Immerse yourself in the rich baroque soundscape of Giacomo Carissimi's "Iudicium extremum & Jephte," a captivating collection of sacred vocal works that showcase the composer's mastery of the oratorio form. Released on March 13, 2020, this 45-minute album, presented by Bongiovanni, offers a profound exploration of religious themes through Carissimi's evocative compositions.
The album is divided into two main sections, beginning with "Iudicium extremum," a dramatic depiction of the Last Judgment. This work is notable for its intense, vivid storytelling, with pieces like "Tunc, horribili sonitu" and "Quam magna" highlighting Carissimi's ability to convey both awe and terror through music.
The second part of the album features the oratorio "Jephte," based on the biblical story of Jephthah. Carissimi's setting of this tragic tale is a masterclass in emotional expression, with standout tracks like "Fugite, fugite cedite impii" and "Plorate colles" illustrating the composer's deep understanding of human drama.
Throughout the album, Carissimi's intricate vocal writing and harmonic language are brought to life by a talented ensemble of singers and instrumentalists. The performances are marked by their technical precision and expressive depth, making this album a compelling introduction to one of the most important figures in the development of the oratorio genre. Whether you're a seasoned baroque enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, Carissimi's "Iudicium extremum & Jephte" is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Tracks
Iudicium extremum: Sinfonia - Aspiciebam in visione noctisGiacomo Carissimi, Qiu Tong Hong, Federico Canese, Ensemble San Felice, Federico Bardazzi
Iudicium extremum: Tunc, horribili sonituGiacomo Carissimi, Felicita Brusoni, Chiara Galioto, Vittoria Giacobazzi, Anastasia Leonova, Qiu Tong Hong, Kentaro Kitaya, Federico Canese, Juvenes Cantores della Cattedrale di Sarzana, Cappella Musicale Ferdinando Maberini, Ensemble San Felice, Federico Bardazzi
Iudicium extremum: Quam magnaGiacomo Carissimi, Felicita Brusoni, Chiara Galioto, Vittoria Giacobazzi, Anastasia Leonova, Qiu Tong Hong, Kentaro Kitaya, Federico Canese, Juvenes Cantores della Cattedrale di Sarzana, Cappella Musicale Ferdinando Maberini, Ensemble San Felice, Federico Bardazzi
Iudicium extremum: Quam magna IIGiacomo Carissimi, Felicita Brusoni, Chiara Galioto, Vittoria Giacobazzi, Anastasia Leonova, Qiu Tong Hong, Kentaro Kitaya, Federico Canese, Juvenes Cantores della Cattedrale di Sarzana, Cappella Musicale Ferdinando Maberini, Ensemble San Felice, Federico Bardazzi
Aria sopra la bergamascaMarco Uccellini, Ensemble San Felice, Federico Bardazzi
Jephte: Cum vocasset in proeliumGiacomo Carissimi, Floriano D'Auria, Kentaro Kitaya, Ensemble San Felice, Federico Bardazzi
Jephte: Transivit ergo IephteGiacomo Carissimi, Felicita Brusoni, Chiara Galioto, Anastasia Leonova, Floriano D'Auria, Federico Canese, Juvenes Cantores della Cattedrale di Sarzana, Cappella Musicale Ferdinando Maberini, Ensemble San Felice, Federico Bardazzi
Jephte: Fugite, fugite cedite impiiGiacomo Carissimi, Felicita Brusoni, Chiara Galioto, Anastasia Leonova, Floriano D'Auria, Federico Canese, Juvenes Cantores della Cattedrale di Sarzana, Cappella Musicale Ferdinando Maberini, Ensemble San Felice, Federico Bardazzi
Jephte: Et ululantes filiiGiacomo Carissimi, Felicita Brusoni, Chiara Galioto, Vittoria Giacobazzi, Anastasia Leonova, Floriano D'Auria, Federico Canese, Juvenes Cantores della Cattedrale di Sarzana, Cappella Musicale Ferdinando Maberini, Ensemble San Felice, Federico Bardazzi
Jephte: Cantemus omnes DominoGiacomo Carissimi, Felicita Brusoni, Chiara Galioto, Vittoria Giacobazzi, Anastasia Leonova, Floriano D'Auria, Federico Canese, Juvenes Cantores della Cattedrale di Sarzana, Cappella Musicale Ferdinando Maberini, Ensemble San Felice, Federico Bardazzi
Jephte: Cum vidisset IephteGiacomo Carissimi, Vittoria Giacobazzi, Floriano D'Auria, Kentaro Kitaya, Ensemble San Felice, Federico Bardazzi
Jephte: Abiit ergo IephteGiacomo Carissimi, Felicita Brusoni, Chiara Galioto, Anastasia Leonova, Floriano D'Auria, Federico Canese, Ensemble San Felice, Federico Bardazzi
Jephte: Plorate collesGiacomo Carissimi, Chiara Galioto, Vittoria Giacobazzi, Anastasia Leonova, Ensemble San Felice, Federico Bardazzi
Jephte: Plorate filii IsraelGiacomo Carissimi, Felicita Brusoni, Chiara Galioto, Anastasia Leonova, Floriano D'Auria, Federico Canese, Juvenes Cantores della Cattedrale di Sarzana, Cappella Musicale Ferdinando Maberini, Ensemble San Felice, Federico Bardazzi
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