Catalogue

Summary:

The world-premiere recording of Canadian composer Christopher Tyler Nickel’s Requiem marries the placidity of plainchant to complex rhythmic energy, powerfully communicating an intensely personal listening experience.

“In my music, peace and restlessness co-exist continually”. So explains award-winning Canadian composer Christopher Tyler Nickel, describing his setting of the Requiem, which marries the placidity of plainchant to complex rhythms and meters. Scored for chamber orchestra, choir and solo soprano, and setting the complete standard Latin text, this world-premiere recording posseses a steady current of energy that propels the work ever-forward, whilst Chris’ contemplative musical language enhances a sense of intimacy that makes its communicative power feel intensely personal.

Tracklist:

CHRISTOPHER TYLER NICKEL (b. 1978)

Requiem
1. I. Introit
2. II. Kyrie
3. III. Gradual
4. IV. Tract
5. V. Dies Irae
6. VI. Tuba Mirum
7. VII. Liber Scriptus
8. VIII. Rex Tremendae
9. IX. Juste Judex
10. X. Confutatis
11. XI. Lacrimosa
12. XII. Pie Jesu
13. XIII. Offertory
14. XIV. Sanctus
15. XV. Benedictus
16. XVI. Agnus Dei
17. XVII. Lux Aeterna
18. XVIII. Responsory
19. XIX. In Paradisum

Catherine Redding, soprano
Northwest Sinfonia
Clyde Mitchell, conductor