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Music for the spirit and the soul

I had the good fortune of running across Avro Part's Stabat Mater today for the first time, and I've listened to it at least four times today. Although I'm not religious in the traditional sense, this recording moved my soul, brought goose bumps to my body and quieted my mind. Does anyone have other suggestions of classical (or other) music for the feeding of the spirit and the soul?
johnrob
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Faure's Requiem, in it orignal version sung in a chapel by a small group, Herreweghe's 1st version on Harmonia Mundi, is as intimate and moving as Requiems come. Subsequently he did a version for a larger orchestra which is also outstanding and includes and excellent Symphony in D Minor. You can take your pick and not be disappointed.
opalchip
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Sacred Treasures: Choral Masterworks from Russia on the Hearts of Space label is tremendous - exactly what you're looking for. The music is unbelievable beautiful and the recording and performances are absolutely first rate.
tracer
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Joni Mitchell "Hejira"
larryi
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If you are looking for quiet, contemplative and spiritual music, like the Part piece, trie Somei Satoh: "Birds in Warped Time II" I believe there is only one available recording.

For music on a grander scale, try Lauridsen: "Lux Aeterna"
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boa2
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Many thanks to those who recommended
Hillard Ensemble: "Officium" and "Morimur"
Just received them, and they are absolutely phenomenal. Now, if I could just move my system into a big hall. Or better yet, a cathedral.
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