Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Renaissance music with Hopkinson Smith's forthcoming album "Chansons & Frottole," set to release on September 19, 2025, under the esteemed Naïve label, a part of the Believe Group. This captivating collection of medieval and chamber music pieces showcases Smith's virtuosity on the lute and his deep understanding of the repertoire.
The album features a diverse array of compositions, including chansons and frottole, which are secular vocal pieces from the late 15th and early 16th centuries. These works, originally written for voice, have been skillfully adapted for the lute by Smith, offering a unique and intimate perspective on the music. The tracklist includes pieces from various sources, such as the "37 Chansons musicales a quatre parties" and "Tenori e contrabassi intabulati col sopran in canto," demonstrating the breadth of Smith's musical exploration.
With a duration of one hour and two minutes, "Chansons & Frottole" promises an engaging and immersive listening experience. Hopkinson Smith's masterful playing and the rich, resonant tones of the lute bring these historic pieces to life, offering a glimpse into the musical world of the Renaissance. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of early music or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
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Tracks
34 Chansons musicales a quatre parties: No. 10, mes ennuyzAnonymous, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
37 Chansons musicales a quatre parties: No. 12, Jouissance vous donnerayClaude de Sermisy, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
42 Chansons musicales a troys parties: No. 12, Amy, souffrés - Version from the "Très brève et familière Introduction" - No. 10Pierre Moulu, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
37 Chansons musicales a quatre parties: No. 10, Dont vient cela - Version from the "Très brève et familière Introduction" - No. 23Claude de Sermisy, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
37 Chansons musicales a quatre parties: No. 37, Tant que vivrai - Version from the "Très brève et familière Introduction" - No. 33Claude de Sermisy, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
Intabulatura de lauto: No. 7, Recercar VIJoan Ambrosio Dalza, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
Tenori e contrabassi intabulati col sopran in canto: No. 5, Se mai per maravegliaAnonymous, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
Tenori e contrabassi intabulati col sopran in canto: No. 26, Ostinato vo’ seguireBartolomeo Tromboncino, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
Tenori e contrabassi intabulati col sopran in canto: No. 48, S’io sedo a l’ombraMarchetto Cara, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
Intabulatura de lauto: No. 35, Poi che volse la mia stellaJoan Ambrosio Dalza, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
Tenori e contrabassi intabulati col sopran in canto: No. 46, Io non compro più speranzaMarchetto Cara, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
37 Chansons musicales a quatre parties: No. 14, Il est jourClaude de Sermisy, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
31 Chansons musicales a quatre parties: No. 26, Puisqu’en amoursClaude de Sermisy, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
35 Chansons musicales a quatre parties: No. 24, Le Jaulne et bleu - Version from the "Très brève et familière Introduction" - No. 30Anonymous, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
42 Chansons musicales a troys parties: No. 7, Le cueur est mienAnonymous, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
42 Chansons musicales a troys parties: No. 16, Dolent depart - Version from the "Très brève et familière Introduction" - No. 18Anonymous, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
34 Chansons musicales a quatre parties: No. 26, De toy me plaintzAnonymous, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
Libro 9 di frottole: No. 27, Poiché speranza è mortaFilippo de Lurano, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
Tenori e contrabassi intabulati col sopran in canto: No. 8, Per fuggir d’amor le punteMarchetto Cara, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
The Capirola Lutebook: No. 40B, Che farala che diralaVincenzo Capirola, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
Tenori e contrabassi intabulati col sopran in canto: No. 55, Ala guerraBartolomeo Tromboncino, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
Tenori e contrabassi intabulati col sopran in canto: No. 2, Per dolor me bagno il visoBartolomeo Tromboncino, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
Tenori e contrabassi intabulati col sopran in canto: No. 43, Starala ben cussi?Giovanni Battista Zesso, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
Tenori e contrabassi intabulati col sopran in canto: No. 41, Dolermi sempre voglioBartolomeo Tromboncino, Hopkinson Smith, Sophie Klussmann
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