My son (who had the honor of meeting and performing with Morten Lauridsen) played this for my mother, his grandmother during her last breath when she crossed over in May. I truly believe this gave her the permission to let go and know that peace was waiting for her. I thank Morten Lauridsen for introducing my son to this wonderfully spiritually beautiful music, it was a sad but wonderful moment that will be in my soul forever. Rest In Peace Mom. xoxoxo
Wow! I am a Funeral Celebrant. Most music these days for funerals is good music and is very modern - but I must say I really like this one. It feels 'full' and like it would add courage and strength to those who are grieving. I am definitely adding this as an option for families in Hastings, NZ to consider.
Ich hörte es gestern zum 1.Mal anlässlich eines Adventkonzertes......der Himmel war einen Moment lang offen und Gottes Herrlichkeit schien herein in die Kirche, in der das Konzert stattfand.
Yes, there are many similar structures to much of Lauridsen's music. However one could say the same thing about Whitacre, Pärt, and Tavener. Like Angus Young of AC/DC said when approached and criticized on the similarities of most of AC/DC's music (and I'm paraphrasing here), "When you have the ingredients to make a great cake, why would you want to go and change the recipe?" The structure of O Nata Lux and O Magnum Mysterium is what grabs the ear and nourishes the soul. Why change it?
![Morten Lauridsen - Lux Æterna [Score]](/img/n.gif)
My son (who had the honor of meeting and performing with Morten Lauridsen) played this for my mother, his grandmother during her last breath when she crossed over in May. I truly believe this gave her the permission to let go and know that peace was waiting for her. I thank Morten Lauridsen for introducing my son to this wonderfully spiritually beautiful music, it was a sad but wonderful moment that will be in my soul forever. Rest In Peace Mom. xoxoxo
It was a rainy night as I was listening to this while driving home. I couldn't suppress my tears from falling. I was in the presence of God.
i’m singing this in my choir class, and it is such a beautiful song, thank whoever wrote this for writing
This is an absolutely beautiful piece to listen to. As a performer, I would say it's one of the most gently intuitive soprano lines I've ever sung.
Wow! I am a Funeral Celebrant. Most music these days for funerals is good music and is very modern - but I must say I really like this one. It feels 'full' and like it would add courage and strength to those who are grieving. I am definitely adding this as an option for families in Hastings, NZ to consider.
Rest in peace Paul Salamunovich, director of the LA Master Chorale.
What an absolutely stunning piece of music. It makes me cry.
I sang this with my choir, and I honestly think the Lux Aeterna is one of the best choral works ever written, personally.
Most beautiful choral piece ever written
This is the definitive recording of this piece. Listening to this particular rendition from the LA Master Chorale is very touching, and healing.
I sang this in high school. It still sounds just as beautiful.
O nata lux de lumine,
Such beauty - I am breathless - there is a Light Eternal....
This recording is so beautiful. Singing first alto. It isn't easy, but this recording emphasizes the gentle flow and ethereal sounds.
...and give you peace.
This song is beyond beautiful. Sang it with my high school chorale in a cathedral in NYC. Still remember the chills it gave me❤️
Ich hörte es gestern zum 1.Mal anlässlich eines Adventkonzertes......der Himmel war einen Moment lang offen und Gottes Herrlichkeit schien herein in die Kirche, in der das Konzert stattfand.
Very impressive and heart warming. One of the most beautiful choire pieces that I've ever heard.
This is sublime.
Yes, there are many similar structures to much of Lauridsen's music. However one could say the same thing about Whitacre, Pärt, and Tavener. Like Angus Young of AC/DC said when approached and criticized on the similarities of most of AC/DC's music (and I'm paraphrasing here), "When you have the ingredients to make a great cake, why would you want to go and change the recipe?" The structure of O Nata Lux and O Magnum Mysterium is what grabs the ear and nourishes the soul. Why change it?