Vierne: Messe Solennelle

On this CD:

1. Messe Solennelle in C sharp, Op 16
Composed by Louis Vierne
Performed by Pierre Pincemaille
Conducted by Francis Bardot

2. Marche triomphale du centenaire de Napoléon 1, for organ, brass, & timpani, Op 46
Composed by Louis Vierne
Performed by Pierre Pincemaille
Conducted by Francis Bardot

3. Pièces de fantaisie, for organ, Suite 4, Op 55 No. 3, Cathédrales
Composed by Louis Vierne
Performed by Pierre Pincemaille
Conducted by Francis Bardot

4. Pièces de fantaisie, for organ, Suite 3, Op 54 Impromptu
Composed by Louis Vierne
Performed by Pierre Pincemaille
Conducted by Francis Bardot

5. Pièce de fantiasie ("Carillon de Westminster") for organ, Op. 54/6
Composed by Louis Vierne
Performed by Pierre Pincemaille
Conducted by Francis Bardot

6. Hommage à Louis Vierne, improvisation for organ
Composed by Pierre Pincemaille
Performed by Pierre Pincemaille

Tracks:

Messe solennelle In C Sharp Minor Op. 16: Kyrie
Messe solennelle In C Sharp Minor Op. 16: Gloria
Messe solennelle In C Sharp Minor Op. 16: Sanctus
Messe solennelle In C Sharp Minor Op. 16: Benedictus
Messe solennelle In C Sharp Minor Op. 16: Angus Dei
Tantum ergo
Ave Maria
Quatre Motets Op. 9: O salutaris hostia
Quatre Motets Op. 9: Tantum ergo
Quatre Motets Op. 9: Ave Maria
Quatre Motets Op. 9: Laudate Dominum
Messe a deux choeurs et deux orgues Op. 36: Kyrie
Messe a deux choeurs et deux orgues Op. 36: Gloria
Messe a deux choeurs et deux orgues Op. 36: Sanctus
Messe a deux choeurs et deux orgues Op. 36: Benedictus
Messe a deux choeurs et deux orgues Op. 36: Angus Dei
Tu es Petrus Op 23 No 2
Tantum ergo Op 18 No 1
Surrexit a mortuis Op 23 No 3

Customer Reviews:

Wow!.......2003-08-13

Having sung the Widor Mass and enjoyed it thoroughly, I decided to buy a recording to prolong the good memories! And this cd certainly does not disappoint... I have to confess to having been somewhat sceptical about Westminster Cathedral Choir's reputation, but this cd really does confirm that they are Britain's premier cathedral choir, Anglican or Roman Catholic. The 24 trebles on this highly acclaimed recording far surpass any sound I've heard St Paul's produce - and the three altos (three! in a double-choir line-up of over fifty singers!) are prominant, clear and rich in tone in a way that I've not come across before. The Widor Mass and motets are, of course, sung with gusto and grandeur, as is the astoundingly moving Vierne Mass - both backed by two fine organs that blend perfectly for a delicious French colour. It's also nice to see the rarely-performed Dupre motets given an outing, and they are a real joy to listen to. All in all a wonderful recording which presents the music exactly as it is - grand, impressive, but always highly moving - exactly what we've come to expect from the Hyperion label. Buy it, buy it, buy it. I cannot say enough good things about it. Definitely the highlight of my summer!

Widor Mass - AWESOME.......2003-02-24

I got this CD having never heard any of the works on it. I was immediately impressed with everything on here. If you buy one choral or organ CD make it THIS ONE! The organ comes through clearly, as does the choir. The accoustics, of course, are superb. It exceeded my expectations and more. The Widor mass is all you need to hear on this CD. I have one complaint, and that is in the intro to the Gloria in the Widor, the organ emits a shrill noise on the last note. However this isn't at all noticeable and I still very much recommend it!

A stupendous choral recording.......1999-08-25

The Widor, "Tu es Petrus," is worth the price of the entire recording. Lasting less than three minutes, it has some of the most moving and beautiful choral work with organ that I have ever heard. What a discovery to find that the rest of the album is also terrific. For those with a subwoofer, the organ pedal notes are particularly well rendered. This CD is must for choral music lovers and audiophiles alike!

