Immerse yourself in the sacred and visionary world of Hildegard von Bingen with the album "Hildegard Von Bingen: Ordo Virtutum." This captivating collection, released on June 11, 2021, under Seraphic Fire Media, offers a profound journey through medieval and classical music, rooted in the spiritual and poetic genius of Hildegard von Bingen. The album features the complete recording of her 12th-century masterpiece, "Ordo Virtutum," a morality play composed around 1151. This allegorical work is a poetic meditation on the fall of a soul, deploying an array of personified virtues and musical forces over the course of its eighty-seven chants.
The album spans a duration of 1 hour and 7 minutes, showcasing the intricate and soothing sounds of Gregorian chant and classical music. Hildegard von Bingen, a visionary, natural philosopher, and saint, crafted this work during the construction and relocation of her Abbey at Rupertsberg. The album includes tracks such as "Introit for the Dedication of a Church: Terribilis Est Locus Iste," "Ordo virtutum: Prologue," and "Ordo virtutum: Pt. 1, The Soul Invokes the Virtues," among others. Each track is a testament to Hildegard's revolutionary ideas and her unique ability to blend theology, music, and drama.
"Ordo Virtutum" is not just a musical experience but a historical and spiritual one, bringing to life a time when Hildegard von Bingen, a prophetess, envisioned a story of the devil's temptation to be brought to the stage. The album's stirring and inventive music, guided by the breath as a rhythmic element, creates a soothing and enchanting atmosphere. Whether you are a fan of medieval music, Gregorian chant, or classical compositions, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that highlights the enduring legacy of Hildegard von Bingen.
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