Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of medieval music with Guillaume de Machaut's "Machaut: The Single Rose." Released on August 30, 2019, under the Hyperion label, this captivating album offers a mesmerizing journey through the intricate and beautiful compositions of one of the most celebrated figures of the 14th century. Spanning a concise yet impactful 56 minutes, the album is a testament to Machaut's mastery of various medieval forms, including ballades, virelais, rondeaux, and motets.
The tracklist is a treasure trove of Machaut's finest works, showcasing his unparalleled ability to blend poetic lyricism with musical innovation. From the hauntingly beautiful "De toutes flours" to the poignant "Se ma dame m'a guerpi" and the intricate "Bone Pastor Guillerme," each piece is a masterclass in medieval composition. The album also features the enchanting "Merci vous pri" and the reflective "Je sui aussi com cils," among many other gems.
Guillaume de Machaut, a poet and composer of extraordinary talent, is renowned for his contributions to the development of polyphony and his ability to convey deep emotional and philosophical themes through his music. "Machaut: The Single Rose" is a stunning showcase of his artistry, offering a glimpse into the rich musical heritage of the medieval period.
Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of medieval music or a newcomer eager to explore the wonders of this era, this album is a must-listen. The combination of Gregorian chant influences, classical elegance, and Machaut's unique voice creates an atmosphere that is both timeless and deeply moving. Allow yourself to be transported to a bygone era and experience the magic of Guillaume de Machaut's "Machaut: The Single Rose."
Tracks
De toutes flours, Ballade 31: I. De toutes flours n’avoit et de tous fruisGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
De toutes flours, Ballade 31: II. Mais vraiement ymaginer ne puisGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
De toutes flours, Ballade 31: III. Hé! Fortune, qui es gouffres et puisGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Se ma dame m'a guerpi, Virelai 6: I. Se ma dame m’a guerpiGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Se ma dame m'a guerpi, Virelai 6: II. Je l’ay servie longuementGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Se ma dame m'a guerpi, Virelai 6: III. Einsi sans nul aligementGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Bone Pastor Guillerme / Bone Pastor, qui pastores / Bone Pastor, Motet 18Guillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Merci vous pri, Rondeau 3: I. Merci vous pri, ma douce dame chiereGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Merci vous pri, Rondeau 3: II. Pour ce que l’ay moult comparee chiereGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Merci vous pri, Rondeau 3: III. Et s’Amours vuet que l’aie a lie chiereGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Merci vous pri, Rondeau 3: IV. Merci vous pri, ma douce dame chiereGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Se d'amer me repentoie, Virelai 20: I. Se d’amer me repentoieGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Se d'amer me repentoie, Virelai 20: II. Il m’a longuement serviGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Se d'amer me repentoie, Virelai 20: III. Chascuns dit que c’est celiGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Je sui aussi com cils, Ballade 20: I. Je sui aussi com cils qui est ravisGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Je sui aussi com cils, Ballade 20: II. Quant je la voy, mes cuers est si esprisGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Je sui aussi com cils, Ballade 20: III. Einsi lonteins et pres langui toudisGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Se je souspir parfondement, Virelai 30: I. Se je souspir parfondementGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Se je souspir parfondement, Virelai 30: II. Si que je port plus grief anoyGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Certes, mon oueil richement visa bel, Rondeau 15: I. Certes, mon oueil richement visa belGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Certes, mon oueil richement visa bel, Rondeau 15: II. Pour ce que gent maintieng et vis a belGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Certes, mon oueil richement visa bel, Rondeau 15: III. Ne fu tel fleur des que fu vis AbelGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Certes, mon oueil richement visa bel, Rondeau 15: IV. Certes, mon oueil richement visa belGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Quant je sui mis au retour, Virelai 13Guillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
De tout sui si confortee, Virelai 32: I. De tout sui si conforteeGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
De tout sui si confortee, Virelai 32: II. Si que gaie me tenraiGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
De tout sui si confortee, Virelai 32: III. Einsi riens ne soufferrayGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Qui es promesses de Fortune / Ha! Fortune, trop sui mis loing / Et non est qui adjuvat, Motet 8Guillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Loyauté vueil tous jours, Virelai 2: I. Loyauté vueil tous jours maintenirGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Loyauté vueil tous jours, Virelai 2: II. Mais Amour fait mon cuer languirGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Loyauté vueil tous jours, Virelai 2: III. Las! si ne say que devenirGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
De triste cuer / Quant vrais amans / Certes, je di, Ballade 29: I. De triste cuer / Quant vrais amans / Certes, je diGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
De triste cuer / Quant vrais amans / Certes, je di, Ballade 29: II. S’en suis repris / Qu’Ardans Desirs / Mais il doit miexGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
De triste cuer / Quant vrais amans / Certes, je di, Ballade 29: III. Et pour c’a tous / Qu’il ymagine / Mais cils qui a mercyGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Fons totius Superbie / O Livoris feritas / Fera pessima, Motet 9Guillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
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