If you don't own this CD, order it now!.......1999-01-31

James O'Donnell and the choir of Westminster Cathedral have produced yet another magnificent recording. While there are several recordings of the Vierne, finding the Dupre motets and the Widor mass are much more difficult. The Widor mass, in particular, is splendidly done. Although an English choir, the men and boys of Westminster Cathedral are well known for their "continental" style of singing, thus it's far more forward in tone and is appropriate for all of the works performed on this recording. The organ thunders behind an energetic and flawless choral sound. With any luck, this CD will result in more performances of the Dupre and Widor, and more respectable performances of the Vierne.

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Fanfares a blaze...

The Willis Organ at Salisbury Cathedral

Manufacturer: Telarc
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Canons | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music

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General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music

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Customer Reviews:

Fanfares a blaze..........2006-06-22

This is a wonderful CD. The Salisbury Organ is in the very capable hands of Organist, Michael Murray. Not only does the CD demonstrate for us the great qualities of the Tuba Mirabilis and 32' Ophicleide, but also the soft string sounds of the organ. A definite must buy!

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Louis Vierne: Messe Solennelle

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Binding: Audio CD

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Louis Vierne: Messe solennelle / Charles-Marie Widor: 10th Symphonie"Romane" - Michel Bouvard, Organ / Ensemble Les Elements / Joel Suhubiette

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One of the best organ recordings I know

Louis Vierne: Messe solennelle / Charles-Marie Widor: 10th Symphonie"Romane" - Michel Bouvard, Organ / Ensemble Les Elements / Joel Suhubiette

Manufacturer: Temperaments
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Release Date: 1998-08-11

Tracks:

Messe Solenelle-Pour Deux Orgues Et Choeur-Op16: Kyrie
Messe Solenelle-Pour Deux Orgues Et Choeur-Op16: Gloria
Messe Solenelle-Pour Deux Orgues Et Choeur-Op16: Sanctus
Messe Solenelle-Pour Deux Orgues Et Choeur-Op16: Benedictus
Messe Solenelle-Pour Deux Orgues Et Choeur-Op16: Angus Dei
Toccata-Pieces De fant-2-Op.53
Idylle Melancolique: 24 Pieces En Style Libre-Livre I-Op.31
Impromptu: Pieces De Fant-3-Ste-Op.54
Berceuse: 24 Pieces En Style Libre-Livre II-Op.31
10 Sym, 'Romane,'-Op.73: Moderato
10 Sym, 'Romane,'-Op.73: Choral (Adagio)
10 Sym, 'Romane,'-Op.73: Cantilene (Lento)
10 Sym, 'Romane,'-Op.73: Finale

Customer Reviews:

One of the best organ recordings I know.......2006-11-20

This disc is absolutely gorgeous. First, the Messe Solennelle with the crashing tutti of the organ contrasting the delicate lines of the choir; then, four of Vierne's irresistible character pieces, beautifully played with excellent choice of stops; finally, Widor's thrilling last Symphony, built entirely on one gregorian theme, but with astonishing variety. When you only know the earlier symphonies, such as the 5th with the famous Toccata, you're in for a surprise here: this music is completely free, soaring, with no hints of the former "salon" music whatsoever. Written as early as 1899, it predates all the gregorian-based music of Duruflé, Dupré, and many others.
Bouvard's playing is absolutely masterful, as is the recording itself. The disc features the (then) newly restored Cavaillé-Coll of St. Sernin in Toulouse; Widor's work was written explicitly for this instrument, even dedicated to it, and it's easy to hear why: all sonorities are exactly in place.
If you're willing to let yourself be carried away by profound musical effusions, this disc is for you!

Louis Vierne Messe Solennelle op 16 ; Third Symphony op 28

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Louis Vierne Messe Solennelle op 16 ; Third Symphony op 28

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Louis Vierne-Messe Solennelle

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Product Description

Tracklisting: Messe Solennelle 1.Kyrie eleison 2.Gloria in excelsis Deo 3.Sanctus 4.Benedictus 5.Cathedrales 6.Ave Maria 7.Ave Verum 8.Tantum Ergo 9.Marche Triomphale