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The Oratorios of Paul Paray
This is a world premiere recording of the two
oratorios of French composer and conductor, Paul
Paray.
Pastorale de Noël (A Christmas Pastoral) was an
early work composed perhaps in 1908 and written
in a single night. It has been orchestrated and
the choral parts have been arranged for mixed
chorus by Eduard Perrone. The narrative tells
the whole Christmas story, from the expectation
of the Redeemer through the arrival of the Magi
Kings. An alluring charm and melodic freshness
permeate this youthful work.
Performers:
Narrator/Angel
Gabriel/Joseph/Magus.......................................................................David
Troiano
The Virgin Mary/soprano soloist in concluding
Gloria
......................................Leisa
Marie Carzon
Ariettes..............................................................................................................Catherine
McKeever
Magi
.................................................................Michael
Schuster, Richard Beckhold, Thomas Reid
Jeanne d'Arc is an oratorio in three parts with
a short prologue, composed in 1913. The libretto
relates the events in the heroic life and death
of Joan of Arc, manifesting her patriotism and
deep religious convictions. The music is scored
for vocal solists, choir, organ and orchestra.
Booklet containing the complete bilingual text
for both works is included.
Performers:
Joan of Arc
................................................................................................................Gina
D'Alessio
Narrator/Saint Michael
........................................................................................Domenico
Bertucci
Hauviette/Saint Catherine
.................................................................................Catherine
McKeever
Saint Margaret
..............................................................................................................Ruth
Lapeyre
Frère Isambart
........................................................................................................Steven
Henrikson
The Choir and Orchestra of Assumption Grotto
Church, Detroit, Michigan led by Eduard Perrone.
From the Critics:
"Eduard Perrone and his excellent Assumption
Grotto ensemble have given us stellar accounts
of the oratorios Jeanne d'arc and Pastorale de
Noël..." American Record Guide
From the Critics...
"This (Jeanne d'arc) is a splendid work.....an
exquisite work of the gifted young composer.
.....very French and very beautiful. The
Assumption Grotto Orchestra gives an admirable
account of this luminous and highly lyrical work
(Pastorale), aided by the rich-sounding and
full-bodied choir, all swept up in the passion
and ardor of Fr. Perrone, whose urgent mission
on behalf of the Maitre has here been realized
in a treasurable and highly satisfying
recording. For lovers of French music...this is
not merely a valuable addition to the recorded
repertory: it is an absolute necessity."
American Record Guide
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