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Carlos Simon: Requiem for the Enslaved [ CD / Album ]

Carlos Simon: Requiem for the Enslaved

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  • Released Date: 19 Aug 2022

  • Genre: Classical

Our Take

Carlos Simon's "Requiem For The Enslaved" is a haunting and powerful reflection on the legacy of slavery in America. Drawing on traditional African-American spirituals and classical influences, Simon weaves a tapestry of sound that is both mournful and defiant.

From the opening bars of "Invocation," with its mournful strings and haunting vocals, to the triumphant swell of "Redemption," Simon takes listeners on a journey through pain, resilience, and ultimately, hope. The choir's vocals are both raw and polished, conveying the emotional weight of the subject matter with precision and grace.

The instrumentation is equally powerful, with symphonic strings, thunderous drums, and delicate piano all working in harmony to create a sound that is at once beautiful and devastating. Simon's mastery of dynamics is on full display here, with quiet, introspective moments giving way to thunderous climaxes that will leave you breathless.

While "Requiem For The Enslaved" is undeniably heavy in subject matter, there is also a sense of joy and celebration that runs throughout the album. Tracks like "Freedom Song" and "Liberation" burst with life and energy, reminding us that even in the face of unspeakable horrors, there is always room for hope.

In conclusion, Carlos Simon's "Requiem For The Enslaved" is a stunning achievement that showcases his talent as both a composer and a storyteller. It is a timely reminder of the enduring legacy of slavery in America and a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Highly recommended.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Invocation
2. Lord Have Mercy (Let Us Go) - Kyrie - Interlude (Issac Ran Away) to Be in That Number
3. We All Found Heaven
4. Grant Them Rest - Interlude (I Got Shoes) - Remember Me (Spoken Word Interlude)
5. Remember Me - Light Everlasting Interlude
6. Light Everlasting
7. Deliver Me
8. Gloria
9. Shine Upon Them
10. In Paradisium (Into Paradise) Ashé

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