Dive into the enchanting world of medieval music with Joel Cohen's captivating rendition of "Carmina Burana." Released on November 25, 1996, under Warner Classics International, this album is a meticulously crafted collection of 21 songs that span a total of 1 hour and 12 minutes. Cohen, at the helm of the renowned Boston Camerata, brings to life the timeless texts from the 13th-century manuscript, offering a rich and immersive experience of the medieval era.
The album features a diverse array of pieces, each with its own unique charm and historical significance. From the hauntingly beautiful "O Fortuna" to the lively "Tempus est jocundum," Cohen's interpretation is both authentic and engaging. The tracks are carefully selected and performed with a deep respect for the original manuscripts, providing an authentic taste of medieval music.
Joel Cohen's expertise in early music shines through in every note, making this album a treasure for both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers to the genre. The Boston Camerata, known for their commitment to historical accuracy and musical excellence, delivers a performance that is both scholarly and deeply moving. Whether you're a fan of medieval music or simply curious about this fascinating period, "Carmina Burana" by Joel Cohen and the Boston Camerata is an album that promises to captivate and inspire.
Carmina burana: No. 19, Fas et nefas ambulant (After Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana MS Pl. 29.1)Gauthier de Châtillon, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata, Harvard University Choir
Carmina burana: No. 14, O varium fortune lubricum (After Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana MS Pl. 29.1)Anonymous, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata, Harvard University Choir
Carmina burana: No. 17, O fortuna, velut lunaAnonymous, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata, Harvard University Choir
Carmina burana: No. 27, Bonum est confidere (After Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana MS Pl. 29.1)Philippe Le Chancelier, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata
Carmina burana: No. 14a, Curritur ad vocem (After "Crucifigat omnes")Anonymous, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata
Carmina burana: No. 30, Dum juventus floruitAnonymous, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata
Carmina burana: No. 215, Officium lusorum. Introitus Sequentia (After "Victimae pascali laudes")Anonymous, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata, Harvard University Choir
Carmina burana: No. 211, Alte clamat EpicurusAnonymous, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata
Carmina burana: No. 130, Olim lacus colueram (After "Dies irae")Anonymous, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata, Harvard University Choir
Carmina burana: No. 131, Dic, Christi veritas (After Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana MS Pl. 29.1)Anonymous, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata
Carmina burana: No. 131a, Bulla fulminante (After Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana MS Pl. 29.1)Philippe Le Chancelier, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata, Harvard University Choir
Carmina burana: No. 200, Bacche, bene venies (After British Library MS Egerton 2615 "Manuscrit de Beauvais")Anonymous, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata, Harvard University Choir
Carmina burana: No. 118, Doleo quod nimiumThibaut de Champagne, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata, Harvard University Choir
Carmina burana: No. 59, Ecce chorus virginumConon de Béthune, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata, Harvard University Choir
Carmina burana: No. 90, Exiit diluculoAnonymous, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata
Carmina burana: No. 116, Sic mea fataAnonymous, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata
Carmina burana: No. 180, O mi dilectissimaAnonymous, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata, Harvard University Choir
Carmina burana: No. 174, Veni, veni, venias... Chume, chume, geselle mînAnonymous, Margriet Tindemans, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata, Harvard University Choir
Carmina burana: No. 185, Ich was ein chintRené Clemencic, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata, Harvard University Choir
Carmina burana: No. 179, Tempus est jocundumAnonymous, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata, Harvard University Choir
Carmina burana: No. 142, Tempus adest floridum - No. 77, Ave, formosissimaAnonymous, Joel Cohen, Boston Camerata, Harvard University Choir
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