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New album presentation — Missa Grande by Marcos Portugal
30th November 2009
The presentation of the album Missa Grande by Marcos Portugal, recorded in 2009 by the Lisbon Chamber Choir
and released by Numérica Multimédia,
will take place on 5th December at 16h00, at the
National Library’s Auditorium (free admission).
Sponsors:
Malaysia and Singapore Tour
17th July 2009
Between 28th July and 8th August, the Lisbon Chamber Choir will be on tour in Malaysia (concerts in Malacca, Kuala Lumpur and Cameron Highlands) and Singapore, singing a mixed repertoire that includes Portuguese classic and popular music.
New recording — Missa Grande by Marcos Portugal
15th July 2009
The Lisbon Chamber Choir has just recorded one of the most paradigmatic sacred works
of 19th century Portugal: the Missa Grande (Great Mass, c.1782-1790) by Marcos Portugal
(1762-1830). Probably commissioned by Queen D. Maria I, it was sung in Portuguese churches
until the beginning of the 20th century. Originally composed for mixed voices and orchestra,
it was soon adapted by the composer for a more accessible basso continuo. It is this last
and more widespread version that was recorded by the LCC using a recently restored
organ: a gem from Machado Cerveira’s production dating from 1787.
The CD, released by Numérica Multimédia,
is the first commercial recording of the work ever, and should be out before the end of the year.