Book Of Madrigals
Label: Accentus Music Catalog: ACC20304 Format: DVD Lattke; Pohlers; Ozimek; Knauft; KrauseHille Perl (Viola da gamba); Lee Santana (Theorbo & Guitar); Michael Metzler (Percussion)Composed by: Dowland; Donato; Vecchi; de Rore; Gabrieli; del Encina; di Lasso; Gesualdo; de Alba; Schütz; Willaert; Gombert; Marenzio; des Prez Within the architecturally splendid Villa Godi, the all-male, five-member, leading international vocal ensemble amarcord recorded sublime16th century Renaissance madrigals by masters Dowland, di Lasso, Gesualdo, de Rore and des Préz, among others. The texts, annunciating fiery declarations of love, the deep pain of parting, erotic innuendo and bawdy humor, seem contemporary and relevant. Percussionist Michael Metzler, viola da gambist Hille Perl and Lee Santana on theorbo accompany the singers. Price: $35.98 |