Immerse yourself in the ethereal and transcendent world of medieval choral music with "Power / Dunstaple: Masses and Motets" by The Hilliard Ensemble. This captivating album, released on April 2, 2012, under Warner Classics, is a testament to the ensemble's unparalleled mastery of early music, offering a rich tapestry of sacred choral works that span from the 14th to the 16th centuries.
The Hilliard Ensemble, renowned for their precise and evocative performances, presents a meticulously curated selection of pieces that include motets, masses, and Marian antiphons. The album features compositions by the enigmatic Power, whose works are characterized by their intricate polyphony and profound spiritual depth, alongside pieces by the influential English composer John Dunstaple. The ensemble's impeccable blend of voices brings to life the haunting beauty of these ancient melodies, transporting you to a time when music was an integral part of religious devotion and communal worship.
With a duration of 1 hour and 46 minutes, this album is a journey through the sacred and the sublime. The Hilliard Ensemble's interpretation of these timeless works is both scholarly and deeply moving, offering a unique perspective on the evolution of medieval choral music. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of early music or a newcomer to the genre, "Power / Dunstaple: Masses and Motets" promises an enriching and unforgettable listening experience.
Tracks
Power: Messen und Motetten: Ave Regina, OH 43 - 3-stimmige MotetteLeonel Power, The Hilliard Ensemble
Power: Messen und Motetten: Gloria, OH 21 - 5-stimmigLeonel Power, The Hilliard Ensemble
Power: Messen und Motetten: Beata viscera - 3-stimmige MotetteLeonel Power, The Hilliard Ensemble
Power: Messen und Motetten: Credo, OH 77 - 2-5-stimmigLeonel Power, The Hilliard Ensemble
Power: Messen und Motetten: Sanctus, OH 118 - 4-stimmigLeonel Power, The Hilliard Ensemble
Power: Messen und Motetten: Agnus Dei, OH 141 - 4-stimmigLeonel Power, The Hilliard Ensemble
Power: Salve ReginaLeonel Power, The Hilliard Ensemble
Power: Messen und Motetten, Missa "alma Redemptoris Mater": - GloriaLeonel Power, The Hilliard Ensemble
Power: Messen und Motetten, Missa "alma Redemptoris Mater": - CredoLeonel Power, The Hilliard Ensemble
Power: Messen und Motetten, Missa "alma Redemptoris Mater": SanctusLeonel Power, The Hilliard Ensemble
Power: Messen und Motetten, Missa "alma Redemptoris Mater": - Agnus DeiLeonel Power, The Hilliard Ensemble
Power: Messen und Motetten: - Ibo michi ad montem - 3-stimmige MotetteLeonel Power, The Hilliard Ensemble
Power: Messen und Motetten: Quam pulchra es - 3-stimmige MotetteLeonel Power, The Hilliard Ensemble
Dunstable: Veni Sancte Spiritus/Veni creator spiritusJohn Dunstable, The Hilliard Ensemble, Paul Hillier
Alma redemptoris mater - 1987 Remastered VersionJohannes Ockeghem, The Hilliard Ensemble, Paul Hillier
Credo super 'Da gaudiorum premia' - 1987 Remastered VersionJohn Dunstable, The Hilliard Ensemble, Paul Hillier
Agnus Dei - 1987 Remastered VersionJohn Dunstable, The Hilliard Ensemble, Paul Hillier
Salve scema sanctitatis - 1987 Remastered VersionJohn Dunstable, The Hilliard Ensemble, Paul Hillier
Gaude virgo salutaris - 1987 Remastered VersionJohn Dunstable, The Hilliard Ensemble, Paul Hillier
Quam pulchra es - 1987 Remastered VersionJohn Dunstable, The Hilliard Ensemble, Paul Hillier
Salve regina misericordiae - 1987 Remastered VersionJohn Dunstable, The Hilliard Ensemble, Paul Hillier
Preco preheminenciae - 1987 Remastered VersionJohn Dunstable, The Hilliard Ensemble, Paul Hillier
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