Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of sacred choral music with "Palestrina Volume 6," a captivating collection of works by the renowned Renaissance composer Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina. Released on June 1, 2015, under the CORO label, this album spans a rich tapestry of genres, including choral, Gregorian chant, classical, and medieval music, offering a profound exploration of spiritual and musical depth.
The album features a diverse array of compositions, from the hauntingly beautiful "Super flumina Babylonis" to the intricate polyphony of the "Missa L’Homme Armé." Palestrina's mastery of counterpoint and harmonic richness is evident throughout, as he weaves together voices in a way that transcends time. The "Song of Songs" selections, including "Surge, amica mea, speciosa mea" and "Dilectus meus mihi," showcase his ability to convey deep emotion and devotion through music.
With a duration of 1 hour and 11 minutes, "Palestrina Volume 6" is a journey through the sacred and the sublime. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of early music or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a profound and enriching listening experience. Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina's works continue to resonate with listeners, offering a glimpse into the spiritual and artistic achievements of the Renaissance era.
Tracks
Motettorum - Liber Quintus: VI. Parce mihi, DomineGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Motettorum - Liber Secundus: No. 16 Peccantem me quotidieGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Offertoria: No. 49 Si ambulavero in medio tribulationisGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Tribulationes civitatum audivimusGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Super flumina BabylonisGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Song of Songs: No. 16 Surge, amica mea, speciosa meaGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Song of Songs: No. 17. Dilectus meus mihiGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Song of Songs: No. 18 Surgam et circuibo civitatemGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
De profundis clamaviGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Missa L’Homme Armé: I. KyrieGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Missa L’Homme Armé: II. GloriaGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Missa L’Homme Armé: III. CredoGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Missa L’Homme Armé: IV. SanctusGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Missa L’Homme Armé: V. BenedictusGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Missa L’Homme Armé: VI. Agnus Dei I & IIGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Tribularer si nesciremGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
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