Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of medieval and choral music with Josquin des Prez's "Missa Gaudeamus & Motets à la Vierge - Desprez Recordings, Vol. 4." Released on March 24, 2014, under the naïve classique label, this album is a testament to the enduring legacy of one of the most influential composers of the Renaissance period.
The album spans a diverse collection of tracks, including the intricate and profound "Missa Gaudeamus," a polyphonic masterpiece that showcases des Prez's unparalleled skill in weaving complex vocal lines. The "Motets à la Vierge" section is equally captivating, featuring devotional pieces dedicated to the Virgin Mary, performed with exquisite precision and reverence.
With a duration of 1 hour and 7 minutes, the album offers a comprehensive exploration of des Prez's musical genius. The ensemble A Sei Voci, under the direction of Bernard Fabre-Garrus, brings these historic works to life with a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply moving. The Maîtrise des Pays de Loire adds a layer of choral richness that enhances the overall listening experience.
This album is not just a collection of tracks but a journey through the sacred and secular music of the Renaissance. It's a celebration of Josquin des Prez's contributions to the choral and classical genres, offering a glimpse into the musical traditions of a bygone era. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of medieval music or a newcomer looking to explore the depths of classical composition, this album is a treasure trove of timeless beauty and artistic excellence.
Tracks
Plain-chant: Introït, GaudeamusJosquin des Prez, Maîtrise des Pays de Loire
Missa Gaudeamus: I. Kyrie: No. 1, Kyrie eleisonJosquin des Prez, A Sei Voci, Ensemble a Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Missa Gaudeamus: I. Kyrie: No. 2, Christe eleisonJosquin des Prez, A Sei Voci, Ensemble a Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Missa Gaudeamus: I. Kyrie: No. 3, Kyrie eleisonJosquin des Prez, A Sei Voci, Ensemble a Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Missa Gaudeamus: II. Gloria: No. 1, Gloria in excelcis Deo - Et in terra paxJosquin des Prez, A Sei Voci, Ensemble a Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Missa Gaudeamus: II. Gloria: No. 2, Qui tollis peccata mundiJosquin des Prez, Ensemble a Sei Voci, A Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Plaint-chant: Graduel, Timete Dominum gradualeJosquin des Prez, Maîtrise des Pays de Loire
Plain-chant: Alleluia, venite ad meJosquin des Prez, Maîtrise des Pays de Loire
Missa Gaudeamus: III. Credo: No. 1, Patrem omnipotentemJosquin des Prez, A Sei Voci, Ensemble a Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Missa Gaudeamus: III. Credo: No. 2, Et incarnatusJosquin des Prez, Ensemble a Sei Voci, A Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Missa Gaudeamus: III. Credo: No. 3, Et in Spiritum sanctum, DominumJosquin des Prez, Ensemble a Sei Voci, A Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Missa Gaudeamus: III. Credo: No. 4, Et unam sanctamJosquin des Prez, Ensemble a Sei Voci, A Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Missa Gaudeamus: IV. Sanctus: No. 1, Sanctus DominusJosquin des Prez, A Sei Voci, Ensemble a Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Missa Gaudeamus: IV. Sanctus: No. 2, Pleni sunt caeli et terraJosquin des Prez, Ensemble a Sei Voci, A Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Missa Gaudeamus: IV. Sanctus: No. 3, HosannaJosquin des Prez, Ensemble a Sei Voci, A Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Missa Gaudeamus: IV. Sanctus: No. 4, Benedictus qui venitJosquin des Prez, A Sei Voci, Ensemble a Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Missa Gaudeamus: IV. Sanctus: No. 5, HosannaJosquin des Prez, Ensemble a Sei Voci, A Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Missa Gaudeamus: V. Agnus Dei: No. 1, Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundiJosquin des Prez, Ensemble a Sei Voci, A Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Missa Gaudeamus: V. Agnus Dei: No. 2, Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundiJosquin des Prez, Ensemble a Sei Voci, A Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Missa Gaudeamus: V. Agnus Dei: No. 3, Dona nobis pacemJosquin des Prez, A Sei Voci, Ensemble a Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Plain-chant: Antiphonae ad communiomen, Beati mundo cordeJosquin des Prez, Maîtrise des Pays de Loire
Plain-chant: Salve ReginaJosquin des Prez, Maîtrise des Pays de Loire
Motets à la Vierge: Recordare virgo mater: I. Prima parsJosquin des Prez, A Sei Voci, Ensemble a Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Motets à la Vierge: Recordare virgo mater: II. Secunda parsJosquin des Prez, Ensemble a Sei Voci, A Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Motets à la Vierge: Regina caeli: I. Prima parsJosquin des Prez, A Sei Voci, Ensemble a Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Motets à la Vierge: Regina caeli: II. Secunda parsJosquin des Prez, A Sei Voci, Ensemble a Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Motets à la Vierge: Ave maris stella: I. Prima parsJosquin des Prez, Ensemble a Sei Voci, A Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Motets à la Vierge: Ave maris stella: II. Secunda parsJosquin des Prez, Ensemble a Sei Voci, A Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Motets à la Vierge: Virgo salutiferi: I. Prima parsJosquin des Prez, Ensemble a Sei Voci, A Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Motets à la Vierge: Virgo salutiferi: II. Secunda parsJosquin des Prez, A Sei Voci, Ensemble a Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
Motets à la Vierge: Virgo salutiferi: III. Tertia parsJosquin des Prez, Ensemble a Sei Voci, A Sei Voci, Bernard Fabre-Garrus
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