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The French Album

James Orford, Nick Pritchard (tenor), Miriam Allan (soprano), London Choral Sinfonia, Michael Waldron

Especially notable are the four sacred songs by Langlais, all first recordings, the music sent by his widow to soprano Miriam Allan, who more than justifies that trust with wonderfully heartfelt...

The French Album

James Orford, Nick Pritchard (tenor), Miriam Allan (soprano), London Choral Sinfonia, Michael Waldron

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Especially notable are the four sacred songs by Langlais, all first recordings, the music sent by his widow to soprano Miriam Allan, who more than justifies that trust with wonderfully heartfelt...

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“Fast becoming the go-to champions for contemporary British choral music” (Gramophone), the London Choral Sinfonia presents a captivating blend of French choral music under the direction of Michael Waldron, with soloists Nick Pritchard and Miriam Allan. Their new album includes Jean Langlais' monumental masterpiece "Messe Solennelle," accompanied by staples of the choral repertoire: Gabriel Fauré's "Cantique de Jean Racine" and César Franck's "Psalm 150". The album also features hidden gems such as Marcel Dupré's "Quatre Motets," as well as fresh arrangements of Franck’s "Panis Angelicus" and Gounod's "Ave Verum" by Composer-in-Residence, Owain Park. These reimagined pieces breathe new life into beloved favourites. Under Michael Waldron's direction, the LCS continues its tradition of excellence, blending celebrated works with lesser-known treasures, and winning new audiences with its rich romantic colours and innovative interpretations.

Contents and tracklist

I. Kyrie
Track length4:39
II. Gloria
Track length4:46
III. Sanctus
Track length1:39
IV. Benedictus
Track length3:06
V. Agnus Dei
Track length5:31
No. 1, O salutaris Hostia
Track length4:42
No. 2, Ave Maria
Track length2:49
No. 3, Tantum ergo
Track length3:56
No. 4, Laudate
Track length4:17

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September 2024

Especially notable are the four sacred songs by Langlais, all first recordings, the music sent by his widow to soprano Miriam Allan, who more than justifies that trust with wonderfully heartfelt performances of these beguiling moments of devotion.
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