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The Seven Last Words from the Cross exemplifies a conundrum not uncommon in the work of James MacMillan: the juxtaposition of sections of exceptional beauty and power with sections that are merely very good. Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do, The first movement of Seven Last Words from the Cross, for chorus and string orchestra, is overwhelming, using overlapping and conflicting layers of various texts, tonalities, vocal techniques textures, and languages to depict the wrenching physical and emotional chaos of the crucifixion. The second movement, "Woman, Behold, Thy Son!," in contrast, is a largely straightforward choral setting, which, heard on its own, would be impressive, but its conventionality and lack of probing insight make it come across as a letdown after the staggering first movement. The majority of the movements, fortunately, have the musical and emotional depth and complexity of the opening, giving the work as a whole the power, intensity, inventiveness, and originality that make MacMillan such an outstanding composer when he's at his best. The CD includes three attractive but fiendishly difficult a cappella choral works, performed with confidence and energy by the Dmitri Ensemble, led by Graham Ross. Naxos' sound is clear and vibrant.
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7 Last Words from the cross (James MacMillan)
James MacMillan, Composer - Graham Ross, Conductor - Dmitri Ensemble, Ensemble, MainArtist
(C) 2009 Naxos (P) 2009 Naxos
James MacMillan, Composer - Graham Ross, Conductor - Dmitri Ensemble, Ensemble, MainArtist
(C) 2009 Naxos (P) 2009 Naxos
James MacMillan, Composer - Graham Ross, Conductor - Dmitri Ensemble, Ensemble, MainArtist
(C) 2009 Naxos (P) 2009 Naxos
James MacMillan, Composer - Graham Ross, Conductor - Dmitri Ensemble, Ensemble, MainArtist
(C) 2009 Naxos (P) 2009 Naxos
James MacMillan, Composer - Graham Ross, Conductor - Dmitri Ensemble, Ensemble, MainArtist
(C) 2009 Naxos (P) 2009 Naxos
James MacMillan, Composer - Graham Ross, Conductor - Dmitri Ensemble, Ensemble, MainArtist
(C) 2009 Naxos (P) 2009 Naxos
James MacMillan, Composer - Graham Ross, Conductor - Dmitri Ensemble, Ensemble, MainArtist
(C) 2009 Naxos (P) 2009 Naxos
Christus Vincit (James MacMillan)
James MacMillan, Composer - Graham Ross, Conductor - Dmitri Ensemble, Ensemble, MainArtist
(C) 2009 Naxos (P) 2009 Naxos
Nemo te condemnavit (James MacMillan)
James MacMillan, Composer - Graham Ross, Conductor - Dmitri Ensemble, Ensemble, MainArtist
(C) 2009 Naxos (P) 2009 Naxos
…here in hiding… (version for chorus) (James MacMillan)
James MacMillan, Composer - Graham Ross, Conductor - Dmitri Ensemble, Ensemble, MainArtist
(C) 2009 Naxos (P) 2009 Naxos
Album review
The Seven Last Words from the Cross exemplifies a conundrum not uncommon in the work of James MacMillan: the juxtaposition of sections of exceptional beauty and power with sections that are merely very good. Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do, The first movement of Seven Last Words from the Cross, for chorus and string orchestra, is overwhelming, using overlapping and conflicting layers of various texts, tonalities, vocal techniques textures, and languages to depict the wrenching physical and emotional chaos of the crucifixion. The second movement, "Woman, Behold, Thy Son!," in contrast, is a largely straightforward choral setting, which, heard on its own, would be impressive, but its conventionality and lack of probing insight make it come across as a letdown after the staggering first movement. The majority of the movements, fortunately, have the musical and emotional depth and complexity of the opening, giving the work as a whole the power, intensity, inventiveness, and originality that make MacMillan such an outstanding composer when he's at his best. The CD includes three attractive but fiendishly difficult a cappella choral works, performed with confidence and energy by the Dmitri Ensemble, led by Graham Ross. Naxos' sound is clear and vibrant.
© TiVo
Details of the original recording : 70:37 - DDD - Enregistré du 27 au 29 mars 2008 à All Hallows, Gospel Oak, Londres - Notes en anglais
About the album
- 1 disc(s) - 10 track(s)
- Total length: 01:10:29
- Main artists: Dmitri Ensemble Graham Ross
- Composer: James MacMillan
- Label: Naxos
- Area: Ecosse
- Genre: Classical Vocal Music (Secular and Sacred) Choral Music (Choirs)
- Period: Composers born after 1958
(C) 2009 Naxos (P) 2009 Naxos
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