Alonso Lobo, a Spanish contemporary of Victoria, was respected as Victoria's equal during his lifetime, despite being seven years younger.
Recording & Production
This recording was made in February and March 2014 at two different locations: the Cathedral and Abbey Church of St. Alban and All Hallows' Church, Gospel Oak, London.
Composition History
Tomás Luis de Victoria's Officium Defunctorum, or 'Office of the Dead', was composed for the memorial services of the Dowager Empress Maria, Philip II's sister, in 1603.
Album & Artwork
This album features music for All Saints' Day (November 1) and All Souls' Day (November 2), which honor all saints and the faithful departed, respectively.
Performer Biography
Graham Ross, the director of the Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, made his BBC Proms and Glyndebourne debuts at the age of 25.
Composition History
The program is bookended by works from Tomás Luis de Victoria, a Renaissance composer, including his 1605 Requiem and earlier motets.
Performer Biography
The Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, founded in 1971, is recognized internationally as one of the world's leading university choral groups.
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