Comprised of thirteen classical tracks, Venite Adoremus is truly a musical path to the heavenly heights of poetic chorale. Each composition is crafted to sonic precision by the insight of a musical veteran overseeing the helm. Erik-Peter bestows a lovely time capsule of eloquent movements that are fit for any joyous gathering.
Venite Adoremus Track-by-Track Review
1- O Come all ye Faithful-Christmas Madrigal: Erik-Peter opens the album with this lovely and familiar concerto of Christmas joy. It is a blissful presentation that features a refreshing chorus of harmonies that sets a signature of excellence upon which the rest of the album follows.2- Missa “Auld Lang Syne”: Kyrie – Very invigorating piece that casts a deep impression due to its operatic talent and emotional depth.
3- Missa “Auld Lang Syne”: Gloria – An enchanting allegro set upon a bright landscape through its subtle stringed-instrumentation.
4- Bach to the Future: Fugue in G-Sharp Minor (Subject on the Theme “Masters in This Hall”) – Certainly a break from the compositions prior, Erik-Peter is able to capture our attention with this lovely instrumental that calls upon the language of the harpsichord and its creation of a joyous mood.
5- Magnificat Octavi Toni – Very well executed and filled with a sunny essence, this is certainly one track where I am reminded of the eternal beauty of song.
6- Hark! the Herald Angels Sing: Christmas Madrigal – For those who take joy in the life of Jesus, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing is filled with a picturesque harmony that fully accentuates a cathedral gathering.
7- Bach to the Future: Fugue in F-Sharp Major (Subject on the Theme “Hark! the Herald Angels Sing”) – This all too familiar treat is reinvented in the grace of holiday cheer while remaining consistent to the precepts of early music.
8- Chorale Prelude in F Minor: “We Three Kings of Orient Are” – Erik-Peter’s crafty genius reinvents itself once again in this amazing selection that warms the soul like a breath of fresh air. Listeners get to observe the exotic execution of composition based on the wide range of instruments that appear on Venite Adoremus.
9- Missa “Auld Lang Syne”: Sanctus – An intense effort that blossoms into a beautiful cantata and filled with atmospheric resilience.
10- Bach to the Future: Triple Christmas Fugue in G Major (Original Subject and Countersubjects on the Themes… – This handsome production is one of the album’s treasured gems, which features a lovely array of wind instrumentation.
11- Hodie Christus Natus Est – Performed as a measure that exemplifies the Renaissance era, this whole production proves to be a moving piece that makes food for thought a melody of the heart.
12- Bach to the Future: Fugue in A Major (Subject on the Theme “We Wish You a Merry Christmas”) – Presented as a symphony of chimes, this reinvention of popular Christmas classic is amazingly transcendent.
13- Missa “Auld Lang Syne”: Agnus Dei – As the concluding track surfaces, this is truly a praiseworthy effort that is layered in a fabulous vocal performance and filled with atmospheric resilience. Bravo
Venite Adoremus proves to be the perfect expression of holiday chorale that can be enjoyed throughout the year. Erik-Peter Mortensen offers an intrinsic collection of classical gems that turn out to be a work of perfection.
LINKS & MEDIA
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