Escolania de Montserrat: Britten, Mendelssohn - Direction: Ireneu Segarra / Jade Audio CD 2004 / 301 702-6

UPC 3259130170269

The Escolania de Montserrat, or simply the Escolania (Catalan pronunciation: [əskuləni.ə]) is a boys' choir of sopranos and altos based at the Benedictine abbey Santa Maria de Montserrat near Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. When the repertory requires it, they are accompanied by the Montserrat Chapel Choir, composed of old choirboys and the monks of the Ministry Chapel Choir. The Escolania of Montserrat, which belongs to the Monastery of Montserrat, is one of the oldest boys choirs in Europe. Records show that the Escolania has existed as a religious and musical institution since the 14th century. It is composed of more than fifty boys, from ages nine to fourteen, originating from various towns in Catalonia, the Balearic Islands, and the Valencian community. During their time at the Escolania, they complete courses at the Primary, and beginning of Secondary levels, as well as corresponding musical studies. Each student must study two instruments; the piano, as well as a second orchestral instrument of their choice. Along with this, they study Musical Language, Orchestra, and participate in the choir (the distinguished focus of the school).

Tracklist:

BENJAMIN BRITTEN (1913 - 1976)

1 A Ceremony of Carols (Chants de Noél)    22'24

 
FELIX MENDELSSOHN (1809 - 1847)

3 Motets Op. 39

2 Veni Domine    4:30

3 Laudate Pueri / Beati Omnes     2:20

4 Surrexit Pastor Bonus    9:27

• Direction - Ireneu Segarra