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Tormis: Forgotten Peoples
By turns lyrical and primal, haunting and hypnotic, Estonian composer Veljo Tormis' choral works marry traditional Estonian folk melodies with contemporary but accessible harmonies. The songs on musica intima's "Forgotten Peoples" CD emerge from both Christian traditions and pre-Christian folklore, painting soundscapes of midsummer bonfires (Jaanilaulud), autumn scenes (Sügismaastikud), and northern lights (Virmalised). The rarely-performed Vepsa rajad (Vepsian Paths) revives ancient folk tunes from the nearly-extinct Vepsian heritage. Beneath their apparent simplicity and charm lies a richness and complexity that rewards repeat hearings. musica intima lends its trademark purity of tone and fresh insight to these memorable and delightful musical gems.
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nativité
This is not your average Christmas CD; it is filled to overflowing with a cappella classics and breathtaking contemporary carols. The holiday music ranges from Franz Biebl’s Ave Maria, to Hugo Distler’s Es ist ein Rose entsprungen, to Steven Chatman’s O come, O come Emmanuel, to some wonderful arrangements by ensemble members Jonathan Quick and Derrick Christian. This album was nominated for a Western Canadian Music Award.
invocation
"invocation," our highly anticipated recording of 20th-Century sacred music, was released world-wide in December 2001. The programme includes works by Urmas Sisask, Arvo Pärt, Stephen Chatman, and others.
clear
Following the success of our Juno Award-nominated debut CD, musica intima's second recording was released across Canada on November 23, 1999. "clear" features some of musica intima's favourite music from recent concerts, including "Loch Lomond", "Shenandoah" and seven Gerald Finzi songs.