Lacrimosa, but it's even more beautiful

I don't know about you guys, but this sounds magnificent to me. I just added some reverb, slowed it down a tad, and added a few other things. I hope you guys enjoyed it!

[divrted]

The painting is: The Deluge, by John Martin.

[gisellebarth]

The reason why this sounds so good, is because these type of songs (I believe) are made with the idea that they will be played in a Cathedral. In a Cathedral, the sound bounces of the walls of the space, creating the reverb which is which would be very similar to the one present in this version! I felt like I had just walked into a Cathedral or Opera house when listening to this! Great job!

[peterzelaya]

One thing all these lacrimosa variations have in common to the og is that they're literally perfection to the ears

[aamirgilani]

The song "Lacrimosa" is a part of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's renowned composition, the Requiem Mass in D minor, K. 626. Mozart started composing the Requiem in 1791 but tragically passed away before completing it. The inspiration behind "Lacrimosa" comes from the text of the Latin Requiem Mass, specifically from the sequence of the same name.

The "Lacrimosa" sequence is a profound and mournful prayer, expressing sorrow and seeking mercy for the deceased. It is traditionally sung during the Mass for the Dead or funeral ceremonies. The word "Lacrimosa" translates to "weeping" or "tearful, " setting the emotional tone of the sequence.

While Mozart composed the opening eight measures and the bass voice continuo part for "Lacrimosa, " he passed away before finishing the rest of the movement. Franz Xaver Süssmayr, a pupil and assistant of Mozart, was assigned the task of completing the Requiem based on Mozart's sketches and instructions. Süssmayr completed the "Lacrimosa" and the remainder of the Requiem, following the musical style and thematic material established by Mozart.

"Lacrimosa" stands as one of the most poignant and emotionally charged sections of the Requiem, capturing the essence of sorrow, mourning, and the human longing for solace and redemption. Its profound melodies and harmonies evoke a sense of mourning and reflection, reflecting the deep emotional impact that Mozart's music continues to have on audiences to this day.

[xerse]

I knew that was a John Martin painting instantly. The piece is calle "The Deluge". Phenomenal artist highly recommended yall look at his work

[_Krazy]

That art piece is heavenly (no pun intended)
“The storm, the calm!”

[gbbarn]

Mozart left us pieces of heaven before he went himself.

[gesundheit]

This piece gave me a strange new appreciation for chaotic and abstract things

[zesticlesssss]

What I love about Lacrimosa is that despite it being so calm, it goes perfectly with any chaotic event, especially in slow motion.

[wompadillœ]

I had the privilege of getting to sing this piece as part of a 200 person choir, and let me tell you it was one of the most magical experiences of my life. The absolute power of so many voices singing together in the same space, of getting to _be_ one of those voices… it felt transcendent.
Even seven years later I still know my part and all the words. What a beautiful piece of music.

[apersonwhomayormaynotbeent]

The first eight bars were Mozart's last. You can feel the anguish he was going through knowing he was about to die. This is not just a masterpiece, its one of the most beautiful pieces to ever be written. To me it describes the future and reminds me of my own mortality. Someday, all of us will be forgotten and no trace of our existence will be left. Someday, even this will be lost to time.

[Knl-tf]

imagine creating a masterpiece so good that it's still being played since 1792, literally 2 centuries later

[AK-jbhs]

It's probably one of the most hauntingly beautiful piece.

[ilsospetto]

It's really beautiful. Lacrimosa is a very "dark" melody. I'm currently playing it with my orchestra (I'm 1st violin). Even without the choir it passes a very sentimental feeling that reminds me of our finite nature.

[DRAGNFLY]

During Good Friday Mass this past April, the choir at my church sang Lacrimosa. I was altar serving that day, and I was indescribably overjoyed when I heard those first notes. They performed it perfectly, and it couldn't have been a more beautiful Mass.

[xelbezares]

I'm reading a murder book and this song was just perfect. I replayed it like 6 times

[candlequeen]

With the anakin pfp, it fits incredibly well, this is gorgeous

[ema]

Lyrics:

[Chorus]

Lacrimosa dies illa
Qua resurget ex favilla
Judicandus homo reus
Lacrimosa dies illa
Qua resurget ex favilla
Judicandus homo reus

[Bridge]

Huic ergo parce Deus
Pie Jesu, Jesu Domine

[Outro]

Dona eis requiem
Dona eis requiem
Amen

[MS-ebcf]

We'll almost certainly never see a talent like this again. His death at age 35 was a profound loss to art and music, as well as unfathomably tragic for the young family he left behind.

[WillDa]

I have attended many performances of this piece in operas, basilicas, etc, last one was about a month ago in a crypt; listening to this version leaning back with my eyes closed, i was taken through all these beautiful moments again. I saw the conductors and each of their quirks, the way they interacted with their players and singers, the sheer power of the human voice amplified by the finest stone work, the moments of calm and silence contrasting with those of intensity and emotion... Thank you for the upload, this was a fun ride