Description
Verdi: Messa da Requiem
UPC: LPX 11639-40 / SAN 133-34
Product Details:
- Label: Hungaroton – LPX 11639-40; His Master’s Voice (Angel Series) – SAN 133-34
- Format: 2× Vinyl LP, Stereo/Mono compatible, Gatefold sleeve, Die Cut
- Country: Hungary
- Genre: Classical
Product Features
- Giuseppe Verdi’s dramatic Requiem for soloists, chorus, and orchestra
- Soloists: Elisabeth Schwarzkopf (soprano), Christa Ludwig (mezzo-soprano), Nicolai Gedda (tenor), Nicolai Ghiaurov (bass)
- Philharmonia Chorus & Philharmonia Orchestra under Carlo Maria Giulini
- Chorus Master: Wilhelm Pitz
- Legendary Angel Series pressing with rich, dynamic stereo sound
Overview
Verdi’s Requiem melds operatic intensity with liturgical solemnity, from the thunderous “Dies Irae” to the tender “Lux Aeterna.” Giulini’s masterful direction coaxes dramatic fervor and devotional repose from the Philharmonia forces, while Schwarzkopf’s luminous soprano, Ludwig’s warm mezzo, Gedda’s lyrical tenor, and Ghiaurov’s resonant bass bring Verdi’s vivid characters to life. Presented in a deluxe gatefold Angel Series package, this Hungarian pressing is prized by collectors for its vibrant sound and elegant presentation.
Track Listing
Side A
- Requiem & Kyrie
- Dies Irae (Part I)
Side B 3. Dies Irae (Conclusion)
Side C 4. Offertorio 5. Sanctus 6. Agnus Dei
Side D 7. Lux Aeterna 8. Libera Me
Key Credits
- Conductor: Carlo Maria Giulini
- Chorus Master: Wilhelm Pitz
- Soprano: Elisabeth Schwarzkopf
- Mezzo-soprano: Christa Ludwig
- Tenor: Nicolai Gedda
- Bass: Nicolai Ghiaurov
- Chorus: Philharmonia Chorus
- Orchestra: Philharmonia Orchestra
- Graphics: Szilárd Molnár
- Sleeve Notes: Várnai Péter
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