Daniël de Lange was born to a Rotterdam family of musicians. His father, Samuel de Lange, was organist at the city's Laurens Church, of whom Daniël received lessons on the piano and organ.

The “Requiem” (1868) may be considered a monument of nineteenth-century a cappella choral music. Set for two four-part choirs and two four-part solo ensembles (consisting of soprano, alto, tenor and bass), the work seems to reflect the choral practice of the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries. The musical idiom, however, was entirely new for its time and is clearly imbued with the composer's personal touch, offering a wide range of expressive qualities and moods, making the text portrayal exceptionally suggestive.

Also included in the program are Motets by Julius Röntgen, written for the Thomaskirche in Leipzig. Performed by the Netherlands Chamber Choir, one of the top vocal ensembles of the world, here conducted by Uwe Gronostay.

The booklet contains liner notes in English and Dutch, as well as the sung texts.