CD: Mozart - 2 CD Set

Gloriæ Dei Cantores is committed to sharing rarely recorded repertory of major composers as well as sacred music of lesser-known composers. Works such as the Litanies of Mozart, Mass for Two Voices and Percussion of Virgil Thomson, and the Men’s and Women’s Masses of Rheinberger are just a few of the little known treasures recorded with the attention to detail, intent and vision of the composer that Gloriæ Dei Cantores’ fans and critics have come to expect. Their discography includes well over one hundred and fifty works recorded for the first time.

Gloriæ Dei Cantores (Singers to the Glory of God) holds a passionate dedication to illuminate truth and beauty through choral artistry, celebrating a rich tradition of sacred choral music from Gregorian chant to the twenty-first century. gdcchoir.org

Founded in 1988, Gloriæ Dei Cantores from Orleans, MA, under the direction of Richard K. Pugsley, has touched the hearts of audiences in 23 countries in Europe, Russia, and North America, receiving extensive critical acclaim for its artistic elegance, performance authenticity, and compelling spirituality. Distributed in the United States and internationally by Naxos and Gloriae Dei Cantores Recordings, the choir’s discography of over 50 recordings showcases their extensive repertoire, encompassing both masterworks and rarely performed musical treasures from Gregorian chant to the 21st century.

Gloriæ Dei Cantores joins voices with the Jewish people in celebration of the 60th Anniversary of the State of Israel! This commemorative recording is a compilation of extraordinary choral works by several 20th century, Jewish-American composers, reflecting the ancient Jewish heritage of joy, sacrifice, and profound faith in God.