Renowned for his interpretation of the French repertoire, Seattle Symphony Music Director Ludovic Morlot and the orchestra are joined by acclaimed tenor Kenneth Tarver, a voice of considerable beauty and freedom (Washington Post) in a masterful performance of Hector Berlioz s momentous Requiem. The first performance of Hector Berlioz s Grande messe des morts, or Requiem, took place in Paris in 1837. It was one of the high points of its author s career, but this triumph did not come easily. Still in his early 30s, Berlioz was widely considered the untamed radical among French composers, and the conservative bureaucrats who controlled the Paris Opera, the Conservatoire and other musical institutions saw fit to place obstacles in his path whenever they could. Kenneth Tarver is considered one of the outstanding Bel Canto tenors of his generation, acknowledged for his beauty of tone, virtuosic technique, extensive and even vocal range, coupled with an attractive and elegant stage presence.
Tracklist:
1. Grande messe des morts, Op. 5, H. 75 “Requiem” : Requiem et Kyrie 09:23
2. Grande messe des morts, Op. 5, H. 75 “Requiem” : Dies Irae – Tuba Mirum 11:09
3. Grande messe des morts, Op. 5, H. 75 “Requiem” : Quid sum miser 02:59
4. Grande messe des morts, Op. 5, H. 75 “Requiem” : Rex tremendae 05:36
5. Grande messe des morts, Op. 5, H. 75 “Requiem” : Quaerens me 04:23
6. Grande messe des morts, Op. 5, H. 75 “Requiem” : Lacrimosa 09:59
7. Grande messe des morts, Op. 5, H. 75 “Requiem” : Offertoire 08:28
8. Grande messe des morts, Op. 5, H. 75 “Requiem” : Hostias 03:29
9. Grande messe des morts, Op. 5, H. 75 “Requiem” : Sanctus 09:45
10. Grande messe des morts, Op. 5, H. 75 “Requiem” : Agnus Dei 10:42
11. La mort d’Orphée : La mort d’Orphée 12:55
Personnel:
Kenneth Tarver, tenor
Seattle Symphony Chorale
Seattle Pro Musica
Seattle Symphony
Ludovic Morlot, conductor
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