Lloyd Webber, Andrew: Pie Jesu
Setting: Mixed Voices, Type: choral sheets, Publisher: Hal Leonard
www.kotta.infoHere’s the latest I can share based on current publicly available reporting up to now.
- Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Pie Jesu from Requiem remains a widely discussed part of his 1985 Requiem, often highlighted as the standout and most-performed aria from the work. This has been noted in multiple profiles and retrospective pieces about Requiem and its reception.[3][7]
- The Requiem itself premiered in 1985 at St. Thomas Church, New York, with Placido Domingo and Sarah Brightman, and has since been documented as having won the 1986 Grammy for Best Classical Contemporary Composition; Pie Jesu is frequently cited as the most popular/memorable segment from the piece.[1][7]
- Recent public-facing material (videos and concert recordings) continue to feature Pie Jesu prominently in performances and anniversary discussions of Requiem, including contemporary recordings and live performances by choirs and orchestras around Europe, including Germany and the UK. These reflect ongoing interest but don’t indicate a new official release or revision to the score itself as of the latest accessible reports.[5][6][3]
If you want, I can narrow this to:
- a timeline of notable Pie Jesu performances and recordings, or
- a quick digest of critical reception over time, or
- current availability for viewing or listening (streaming/print scores) in the UK.
Would you like me to compile a focused update on one of these areas? I can also chase more precise, up-to-the-minute coverage if you specify a date window.
Citations:
- Pie Jesu as a famed portion of Requiem and its premiere details.[7][1]
- Requiem’s Grammy recognition and Pie Jesu’s popularity.[4][7]
- Contemporary performances and recordings highlighting Pie Jesu.[6][3][5]