Omnes de sabaOrlande de Lassus, Chœur De Chambre De Namur, Ricercar Consort, La Fenice, Peter Phillips
Viinum bonumOrlande de Lassus, Chœur De Chambre De Namur, Ricercar Consort, La Fenice, Peter Phillips
Fuga 14Simon Lohet, Bernard Foccroulle
Missa ad imitationem moduli Vinum bonum: I. KyrieOrlande de Lassus, Chœur De Chambre De Namur, Ricercar Consort, La Fenice, Peter Phillips
Missa ad imitationem moduli Vinum bonum: II. GloriaOrlande de Lassus, Chœur De Chambre De Namur, Ricercar Consort, La Fenice, Peter Phillips
Fuga 16Simon Lohet, Bernard Foccroulle
Missa ad imitationem moduli Vinum bonum: III. CredoOrlande de Lassus, Chœur De Chambre De Namur, Ricercar Consort, La Fenice, Peter Phillips
Missa ad imitationem moduli Vinum bonum: IV. Sanctus – BenedictusOrlande de Lassus, Chœur De Chambre De Namur, Ricercar Consort, La Fenice, Peter Phillips
Missa ad imitationem moduli Vinum bonum: V. Agnus DeiOrlande de Lassus, Chœur De Chambre De Namur, Ricercar Consort, La Fenice, Peter Phillips
Nun welche HofnungSimon Lohet, Bernard Foccroulle
Da pacem DomineOrlande de Lassus, Chœur De Chambre De Namur, Jean Tubéry, Ricercar Consort, La Fenice, Peter Phillips
Timor et tremorOrlande de Lassus, Chœur De Chambre De Namur, Ricercar Consort, La Fenice, Peter Phillips
Media vita in morteSimon Lohet, Bernard Foccroulle
Tui sunt coeliOrlande de Lassus, Chœur De Chambre De Namur, Ricercar Consort, La Fenice, Peter Phillips
Surge propera amica meaOrlande de Lassus, Chœur De Chambre De Namur, Ricercar Consort, La Fenice, Peter Phillips
Fuga 4Simon Lohet, Bernard Foccroulle
Aurora lucis rutilatOrlande de Lassus, Chœur De Chambre De Namur, Ricercar Consort, La Fenice, Peter Phillips
Magnificat super Aurora lucis rutilatOrlande de Lassus, Chœur De Chambre De Namur, Ricercar Consort, La Fenice, Peter Phillips
Immerse yourself in the rich, resonant harmonies of the Chœur de Chambre de Namur with their 1994 release, "Lassus: Missa ad imitationem moduli Vinum bonum & Magnificat super Aurora lucis rutilat." This captivating album is a testament to the ensemble's mastery of medieval and operatic genres, showcasing their precision and passion in a collection of sacred works by the renowned Renaissance composer, Roland de Lassus.
The album opens with the vibrant "Omnes de saba" and "Viinum bonum," setting the stage for the centerpiece of the collection, the "Missa ad imitationem moduli Vinum bonum." This five-part mass is a stunning display of polyphonic complexity and emotional depth, with each movement—from the humble pleading of the "Kyrie" to the triumphant "Gloria"—revealing the Chœur de Chambre de Namur's exceptional artistry. Interspersed among the mass movements are intricate fugues, each demonstrating the ensemble's technical prowess and musical sensitivity.
The second half of the album features a selection of motets, including the hauntingly beautiful "Da pacem Domine" and the exhilarating "Aurora lucis rutilat." The album culminates in the magnificent "Magnificat super Aurora lucis rutilat," a grand and glorious celebration of the divine.
Recorded in the acoustically splendid Église Saint-Étienne in Mozet, Belgium, this album captures the Chœur de Chambre de Namur in their full glory, accompanied by the Ricercar Consort and Ensemble La Fenice, under the direction of Peter Phillips. With a total runtime of 54 minutes, this album is a captivating journey through the sacred music of the Renaissance, offering a glimpse into the spiritual and musical world of Roland de Lassus.
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