Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of medieval and classical music with Jordi Savall's "In Excelsis Deo," a masterful collection released in 2017. This album, spanning 55 tracks and over 1 hour and 54 minutes, is a testament to Savall's profound expertise and passion for historical music. The album features two stunning masterpieces of polychoral music: the "Missa Scala Aretina" by Francesc Valls and the "Messe à double chœur" by Henry Desmarest. These compositions, performed with meticulous attention to detail, offer a glimpse into the musical landscape of the early 18th century, particularly during the War of the Spanish Succession (1701-1714).
Jordi Savall, renowned for his contributions to early music, invites you to experience the intricate beauty of these works. The "Missa Scala Aretina," one of the last pieces to reference Guido of Arezzo's famous hexachord, showcases Valls' mastery of polyphony and harmonic complexity. Meanwhile, Desmarest's "Messe à double chœur" demonstrates the grandeur and sophistication of French Baroque music, with its double choruses and orchestras.
The album also includes a selection of secular pieces, such as "Battala imperial," "El Cant dels Aucells," and various Catalan songs, providing a broader context of the musical culture of the time. Savall's ensemble, Le Concert des Nations, and the vocal group La Capella Reial de Catalunya, deliver performances that are both historically informed and deeply expressive.
"In Excelsis Deo" is not just an album; it is a journey through time, offering a rich and immersive experience of medieval and classical music. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a curious explorer of historical sounds, this album promises a rewarding and enchanting listening experience.
Tracks
Missa Scala Aretina : Kyrie IFrancesc Valls, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Missa Scala Aretina : Christe EleisonFrancesc Valls, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Missa Scala Aretina : Kyrie IIFrancesc Valls, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Missa Scala Aretina : GloriaFrancesc Valls, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Missa Scala Aretina : GratiasFrancesc Valls, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Missa Scala Aretina : Qui tollisFrancesc Valls, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Missa Scala Aretina : Quoniam tu solus DominusFrancesc Valls, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Missa Scala Aretina : Cum Sancto SpirituFrancesc Valls, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Missa Scala Aretina : CredoFrancesc Valls, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Missa Scala Aretina : Et incarnatus estFrancesc Valls, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Missa Scala Aretina : CrucifixusFrancesc Valls, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Missa Scala Aretina : Et resurrexitFrancesc Valls, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Missa Scala Aretina : Et ascenditFrancesc Valls, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Missa Scala Aretina : Et in spiritumFrancesc Valls, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Missa Scala Aretina : SanctusFrancesc Valls, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Missa Scala Aretina : Agnus DeiFrancesc Valls, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Battala imperialFrancesc Valls, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
El Cant dels AucellsTraditional, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Catalunya comptat gran (romance)Traditional, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Catalunya triomfant (instrumental & hymne)Traditional, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Catalunya en altre temps (plainte)Traditional, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Kyrie IHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Christe EleisonHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Kyrie IIHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: GloriaHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Et in terra paxHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: GratiasHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Domine Deus, rex caelestisHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Domine Deus, Agnus DeiHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Quoniam tu solus DominusHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Cum sancto spirituHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Credo in unum DeumHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Patrem omnipotentem (haute-contre)Henri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Patrem omnipotentem (double chœur)Henri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Et in unum DominumHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Et ex Padre natumHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Deum de DeoHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Genitum, non factumHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Qui propter nos hominesHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Et incarnatus estHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: CrucifixusHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Et resurrexitHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Et iterum venturus estHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Cujus regniHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Et in spiritumHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Qui locutus estHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: ConfiteorHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Et expectoHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Et vitam venturi saeculiHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
Messe à double chœur: Symphonie - SanctusHenri Desmarets, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
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