Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of Renaissance lute music with Luca Pianca's captivating album, "Nobilissimo Istromento: Virtuoso Lute Music of the Italian Renaissance." Released on June 11, 2021, under the Passacaille label, this chamber music masterpiece spans a little over an hour and nine minutes, offering a rich tapestry of compositions from the 16th century.
Luca Pianca, a renowned lute virtuoso, brings to life the intricate and elegant works of Italian Renaissance masters. The album features a diverse collection of fantasia, recercar, and other lute compositions, meticulously selected from historical manuscripts and printed sources. Each piece showcases the technical brilliance and artistic depth of the era, performed with Pianca's signature precision and expressive nuance.
From the intricate "Fantasia" pieces by Francesco da Milano to the complex "Recercar" compositions by Vincenzo Capirola, the album is a testament to the golden age of lute music. Pianca's interpretations breathe new life into these historical gems, revealing their timeless beauty and sophistication. The inclusion of lesser-known works alongside celebrated pieces offers a comprehensive exploration of the lute's virtuoso repertoire.
Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of early music or a newcomer to the world of Renaissance lute, this album promises an enriching and delightful listening experience. Luca Pianca's mastery of the instrument and his deep understanding of the historical context shine through in every note, making "Nobilissimo Istromento" a true celebration of the lute's golden age.
Tracks
Fantasia 65 - From "Intabolatura di lauto - Milano, 1548"Francesco da Milano, Luca Pianca
Fantasia 30 - From "Intabolatura di lauto - Milano, 1548"Francesco da Milano, Luca Pianca
Recercar secondo - No. 2 from "Intabolatura de Lauto, Libro 1 - Venice, 1546"Giovanni Maria da Crema, Luca Pianca
Las je m'y plains - Version for Lute by Francesco da MilanoClaudin de Sermisy, Francesco da Milano, Luca Pianca
Recercar alla spagnola - From "Compositione di meser Vincenzo Capirola, gentil homo bresano - circa 1517"Vincenzo Capirola, Luca Pianca
Canone a 2 - From "Intabolatura di lauto - Milano, 1548"Francesco da Milano, Luca Pianca
Fantasia prima - From "Intabolatura di liuto di M. Francesco Da Milano et Perino Fiorentino suo discipulo, libro terzo - Venezia, 1562"Perino Fiorentino, Luca Pianca
Fantasia 7 - From "Intabolatura di lauto - Milano, 1548"Francesco da Milano, Luca Pianca
Incognito - No. 9 from "Opera IX de balli - Venice, 1553" - Version for Solo LuteFrancesco Bendusi, Luca Pianca
Fantasia 33 - From "Intabolatura di lauto - Milano, 1548"Francesco da Milano, Luca Pianca
De mon triste déplaisir - Version for Lute by Francesco da MilanoJean Richafort, Francesco da Milano, Luca Pianca
Recercar nono - From "Compositione di meser Vincenzo Capirola, gentil homo bresano - circa 1517"Vincenzo Capirola, Luca Pianca
Fantasia 1 - From "Intabolatura di lauto - Milano, 1548"Francesco da Milano, Luca Pianca
Fantasia septima - No. 41 from "Novae Tabulae Musicae - 1582"Giulio Cesare Barbetta, Luca Pianca
Fantasia 15 - From "Intabolatura di lauto - Milano, 1548"Francesco da Milano, Luca Pianca
Fantasia 34 "La Compagna" - From "Intabolatura di lauto - Milano, 1548"Francesco da Milano, Luca Pianca
So ben mi ch'a bon tempo (Aria) - Version for Solo Lute - From "Balletti moderni facili per sonar sopra il liuto - 1608"Orazio Vecchi, Luca Pianca
Fantasia 87 - From "Intabolatura di lauto - Milano, 1548"Francesco da Milano, Luca Pianca
Fantasia 10 - From "Intabolatura di lauto - Milano, 1548"Francesco da Milano, Luca Pianca
Recercar decimoquinto - No. 15 from "Intabolatura de Lauto, Libro 1 - Venice, 1546"Giovanni Maria da Crema, Luca Pianca
Fantasia 61 - From "Intabolatura di lauto - Milano, 1548"Francesco da Milano, Luca Pianca
Fantasia ottavaGiulio Segni, Giulio Segni Da Modena, Luca Pianca
Fantasia 90 - From "Intabolatura di lauto - Milano, 1548"Francesco da Milano, Luca Pianca
Recercar sesto - From "Compositione di meser Vincenzo Capirola, gentil homo bresano - circa 1517"Vincenzo Capirola, Luca Pianca
Fantasia 6 - From "Intabolatura di lauto - Milano, 1548"Francesco da Milano, Luca Pianca
Fantasia 67 - From "Intabolatura de lauto, Libro 1 - Venice, 1546"Antonio Rotta, Luca Pianca
Fantasia 5 - From "Intabolatura di lauto - Milano, 1548"Francesco da Milano, Luca Pianca
Calata spagnola 5 - No. 32 from "Intabulatura de Lauto, Libro 4 - 1508"Joan Ambrosio Dalza, Luca Pianca
Fantasia 22 - From "Intabolatura di lauto - Milano, 1548"Francesco da Milano, Luca Pianca
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