Embark on a musical journey through time with Catherine Bott's enchanting album, "The Pilgrimage to Santiago." Released in 1991 under Decca Music Group Ltd., this captivating collection of medieval music spans a generous duration of 2 hours and 5 minutes, offering a rich and immersive experience for any enthusiast of opera and medieval music.
Catherine Bott, a renowned figure in the world of early music, curates a selection of pieces that draw from the Cantigas de Santa Maria and the Codex Calixtinus, two significant medieval manuscripts. The album features a blend of polyphony, plainchant, and instrumental compositions, showcasing the intricate and beautiful musical traditions of the 12th and 13th centuries.
From the hauntingly beautiful "Cantigas de Santa Maria" to the complex polyphonic works from the Codex Calixtinus, each track is a testament to the skill and artistry of medieval composers. Highlights include the ethereal "Quen a Virgen ben servira," the dramatic "Belial Vocatur," and the lively "Annua Gaudia," each offering a unique glimpse into the musical landscape of medieval Iberia.
Catherine Bott's exquisite vocals and the meticulous attention to historical performance practices make this album a standout in the realm of medieval music. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado or a curious newcomer, "The Pilgrimage to Santiago" promises a deeply rewarding listening experience, transporting you to a bygone era of musical splendor.
Tracks
Cantigas de Santa Maria: Quen a Virgen ben serviraAlfonso X El Sabio, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Burgos Codex de Las Huelgas 12/13th Century Iberian Manuscript: Belial VocaturAnonymous, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Burgos Codex de Las Huelgas 12/13th Century Iberian Manuscript: Surrexit de tumuloAnonymous, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Cantigas de Santa Maria: Non e gran causaAlfonso X El Sabio, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Burgos Codex de Las Huelgas 12/13th Century Iberian Manuscript: Ex illustriAnonymous, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Burgos Codex de Las Huelgas 12/13th Century Iberian Manuscript: Alpha bovi - DominoAnonymous, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Burgos Codex de Las Huelgas 12/13th Century Iberian Manuscript: 4 PlanctusAnonymous, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Burgos Codex de Las Huelgas 12/13th Century Iberian Manuscript: Verbum bonum et suaviAnonymous, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Burgos Codex de Las Huelgas 12/13th Century Iberian Manuscript: Agnus Dei - Regula morisAnonymous, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Burgos Codex de Las Huelgas 12/13th Century Iberian Manuscript: Fa, fa mi fa - Ut re mi utAnonymous, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Codex Calixtinus (Jacobus) Polyphony, plainchant and instrumental collection. (12/13th c): Dum pater familias - Version 1Anonymous, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Cantigas de Santa Maria: De grad'a Santa MariaAlfonso X El Sabio, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Codex Calixtinus (Jacobus) Polyphony, plainchant and instrumental collection. (12/13th c): Annua GaudiaAnonymous, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Cantigas de Santa Maria: Ben com'aosAlfonso X El Sabio, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Codex Calixtinus (Jacobus) Polyphony, plainchant and instrumental collection. (12/13th c): Regi perennisAnonymous, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Cantigas de Santa Maria: Non sofre Santa Maria - Por dereito ten a VirgenAlfonso X El Sabio, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Codex Calixtinus (Jacobus) Polyphony, plainchant and instrumental collection. (12/13th c): Nostra phalanxAnonymous, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Cantigas de Santa Maria: A madre de DeusAlfonso X El Sabio, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Codex Calixtinus (Jacobus) Polyphony, plainchant and instrumental collection. (12/13th c): Congaudeant catholiciAnonymous, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
7 Cantigas d'amigoMartin Codax, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Codex Calixtinus (Jacobus) Polyphony, plainchant and instrumental collection. (12/13th c): Dum pater familias - Version 2Anonymous, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
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