Immerse yourself in the sacred and serene world of medieval monastic life with "A Monk's Life" by The Brabant Ensemble. This captivating choral album, set for release on November 1, 2024, under the Hyperion label, offers a profound exploration of spiritual music that spans a little over an hour. The Brabant Ensemble, known for their meticulous attention to historical performance practices, brings to life a collection of works that reflect the daily rituals, devotion, and contemplation of monastic life.
The album features a diverse range of compositions, from the solemn and introspective "Sponsa Dei" to the jubilant and celebratory "Magnificat super Si ignoras te." Each piece is carefully selected to illustrate the rich tapestry of monastic chant and polyphony, offering a glimpse into the spiritual and musical traditions that have endured for centuries. Highlights include the hauntingly beautiful "Veni Creator Spiritus" and the lively "Wer wollt den Wein nit lieben?", showcasing the ensemble's versatility and mastery of medieval repertoire.
With their pristine vocals and deep understanding of the historical context, The Brabant Ensemble delivers a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply moving. "A Monk's Life" is not just an album; it's an experience that invites you to step into the tranquil and contemplative world of the medieval monk, offering a moment of reflection and spiritual connection in our fast-paced modern lives.
Tracks
Sponsa Dei: I. Sponsa DeiOrlande de Lassus, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Sponsa Dei: II. Hic te collaudatOrlande de Lassus, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
De vita religiosaBernhard Klingenstein, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Deus in adiutoriumChristian Erbach, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Magnificat super Si ignoras te: I. Magnificat anima mea – Et exsultavitCarolus Andreae, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Magnificat super Si ignoras te: II. Quia respexit – Quia fecitCarolus Andreae, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Magnificat super Si ignoras te: III. Et misericordia eius – Fecit potentiamCarolus Andreae, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Magnificat super Si ignoras te: IV. Deposuit potentes – Esurientes implevitCarolus Andreae, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Magnificat super Si ignoras te: V. Suscepit Israel – Sicut locutus estCarolus Andreae, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Magnificat super Si ignoras te: VI. Gloria Patri – Sicut erat in principioCarolus Andreae, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Agimus tibi gratiasCipriano de Rore, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Wer wollt den Wein nit lieben?Giovanni Giacomo Gastoldi, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Sacrificate sacrificium iustitiae: I. Sacrificate sacrificium iustitiaeBlasius Ammon, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Sacrificate sacrificium iustitiae: II. Immola DeoBlasius Ammon, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Missa super Veni in hortum meum: I. KyrieOrlande de Lassus, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Missa super Veni in hortum meum: II. Gloria in excelsis DeoOrlande de Lassus, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Missa super Veni in hortum meum: III. Qui tollis peccata mundi, miserereOrlande de Lassus, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Os iustiJacob Regnart, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Missa super Veni in hortum meum: IV. Credo in unum DeumOrlande de Lassus, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Missa super Veni in hortum meum: V. Et incarnatus estOrlande de Lassus, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Missa super Veni in hortum meum: VI. SanctusOrlande de Lassus, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Missa super Veni in hortum meum: VII. BenedictusOrlande de Lassus, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Missa super Veni in hortum meum: VIII. OsannaOrlande de Lassus, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Missa super Veni in hortum meum: IX. Agnus DeiOrlande de Lassus, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Veni Creator SpiritusJacob Reiner, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Vana salus hominis: I. Vana salus hominis / Dominus mihi adiutorJohannes Nucius, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Vana salus hominis: II. Nil igitur / Dominus mihi adiutorJohannes Nucius, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
In te Domine speraviJacob Clemens non Papa, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Quis rutilat Triadis?Orlande de Lassus, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
Aeterno laudanda choroSebastian Ertel, The Brabant Ensemble, Stephen Rice
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