Immerse yourself in the timeless masterpieces of Claudio Monteverdi with the album "Monteverdi: 1610 Vespers/Madrigals/Orfeo," released in 2002 under Decca Music Group Ltd. This extraordinary collection spans the genres of classical and opera, offering a rich tapestry of musical brilliance that showcases Monteverdi's unparalleled compositional prowess.
The album begins with the Vespro della Beata Virgine, a sacred work that combines the traditional Vespers with innovative musical techniques. Arranged by Philip Pickett, this section includes a series of psalms, antiphons, and concertos that highlight the beauty and complexity of Monteverdi's sacred music. Each track is meticulously performed, bringing to life the spiritual depth and emotional resonance of these timeless pieces.
Following the Vespers, the album delves into Monteverdi's madrigals, including the dramatic "Il Combattimento di Tancredi e Clorinda" and the enchanting "Il ballo delle ingrate." These works exemplize Monteverdi's ability to convey human emotion and narrative through music, with each track offering a unique blend of vocal and instrumental artistry.
The album concludes with selections from "L'Orfeo," one of Monteverdi's most celebrated operas. The included tracks, such as "Per monti e per valli, belissima Clori" from "Tirsi e Clori," demonstrate Monteverdi's mastery of operatic form and his ability to create unforgettable musical moments.
With a total duration of 2 hours and 31 minutes, this album is a comprehensive exploration of Monteverdi's musical genius. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of opera and sacred music, this collection offers a captivating journey through the works of one of history's greatest composers.
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Versiculum: Deus in adiutoriumClaudio Monteverdi, Philip Pickett, Catherine Bott, Tessa Bonner, Christopher Robson, John Mark Ainsley, Michael George, New London Consort
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Antiphona ad Psalmum 109Claudio Monteverdi, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Vergine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Psalmus 109: Dixit DominusClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Tessa Bonner, Christopher Robson, John Mark Ainsley, Andrew King, Michael George, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Antiphona ad Psalmum 109 (Reprise)Claudio Monteverdi, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Concerto: Nigra sumClaudio Monteverdi, Andrew King, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Antiphona ad Psalmum 112Claudio Monteverdi, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Psalmus 112: Laudate pueriClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Tessa Bonner, Christopher Robson, John Mark Ainsley, Andrew King, Michael George, Simon Grant, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Antiphona ad Psalmum 112 (Reprise)Claudio Monteverdi, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Concerto: Pulchra esClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Tessa Bonner, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Antiphona ad Psalmum 121Claudio Monteverdi, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Psalmus 121: Laetatus sumClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Tessa Bonner, Christopher Robson, John Mark Ainsley, Andrew King, Michael George, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Antiphona ad Psalmum 121 (Reprise)Claudio Monteverdi, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Concerto: Duo SeraphimClaudio Monteverdi, Andrew King, John Mark Ainsley, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Antiphona ad Psalmum 126Claudio Monteverdi, New London Consort, Philip Pickett, Catherine Bott, Christopher Robson, Michael George
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Psalmus 126: Nisi DominusClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Christopher Robson, Michael George, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Antiphona ad Psalmum 126 (Reprise)Claudio Monteverdi, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Concerto: Audi coelumClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Tessa Bonner, Christopher Robson, Andrew King, John Mark Ainsley, Michael George, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Antiphona ad psalmum 147Claudio Monteverdi, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Psalmus 147: Lauda, Ierusalem, DominumClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Tessa Bonner, John Mark Ainsley, Andrew King, Michael George, Simon Grant, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Antiphona ad psalmum 147 (Reprise)Claudio Monteverdi, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Hymnus: Ave maris stellaClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Tessa Bonner, Christopher Robson, Andrew King, John Mark Ainsley, Michael George, Simon Grant, New London Consort
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Antiphona ad MagnificatClaudio Monteverdi, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Magnificat anima meaClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Tessa Bonner, Christopher Robson, Andrew King, John Mark Ainsley, Michael George, Simon Grant, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Et exulatavitClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Christopher Robson, John Mark Ainsley, Andrew King, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Quia respexitClaudio Monteverdi, Michael George, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Quia fecit mihi magnaClaudio Monteverdi, John Mark Ainsley, Michael George, Simon Grant, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Et misericordiaClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Tessa Bonner, Christopher Robson, Michael George, Simon Grant, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Fecit potentiamClaudio Monteverdi, John Mark Ainsley, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Deposuit potemtes de sedeClaudio Monteverdi, Michael George, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Esurientes implevit bonisClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Tessa Bonner, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Suscepit IsraelClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Tessa Bonner, Andrew King, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Sicut locus estClaudio Monteverdi, John Mark Ainsley, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Gloria patriClaudio Monteverdi, Christopher Robson, Andrew King, John Mark Ainsley, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Sicut erat in principioClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Tessa Bonner, Christopher Robson, Andrew King, John Mark Ainsley, Michael George, Simon Grant, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Antiphona ad Magnificat (Reprise)Claudio Monteverdi, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Vespro della Beata Virgine - Arr. Philip Pickett: Sonata sopra Sancta Maria a 1Claudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Tessa Bonner, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Il Combattimento di Tancredi e Clorinda, SV 153: 1. Tancredi, che Clorinda un homo stimaClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Andrew King, John Mark Ainsley, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Il Combattimento di Tancredi e Clorinda, SV 153: 2. Notte, che nei profondo oscuro senoClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Andrew King, John Mark Ainsley, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Il Combattimento di Tancredi e Clorinda, SV 153: 3. Torna l'ira nei coriClaudio Monteverdi, John Mark Ainsley, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Il Combattimento di Tancredi e Clorinda, SV 153: 4. Amico, hai vintoClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, John Mark Ainsley, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Il ballo delle ingrate, SV 167: 1. SinfoniaClaudio Monteverdi, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Il ballo delle ingrate, SV 167: 2. Del 'implacabil DioClaudio Monteverdi, Tessa Bonner, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Il ballo delle ingrate, SV 167: 3. Bella madre d'amorClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Michael George, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Il ballo delle ingrate, SV 167: 4. S'invan su l'arco tendiClaudio Monteverdi, Tessa Bonner, Michael George, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Il ballo delle ingrate, SV 167: 5. Udite, uditeClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Catherine King, John Mark Ainsley, Andrew King, Michael George, Simon Grant, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Il ballo delle ingrate, SV 167: 6. Ecco ver noi l'adolorate squadreClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Tessa Bonner, Michael George, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Il ballo delle ingrate, SV 167: 7. Entrata - BalloClaudio Monteverdi, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Il ballo delle ingrate, SV 167: 8. Dal tenebroso orror del mio gran regnoClaudio Monteverdi, Michael George, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Il ballo delle ingrate, SV 167: 9. Ahi troppo è duroClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Tessa Bonner, Catherine King, Helen Parker, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Tirsi e Clori, "Ballo" SV 145: 1. Per monti e per valli, belissima CloriClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, Andrew King, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
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