Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Italian Renaissance music with Carolyn Sampson's captivating album, "Vergine bella - Italian Renaissance Music." Released in 2002 under the prestigious Chandos label, this choral and requiem masterpiece spans a full hour of exquisite vocal performances. Carolyn Sampson, renowned for her breathtaking soprano, takes center stage alongside an ensemble of talented musicians, including Clare Wilkinson, Julian Podger, Robert Meunier, Guy Ross, Tessa Bonner, and James Gilchrist.
The album features a diverse collection of 20 tracks, each showcasing the intricate beauty and emotional depth of Renaissance compositions. From the hauntingly beautiful "S'io sedo a l'ombra" to the solemn "Dolores mortis," every piece is a testament to the timeless artistry of the era. Notable highlights include "Ave, Maria, gratia plena," a serene and uplifting rendition of the beloved Ave Maria, and "Si oportuerit me teco mori," a poignant performance by Carolyn Sampson and Robert Meunier.
Carolyn Sampson's ethereal voice and the ensemble's impeccable harmonies bring these historical works to life, offering a rich and immersive listening experience. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of Renaissance music or a newcomer eager to explore its wonders, "Vergine bella - Italian Renaissance Music" is a treasure trove of sonic delights that will leave you spellbound.
Tracks
S'io sedo a l'ombra, AmorMarchetto Cara, Carolyn Sampson, Robert Meunier
Recercare (I)Francesco Spinacino, Robert Meunier
Aimè, ch'io moro: Aime, ch'io moroMarchetto Cara, Tessa Bonner, James Gilchrist, Julian Podger, Jonathan Arnold
PavanaAnonymous, Guy Ross, Robert Meunier
Se non soccorri, amoreMarchetto Cara, Julian Podger, Robert Meunier, Guy Ross
Che debb'io far? Che mi consigli?Bartolomeo Tromboncino, Clare Wilkinson, Robert Meunier
Fugga pur chi vol amoreMarchetto Cara, Carolyn Sampson, Robert Meunier
Ave, Maria, gratia plenaBartolomeo Tromboncino, Julian Podger, Guy Ross
Ave victorioso e sancto legnoMarchetto Cara, Tessa Bonner, James Gilchrist, Julian Podger, Jonathan Arnold
Recercare (II)Francesco Spinacino, Robert Meunier
Poi che volse la mia stellaBartolomeo Tromboncino, Carolyn Sampson, Robert Meunier
Dolores mortisDiomedes, Tessa Bonner, James Gilchrist, Julian Podger, Jonathan Arnold
RecercareFrancesco da Milano, Robert Meunier
Si oportuerit me teco moriMarchetto Cara, Carolyn Sampson, Robert Meunier
Si bella è la mia donnaMarchetto Cara, Julian Podger, Robert Meunier
O mia cieca e dura sorteMarchetto Cara, Clare Wilkinson, Robert Meunier
Virtù, che fai in questo miser mondo?Innocentius Dammonis, Tessa Bonner, James Gilchrist, Julian Podger, Jonathan Arnold
RecercareMarco Dall'Aquila, Robert Meunier
Salve, victrice e gloriosa insegnaAnonymous, Tessa Bonner, James Gilchrist, Julian Podger, Jonathan Arnold
Vergine bella, che di sol vestitaBartolomeo Tromboncino, Julian Podger, Robert Meunier, Guy Ross
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