Immerse yourself in the sacred and serene world of Michel Richard Delalande with "De Lalande: Petits Motets," a captivating collection of minimalist choral works released in 1992. This album is a testament to Delalande's mastery of the French Baroque style, offering a spiritual and musical journey through his exquisite compositions.
The album spans a little over an hour, featuring a variety of motets, including the profound "Miserere, S. 87" with its intricate polyphony and the joyous "Regina coeli laetare, S. 53." Delalande's work is characterized by its intricate vocal lines and harmonies, creating a sense of depth and reverence that is both moving and transcendent.
"De Lalande: Petits Motets" is not just a collection of songs but a carefully curated experience that showcases Delalande's ability to evoke deep emotion and spiritual reflection through music. The album's minimalist approach allows the listener to focus on the purity of the vocal performances and the richness of the compositions.
Whether you are a fan of choral music, Baroque compositions, or simply appreciate the beauty of minimalist music, this album is a must-listen. Delalande's work on "De Lalande: Petits Motets" is a timeless contribution to the world of sacred music, offering a glimpse into the spiritual and artistic brilliance of the French Baroque era.
Tracks
Miserere, S. 87: I. Miserere mei, Deus - II. Et secundum (Chœur)Michel Richard Delalande, Véronique Gens, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Miserere, S. 87: III & IV. Amplius lava me ab iniquitate mea - V. Tibi soli peccavi (Chœur)Michel Richard Delalande, Arlette Steyer, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Miserere, S. 87: VI. Ecce enim in iniquitatibus - VII. Ecce enim veritatem (Chœur)Michel Richard Delalande, Véronique Gens, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Miserere, S. 87: VIII & IX. Asperges me hyssopo - X. Averte faciem (Chœur)Michel Richard Delalande, Sandrine Piau, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Miserere, S. 87: XI. Cor mundum crea in me Deus - XII. Ne projiciias a me (Chœur)Michel Richard Delalande, Arlette Steyer, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Miserere, S. 87: XIII. Redde mihi - XIV. Docebo iniquos vias tuas (Chœur)Michel Richard Delalande, Sandrine Piau, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Miserere, S. 87: XV & XVI. Libera me - XVII. Quoniam si voluisses sacrificium (Chœur)Michel Richard Delalande, Véronique Gens, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Miserere, S. 87: XVIII. Sacrificium Deo - XIX. Benigne fac Domine (Chœur)Michel Richard Delalande, Arlette Steyer, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Miserere, S. 87: XX. Tunc acceptabis sacrificiumMichel Richard Delalande, Sandrine Piau, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Assumpta est MariaLouis Lemaire, Véronique Gens, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Vanum est vobis ante lucem: I. Vanum est vobisMichel Richard Delalande, Véronique Gens, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Vanum est vobis ante lucem: II. Vovete et redditeMichel Richard Delalande, Véronique Gens, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Miserator et misericorsMichel Richard Delalande, Noemi Rime, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Cantique Quatrième "sur le bonheur des justes & sur le malheur des resprouvez": I. Heureux, qui de la sagesseMichel Richard Delalande, Véronique Gens, Noemi Rime, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Cantique Quatrième "sur le bonheur des justes & sur le malheur des resprouvez": II. De quelle douleur profondeMichel Richard Delalande, Véronique Gens, Noemi Rime, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Cantique Quatrième "sur le bonheur des justes & sur le malheur des resprouvez": III. Infortunés que nous sommesMichel Richard Delalande, Véronique Gens, Noemi Rime, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Cantique Quatrième "sur le bonheur des justes & sur le malheur des resprouvez": IV. Pour trouver un bien fragileMichel Richard Delalande, Véronique Gens, Noemi Rime, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Cantique Quatrième "sur le bonheur des justes & sur le malheur des resprouvez": V. De nos attentats injustesMichel Richard Delalande, Véronique Gens, Noemi Rime, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Cantique Quatrième "sur le bonheur des justes & sur le malheur des resprouvez": VI. Aussi d'une voix plaintiveMichel Richard Delalande, Véronique Gens, Noemi Rime, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
Regina coeli laetare, S. 53Jean-Baptiste Morin, Véronique Gens, Noemi Rime, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie
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