Immerse yourself in the sacred and intricate world of Renaissance polyphony with Jacob Obrecht's "Obrecht: Missa Grecorum & Motets." This captivating album, released on December 29, 2017, under the Hyperion label, offers a profound exploration of medieval sacred music, showcasing Obrecht's mastery and the rich, sensuous textures that define his work.
The Brabant Ensemble, under the skilled direction of Stephen Rice, brings to life the complex and tangy dissonances that characterize Obrecht's compositions. Recorded over three days in January 2017 at All Saints' Church in East Finchley, London, the album spans a total of 28 tracks, with a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes. The ensemble's meticulous attention to detail and their reputation for Renaissance sacred music make this a standout recording.
Jacob Obrecht, a significant figure of the Renaissance period (1457/58 – late July 1505), is renowned for his contributions to sacred music. This album features his "Missa Grecorum," a monumental work that exemplifies the composer's ability to weave intricate vocal lines and harmonies. The motets included in the collection further highlight Obrecht's skill in creating deeply expressive and spiritually resonant music.
From the opening notes of "Salve regina a 6" to the final strains of "Agnus Dei," the album is a journey through the sacred and contemplative. The Brabant Ensemble's performance is both technically impressive and emotionally engaging, offering a window into the spiritual and musical world of the late medieval period. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of Renaissance music or a newcomer to the genre, "Obrecht: Missa Grecorum & Motets" promises a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Salve regina a 6: I. Salve regina misericordiaeJacob Obrecht, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Salve regina a 6: II. Ad te clamamusJacob Obrecht, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Salve regina a 6: III. Eia ergo, advocata nostraJacob Obrecht, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Salve regina a 6: IV. O clemensJacob Obrecht, Stephen Rice, The Brabant Ensemble
Missa Grecorum: Ia. Kyrie eleisonJacob Obrecht, Stephen Rice, The Brabant Ensemble
Missa Grecorum: Ib. Christe eleisonJacob Obrecht, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Missa Grecorum: Ic. Kyrie eleisonJacob Obrecht, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Missa Grecorum: IIa. Gloria in excelsis DeoJacob Obrecht, Stephen Rice, The Brabant Ensemble
Missa Grecorum: IIb. Qui tollis peccata mundi, suscipeJacob Obrecht, Stephen Rice, The Brabant Ensemble
Missa Grecorum: IIIa. Credo in unum DeumJacob Obrecht, Stephen Rice, The Brabant Ensemble
Missa Grecorum: IIIb. Et incarnatus estJacob Obrecht, Stephen Rice, The Brabant Ensemble
Missa Grecorum: IIIc. Et resurrexit tertia dieJacob Obrecht, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Missa Grecorum: IVa. SanctusJacob Obrecht, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Missa Grecorum: IVb. Pleni sunt caeliJacob Obrecht, Stephen Rice, The Brabant Ensemble
Missa Grecorum: IVc. Osanna in excelsisJacob Obrecht, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Missa Grecorum: IVd. Benedictus qui venitJacob Obrecht, Stephen Rice, The Brabant Ensemble
Missa Grecorum: IVe. Osanna in excelsisJacob Obrecht, Stephen Rice, The Brabant Ensemble
Missa Grecorum: Va. Agnus Dei IJacob Obrecht, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Missa Grecorum: Vb. Agnus Dei IIJacob Obrecht, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Missa Grecorum: Vc. Agnus Dei IIIJacob Obrecht, Stephen Rice, The Brabant Ensemble
Mater Patris / Sancta Dei genitrix: I. Mater Patris, Nati nataJacob Obrecht, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Mater Patris / Sancta Dei genitrix: II. Ab aeterno generatusJacob Obrecht, Stephen Rice, The Brabant Ensemble
Mater Patris / Sancta Dei genitrix: III. Virgo mater, mater DeiJacob Obrecht, Stephen Rice, The Brabant Ensemble
Cuius sacrata viscera a 4Jacob Obrecht, Stephen Rice, The Brabant Ensemble
O beate Basili / O beate pater: I. O beate Basili / O beate paterJacob Obrecht, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
O beate Basili / O beate pater: II. O beate pater BasiliJacob Obrecht, Stephen Rice, The Brabant Ensemble
O beate Basili / O beate pater: III. O virum digne colendum / Invisit sanctus sanctumJacob Obrecht, Stephen Rice, The Brabant Ensemble
Agnus DeiAnonymous, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
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