Tallis: Spem in Alium
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This was the Tallis Scholars' first recording devoted to their namesake composer--and it remains one of the best Tallis discs available. Its centerpiece is the famous Spem in alium for eight five-voice choirs. This is a spectacular piece, with voices entering one by one, leading to a sudden, crashing entry for all eight choirs. The choirs then toss pealing phrases back and forth (listen with headphones!) and finish with a monumental 40-voice chord. Other treats include the popular Pentecost motet Loquebantur variis linguis, two beautiful settings of the prayer Salvator mundi, and the 20-minute votive antiphon Gaude gloriosa, w
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Manufacturer: Gimell UK
Release date: 12 June 2001
EAN: 0755138100626 UPC: 755138100626
Release date: 12 June 2001
EAN: 0755138100626 UPC: 755138100626
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