André Boucourechliev (liner notes authors).
Recorded At London, All Saints' Church, Tooting, 11/1989. Digital recording ? Stereo. Total time: 71:39
Orchestre Révolutionnaire Et Romantique on authentic instruments. Recorded using B & W Loudspeakers.
Cover illustration: Painting by Ferdinand Georg Waldmüller, 1823;
Archiv Breitkopf & Härtel, Leipzig ? Ektachrome: Archiv für Kunst und Geschichte, Berlin.
Booklet, page 25: Beethoven (1819): Painting by J. Stieler ? Archiv für Kunst und Geschichte, Berlin.
The 36-page booklet contains notes in English, German, French and Italian plus a track and credits-list.
Beside black and white photos of the main artists it has also the sung-texts in Latin and the translations in the 4 languages.
The booklet and CD are sheltered by a standard jewel case with black tray.
Note 1: There is an IFPI (SID Mould) code on the CD. They were not issued as early as 1993, hence this is a reissue release.
Note 2: The orchestra here has a different name than on the release with the same catalog# and same barcode. Rare!
The "Missa Solemnis (GA)" CD, performed by John Eliot Gardiner with the Monteverdi Choir and English Baroque Soloists, is a masterful interpretation of Beethoven's monumental sacred work. This recording captures the grandeur and spiritual depth of one of classical music?s most revered compositions, blending precision with emotional intensity. Gardiner, renowned for his historically informed performances and deep musical insight, brings out both the dramatic contrasts and lyrical beauty inherent in Beethoven?s score. The Monteverdi Choir delivers exceptional choral clarity while the period-instrument ensemble adds authenticity to this stirring rendition.
John Eliot Gardiner stands among today?s leading conductors specializing in early music and Romantic repertoire. Founder of both the Monteverdi Choir and English Baroque Soloists, he has received numerous awards including Grammy Awards and Gramophone Awards for his recordings. His interpretations are celebrated worldwide for their vitality, scholarship, and expressive power.
Archiv Produktion is a prestigious label known for its commitment to authentic performances of early music using historical instruments. Since its founding in 1949 as part of Deutsche Grammophon, Archiv Produktion has set standards in classical recordings through collaborations with world-class artists dedicated to historically informed performance practice.
This release offers listeners an immersive journey into Beethoven's profound vision?an essential addition to any serious collection of choral or orchestral masterpieces. |
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