Immerse yourself in the resplendent sounds of the Portuguese Renaissance with "Masters of The Royal Chapel, Lisbon" by A Capella Portuguesa. This exquisite album, released in 1994 under the Hyperion label, offers a captivating journey through sacred music from the Royal Chapel of Lisbon, performed with meticulous attention to historical accuracy and musical excellence.
Under the direction of Owen Rees, A Capella Portuguesa delivers a stunning collection of 23 tracks, spanning a rich tapestry of sacred compositions. The album features a blend of polyphonic masterpieces and liturgical works, showcasing the vocal prowess of the ensemble and the evocative sounds of the organ, played by Stephen Farr. Notable pieces include the intricate "Missa O soberana luz" and the serene "Salve Regina," each piece meticulously crafted to transport you to the hallowed halls of the Royal Chapel.
The album's duration of one hour and two minutes is filled with moments of profound beauty and spiritual depth. The ensemble's precise harmonies and the organ's resonant tones create an atmosphere of reverence and tranquility, making this recording a treasure for enthusiasts of early music and Renaissance polyphony. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado or new to the genre, "Masters of The Royal Chapel, Lisbon" promises an enriching and enlightening experience.
Tracks
TentoAntónio Carreira, Stephen Farr
Asperges meFilipe de Magalhães, Owen Rees, A Capella Portuguesa
Salve sancta parensAnonymous, A Capella Portuguesa, Owen Rees
Missa O soberana luz: I. KyrieFilipe de Magalhães, A Capella Portuguesa, Owen Rees
Missa O soberana luz: II. GloriaFilipe de Magalhães, Owen Rees, A Capella Portuguesa
Famulis tuisAnonymous, Owen Rees, Philip Cave, A Capella Portuguesa
Verso sobre Ave maris stellaManuel Rodrigues Coelho, Stephen Farr
Alleluia. Felix esAnonymous, A Capella Portuguesa, Owen Rees
Missa O soberana luz: III. CredoFilipe de Magalhães, Owen Rees, A Capella Portuguesa
Beata es, Virgo MariaAnonymous, A Capella Portuguesa, Owen Rees
Ave virgo sanctissimaFrancisco Guerrero, Owen Rees, A Capella Portuguesa
Obra sobre el Pange linguaDiego de Alvarado, Stephen Farr
Per omnia saecula – Dominus vobiscum – Vere dignum et iustum estAnonymous, A Capella Portuguesa, Owen Rees, Philip Cave
Missa O soberana luz: IV. SanctusFilipe de Magalhães, A Capella Portuguesa, Owen Rees
Obra de sexto tom para o Levantar o DeusAnonymous, Stephen Farr
Missa O soberana luz: V. BenedictusFilipe de Magalhães, A Capella Portuguesa, Owen Rees
Ave maris stellaManuel Rodrigues Coelho, Stephen Farr
Missa O soberana luz: VI. Agnus DeiFilipe de Magalhães, A Capella Portuguesa, Owen Rees
Beata visceraAnonymous, A Capella Portuguesa, Owen Rees
Commissa mea pavescoFilipe de Magalhães, A Capella Portuguesa, Owen Rees
Ite missa est – Deo gratiasAnonymous, Stephen Farr, Robert Macdonald
La luz de vuestros ojosFrancisco Guerrero, A Capella Portuguesa, Christopher Hodges, Owen Rees
Salve ReginaEstêvão de Brito, Owen Rees, A Capella Portuguesa
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