Immerse yourself in the intricate and captivating world of Renaissance polyphony with Nicolas Gombert's "Gombert: Masses & Motets." Released on May 7, 2021, under the Fra Bernardo label, this album is a testament to Gombert's mastery of choral composition. Spanning an impressive three hours and forty-three minutes, this collection offers a comprehensive journey through Gombert's sacred works, showcasing his exceptional ability to weave complex, contrapuntal textures with profound emotional depth.
The album features two complete masses, "Missa Quam pulchra es" and "Missa Sur tous regretz," each demonstrating Gombert's unique approach to setting the liturgical text. The masses are interspersed with a selection of motets, which explore a range of themes from Marian devotion to penitence and redemption. Notable pieces include the serene "Ave Maria," the hauntingly beautiful "Salve regina," and the dramatic "Tribulatio cordis mei."
Gombert's music is characterized by its rich harmonies, intricate polyphony, and expressive melodies. This album provides a rare opportunity to experience the full breadth of his sacred output, performed with precision and passion by a choir dedicated to the interpretation of Renaissance polyphony. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of early music or a newcomer to the genre, "Gombert: Masses & Motets" promises a rewarding and enriching listening experience.
Tracks
Missa "Quam pulchra es": I. KyrieNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Missa "Quam pulchra es": II. GloriaNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Missa "Quam pulchra es": III. CredoNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Missa "Quam pulchra es": IV. SanctusNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Missa "Quam pulchra es": V. Agnus DeiNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Ave MariaNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Salve regina (Diversi diversa orant)Nicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Sancta Maria Mater DeiNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Da pacemNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Inviolata, integra et casta es MariaNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Missa "Sur tous regretz": I. KyrieNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Missa "Sur tous regretz": II. GloriaNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Missa "Sur tous regretz": III. CredoNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Missa "Sur tous regretz": IV. SanctusNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Missa "Sur tous regretz": V. Agnus DeiNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Si ignoras teNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Homo erat in JerusalemNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Sancta Maria succurre miserisNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Ave salus mundiNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Emendemus in meliusNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Ne reminiscaris DomineNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Salvator mundiNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Hortus conclususNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Super flumina BabylonisNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Ergo ne vitaeNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
O adorandum sacramentumNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
O crux splendidiorNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Oculi omnium in te sperantiumNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Si bona suscepimusNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Tribulatio cordis meiNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Sancta et immaculata virginitasNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Peccata mea sicut sagittaeNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Stabat autem PetrusNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
Ave Mater Matris DeiNicolas Gombert, The Sound and the Fury
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