Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Renaissance dance music with the Ricercar Consort's exquisite rendition of Michael Praetorius' "Terpsichore Musarum." Released in 1994 under the Ricercar label, this album is a treasure trove of chamber and choral music that spans a little over an hour and twelve minutes. The Ricercar Consort, known for their meticulous attention to historical detail and expressive performances, brings to life a collection of dances that were immensely popular in the late 16th and early 17th centuries.
The album features a diverse array of dance forms, including gavottes, branles, courantes, pavanes, and more, each performed with a level of authenticity and vitality that transports the listener back to the courts and ballrooms of Renaissance Europe. Praetorius, a German composer and organist, was renowned for his ability to capture the spirit of dance in his music, and the Ricercar Consort does justice to his compositions with their nuanced interpretations.
From the lively "Bransles gay" to the stately "Pavane de Spaigne," every track on "Terpsichore Musarum" is a testament to the Ricercar Consort's skill and dedication. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of early music or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, this album offers a captivating journey through a vibrant and often overlooked chapter of musical history.
Tracks
Les gavottes 1 à 6 - La gilotte à 5Francisque Caroubel, La Bande des violons du Ricercar Consort, François Fernandez
Passameze à 6Francisque Caroubel, La Bande des violons du Ricercar Consort, François Fernandez
Gaillarde à 5 (I)Francisque Caroubel, La Bande des violons du Ricercar Consort, François Fernandez
Bransles gay 1 & 2 à 5Michael Praetorius, La Bande des violons du Ricercar Consort, François Fernandez
Ballet à 4 (I)Anonymous, La Fenice, Jean Tubéry
Courante à 5 (I)Anonymous, La Fenice, Jean Tubéry
Philou à 4Michael Praetorius, La Fenice, Jean Tubéry
Courante à 4Anonymous, La Fenice, Jean Tubéry
Ballet à 4 (II)Anonymous, La Fenice, Jean Tubéry
Bransles de la torche à 5Michael Praetorius, La Fenice, Jean Tubéry
Bransles gay 1 & 3 à 5Francisque Caroubel, La Fenice, Jean Tubéry
Volte à 5Michael Praetorius, La Fenice, Jean Tubéry
Ballet de Maistre Guillaume à 5Michael Praetorius, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Ballet des Anglois à 4Anonymous, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Gaillarde à 4Michael Praetorius, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Courante à 4Michael Praetorius, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Les Passepiedz de Bretaigne à 5Francisque Caroubel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Passameze à 5Francisque Caroubel, La Bande des violons du Ricercar Consort, François Fernandez
Gaillarde à 5 (II)Francisque Caroubel, La Bande des violons du Ricercar Consort, François Fernandez
Bransles simples 1 & 2 à 5Francisque Caroubel, La Bande des violons du Ricercar Consort, François Fernandez
Bransle de Montirande à 5Francisque Caroubel, La Bande des violons du Ricercar Consort, François Fernandez
Bransles doubles de Poitou à 5Francisque Caroubel, La Bande des violons du Ricercar Consort, François Fernandez
Bransles doubles 2 & 3 à 5Francisque Caroubel, La Fenice, Jean Tubéry
Bransle gentil à 4Michael Praetorius, La Fenice, Jean Tubéry
Passameze pour les cornetz à 6Francisque Caroubel, La Fenice, Jean Tubéry
La rosette à 4Anonymous, La Fenice, Jean Tubéry
Courante à 5 (II)Anonymous, La Fenice, Jean Tubéry
Pavane de Spaigne à 4Michael Praetorius, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Spagnoletta à 4Michael Praetorius, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
La canarie à 4Michael Praetorius, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
La bourée à 5Michael Praetorius, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Ballet des coqs à 5Michael Praetorius, La Bande des violons du Ricercar Consort, François Fernandez
Voltes à 5Francisque Caroubel, La Bande des violons du Ricercar Consort, François Fernandez
Courantes à 5Anonymous, La Bande des violons du Ricercar Consort, François Fernandez
Ballet des sorciers à 4Michael Praetorius, La Bande des violons du Ricercar Consort, François Fernandez
Ballet du Roy à 4Michael Praetorius, La Bande des violons du Ricercar Consort, François Fernandez
Ballet de la Reine à 4Michael Praetorius, La Bande des Luths, Philippe Malfeyt
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