The Victoria Collection [4 CD set]

"Victoria could apply himself equally to the sublime contemplation of Sancta Maria and to the jubilant fervour of the Magnificat, a range of expression that the Sixteen embraces."
(Daily Telegraph)

"music that combines Iberian heat with Italianate polish. The Sixteen's sunny, velvet-toned voices add a special glow to Victoria's textures, which are sometimes complex but always humane."
(The Times)

"Harry Christophers's love of Victoria suffuses this sumptuous recording...the seamless plainsong, searing climaxes, subtle dynamic shading and responsiveness to text is captivating. The fit between the The Sixteen and the double choir format of much of the music is perfect. When divided, the choir sings as an intimate Renaissance ensemble, but when combined its power overflows Victoria's polyphonic lines."
(BBC Music May 2011 Five Stars)

2011 marks the 400th anniversary of the death of Tomás Luis de Victoria. This remarkable Spaniard epitomized the emotion and fervour of Renaissance Europe and could be considered the most outstanding composer of his time.

This new boxed set contains four of The Sixteen's celebrated Victoria recordings for the price of three including his masterpiece, the Requiem of 1605 recorded in surround sound and released in SACD format.

A beautifully packaged set, which compliments perfectly the release of The Sixteen's newest recording by the composer - Hail, Mother of the Redeemer, also features some of the composer's Lamentations for Holy week. What could make a more appropriate Easter gift?