Immerse yourself in the sacred and evocative world of Marc-Antoine Charpentier with this captivating collection of religious works. Released on June 1, 2018, under the Hyperion label, this album spans a little over an hour and thirteen minutes, offering a profound journey through the composer's spiritual and musical genius.
The album opens with the "Litanies de la Vierge," a series of devotional prayers set to music, showcasing Charpentier's ability to blend sacred text with intricate and moving melodies. Following this, the "Magnificat à 3" offers a triumphant and joyful celebration of Mary's song of praise, demonstrating Charpentier's mastery of choral writing.
The heart of the album lies in the "Leçons de Ténèbres," a series of lessons sung during the Holy Week, particularly on Spy Wednesday. These pieces are known for their somber and reflective nature, as they recount the lamentations of the prophet Jeremiah. Charpentier's settings are particularly notable for their expressive depth and technical brilliance, making this a standout collection within his oeuvre.
The album also includes the "Ouverture pour le sacre d'un évêque," a ceremonial piece that highlights Charpentier's ability to compose music that is both grand and intimate. This diverse collection offers a comprehensive overview of Charpentier's sacred music, making it an essential addition to any fan of Baroque music or those seeking to explore the rich tapestry of this period.
Tracks
Litanies de la vierge, H. 83: I. Kyrie eleisonMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
Litanies de la vierge, H. 83: II. Speculum iustitiaeMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
Litanies de la vierge, H. 83: III. Salus infirmorumMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
Litanies de la vierge, H. 83: IV. Agnus DeiMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
Magnificat à 3, H. 73Marc-Antoine Charpentier, Jonathan Cohen, Arcangelo
Ouverture pour le sacre d'un évêque, H. 536Marc-Antoine Charpentier, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
Première leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 120: I. PreludeMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Jonathan Cohen, Arcangelo
Première leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 120: II. Incipit lamentatio Jeremiae prophetaeMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Stéphane Degout, Jonathan Cohen, Arcangelo
Première leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 120: III. Quomodo sedet sola civitas plena populoMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Jonathan Cohen, Stéphane Degout, Arcangelo
Première leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 120: IV. Plorans ploravit in nocteMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Stéphane Degout, Jonathan Cohen, Arcangelo
Première leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 120: V. Migravit Juda propter afflictionemMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Stéphane Degout, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
Première leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 120: VI. Viae Sion lugentMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Jonathan Cohen, Stéphane Degout, Arcangelo
Première leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 120: VII. Facti sunt hostes eius in capiteMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Stéphane Degout, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
Première leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 120: VIII. Jerusalem, Jerusalem, convertere ad Dominum Deum tuumMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Jonathan Cohen, Stéphane Degout, Arcangelo
Seconde leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 138: I. Vau. Et egressus est a filia –Marc-Antoine Charpentier, Samuel Boden, Jonathan Cohen, Arcangelo
Seconde leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 138: II. Zain. Recordata est Jerusalem dierum afflictionis suaeMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Jonathan Cohen, Samuel Boden, Arcangelo
Seconde leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 138: III. Peccatum peccavit Jerusalem –Marc-Antoine Charpentier, Samuel Boden, Jonathan Cohen, Arcangelo
Seconde leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 138: IV. Teth. Sordes eius in pedibus eiusMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Samuel Boden
Seconde leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 138: V. Jerusalem, Jerusalem, convertere ad Dominum Deum tuumMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Samuel Boden
Troisième leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 123: I. PreludeMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Jonathan Cohen, Arcangelo
Troisième leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 123: II. JodMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Jonathan Cohen, Stéphane Degout, Arcangelo
Troisième leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 123: III. Manum suam misit hostisMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Arcangelo, Stéphane Degout, Jonathan Cohen
Troisième leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 123: IV. Omnis populus eius gemensMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Jonathan Cohen, Stéphane Degout, Arcangelo
Troisième leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 123: V. LamedMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Stéphane Degout, Jonathan Cohen, Arcangelo
Troisième leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 123: VI. O vos omnes qui transitis per viamMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Stéphane Degout, Jonathan Cohen, Arcangelo
Troisième leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 123: VII. MemMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Stéphane Degout, Jonathan Cohen, Arcangelo
Troisième leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 123: VIII. De excelso misit ignem in ossibus meisMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Stéphane Degout, Jonathan Cohen, Arcangelo
Troisième leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 123: IX. NunMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Stéphane Degout, Jonathan Cohen, Arcangelo
Troisième leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 123: X. Vigilavit iugum iniquitatum mearumMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Stéphane Degout, Jonathan Cohen, Arcangelo
Troisième leçon de ténèbres du Mercredi saint, H. 123: XI. Jerusalem, Jerusalem, convertere ad Dominum Deum tuumMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Arcangelo, Stéphane Degout, Jonathan Cohen
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