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In the 1970s, the Swedish label Proprius produced a whole series of extremely realistic-sounding recordings that are still celebrated today by audiophiles for their outstanding sound quality. “Laudate!” – recorded on February 4 and 5 and June 6, 1978, at St. John’s Church in Stockholm, Sweden – is the first recording by the Uppsala Academy Chamber Choir and the Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble, conducted by Anders Eby, for Proprius. The album features seven pieces from the Düben Collection, the largest private collection of sheet music from the 17th and 18th centuries, which is now part of the Uppsala University Library’s holdings. What at first glance appears to be a niche product for musicologists was one of the label’s greatest commercial successes. The flawless technical execution of the recording, combined with accessible Baroque music performed on period instruments, guarantees a truly enjoyable listening experience. Recording director Bertil Alving, who is also responsible for “Cantate Domino,” considers “Laudate!,” recorded two years later, to be his best recording for Proprius.
AudioNautes is now honoring “Laudate!” with a new LP reissue, the sound quality of which can only be described as outstanding! The impressive remastering is based on an old safety copy of the original stereo master tape. Pressed by Optimal Media on 180-gram HQ vinyl and cut at 33 RPM by Scott Hull (Masterdisk), the LP comes in a sturdy and luxurious gatefold sleeve with additional liner notes by Fabio Camorani.
A quick note: Only the first 500 copies of this limited edition feature sequential serial numbers and are therefore particularly sought after by collectors. So don’t wait too long to place your order!
Conductor: Anders EbyDrottningholms BarockensembleUppsala Academy Chamber Choir
Side A1. Laudate Pueri Dominum 2. Wahrlich, Wahrlich, Ich Sage Euch 3. De Profundis Clamavi 4. Fantasia A 7
Side B1. O Ardor, O Flamma 2. Sinfonia A 6 3. O Jesu Summa Caritas