Credits:

Choir Of King’S College London

Description:

A Hidden Gem of the 20th Century: Desancros Requiem! A French Program Performed by a Prestigious London Choir!A collection of 20th-century French sacred choral works featuring the Requiem by Alfred Desenclos (19121971)a winner of the Prix de Rome and known for his works for saxophonealong with music by Poulenc and Villette.Completed in 1963 and following the traditional French Requiem form, Desencloss Requiem is a little-known 20th-century masterpiece that combines a serene sound, reminiscent of Gregorian chant, with richly colored harmonies.Conducting the choir of the prestigious Kings College London is David Trendel, who took up the post of music director and organist in 1992.The harmonies of this select group of elite singers convey the true value of Desencloss Requiem, a work known only to connoisseurs.Tokyo M-Plus

Tracklisting:

1.Messe de Requiem: Introit &