Immerse yourself in the sacred and serene world of Francesco Antonio Bonporti's "Motets, Op. 3, Nos. 1-6," a collection of 28 enchanting tracks released in 1996 under the Sono Luminus label. This album is a testament to Bonporti's mastery of the motet form, a choral composition typically set to a sacred Latin text. Spanning a duration of one hour, the album is a journey through the divine and the devotional, showcasing Bonporti's ability to evoke deep spiritual emotions through his music.
The album features a variety of motets, each dedicated to different religious themes and figures, such as the Virgin Mary, saints, and the Lord. The motets are structured in a series of arias and recitatives, creating a dynamic and engaging listening experience. The tracks are performed with precision and passion, bringing Bonporti's compositions to life in a way that is both authentic and captivating.
Francesco Antonio Bonporti, an Italian composer and priest, was known for his contributions to the Baroque music scene. His works, including this collection of motets, have been influential in the development of sacred music. This album is a beautiful representation of his musical legacy, offering a glimpse into the religious and musical practices of the 18th century.
Whether you are a fan of classical music, a scholar of Baroque compositions, or simply someone seeking a moment of peace and reflection, "Motets, Op. 3, Nos. 1-6" is an album that promises to delight and inspire. The intricate harmonies, the profound texts, and the skillful performances come together to create a musical experience that is both spiritually uplifting and aesthetically pleasing.
(C) 1996 Sono Luminus(P) 1996 Sono Luminus
Tracks
Motet in C Major, Op. 3, No. 5, "Per ogni festa della Madona": Aria. Vos cheles amenaeFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in C Major, Op. 3, No. 5, "Per ogni festa della Madona": Recitativo. En hodierna fortunata die celebratur festivitasFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in C Major, Op. 3, No. 5, "Per ogni festa della Madona": Aria. Fides sonoraFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in C Major, Op. 3, No. 5, "Per ogni festa della Madona": Recitativo. In tanta igitur celebritate congregati fidelesFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in C Major, Op. 3, No. 5, "Per ogni festa della Madona": Aria. Eia melos eia laudes concinamusFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in A Minor, Op. 3, No. 2, "Per il Signore": Aria. Mittite dulcesFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in A Minor, Op. 3, No. 2, "Per il Signore": Recitativo. Ut sit Iesus solus amorFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in A Minor, Op. 3, No. 2, "Per il Signore": Aria. Ardet meum corFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in A Minor, Op. 3, No. 2, "Per il Signore": Recitativo. O divini amoriFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in A Minor, Op. 3, No. 2, "Per il Signore": Aria. Veni Iesu mihi careFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in F Major, Op. 3, No. 3, "Per ogni santo": Aria. Angelicae mentesFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in F Major, Op. 3, No. 3, "Per ogni santo": Recitativo. Ardent fervore anime beate languent ardoreFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in F Major, Op. 3, No. 3, "Per ogni santo": Aria. Bellae stellae rideteFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in F Major, Op. 3, No. 3, "Per ogni santo": Recitativo. O fortunata sidera beati CaelitesFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in F Major, Op. 3, No. 3, "Per ogni santo": Aria. Plaudite omnes alleluiaFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in A Major, Op. 3, No. 4, "Per il Signore": Aria. Ite molles ite floresFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in A Major, Op. 3, No. 4, "Per il Signore": Recitativo. Ardet amore anima meaFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in A Major, Op. 3, No. 4, "Per il Signore": Aria. Placidi Zefiri susurrateFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in A Major, Op. 3, No. 4, "Per il Signore": Recitativo. Iam respiro venio ad te CoelestisFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in A Major, Op. 3, No. 4, "Per il Signore": Aria. O quam dulce Iesu careFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in F Major, Op. 3, No. 1, "Per la Madona": Aria. Clarae stellaeFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in F Major, Op. 3, No. 1, "Per la Madona": Recitativo. En Maria excelsi Regina poli magni sponsa IonantisFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in F Major, Op. 3, No. 1, "Per la Madona": Aria. Surge, veni volaFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in F Major, Op. 3, No. 1, "Per la Madona": Aria. Salva nosFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in G Major, Op. 3, No. 6, "Per ogni santo": Aria. Ad coelum iiFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in G Major, Op. 3, No. 6, "Per ogni santo": Recitativo. Vos dilecte Filiae SionFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in G Major, Op. 3, No. 6, "Per ogni santo": Aria. Resonate clarae tubaeFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
Motet in G Major, Op. 3, No. 6, "Per ogni santo": Aria. Cara mors felix forsFrancesco Antonio Bonporti, Ellen Hargis, Ensemble Ouabache
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