Immerse yourself in the rich musical tapestry of Venice before Monteverdi with Michel Corboz's latest release, "I dolci frutti: Venise avant Monteverdi, vol. 2". This captivating collection, released on February 24, 2023, under Warner Classics, is a testament to Corboz's mastery and his ability to bring to life the intricate compositions of the late Renaissance and early Baroque periods.
Spanning just over 42 minutes, this album is a journey through the works of composers such as Gabrieli, Parabosco, Dentice, and others, offering a diverse range of choral and instrumental pieces. From the lively "Canzon XXVII" by Gabrieli to the hauntingly beautiful "Niuna sconsolata" by Parabosco, each track is a showcase of the technical prowess and artistic sensitivity of both the composers and Corboz himself.
Michel Corboz, a renowned conductor and choral director, brings his extensive experience and deep understanding of early music to this recording. His interpretation of these pieces is both scholarly and deeply expressive, offering insights into the musical language and cultural context of the time.
This volume is a sequel to Corboz's previous exploration of Venetian music, "I dolci frutti: Venise avant Monteverdi, vol. 1", and it continues to delve into the rich musical heritage of Venice. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises a rewarding listening experience.
Gabrieli, G: Canzon XXVII, C. 190 "Fa sol la re"Giovanni Gabrieli, Michel Corboz, Ensemble Instrumental de Lausanne
Parabosco: Madrigali a cinque voci: No. 18, Niuna sconsolataGirolamo Parabosco, Michel Corboz, Ensemble Instrumental de Lausanne, Wally Staempfli
Gabrieli, G: Canzon II a quattro, C. 187 (Transcr. for Organ)Giovanni Gabrieli, André Luy
Dentice: Poi ch’il mio largo piantoFabrizio Dentice, Michel Corboz, Ensemble Vocal de Lausanne
Donato: Trionfo de musica: No. 6, Tratto fuora del Mar (Instrumental Version)Baldassare Donato, Michel Corboz, Ensemble Instrumental de Lausanne
Gabrieli, A: Concerti, Libro II: No. 73, Echo Vinegia bellaAndrea Gabrieli, Michel Corboz, Ensemble Vocal de Lausanne
Merulo: Canzon a quattro "Torna Crequillon"Claudio Merulo, Michel Corboz, Ensemble Instrumental de Lausanne
Gabrieli, A: Concerti, Libro II: No. 66, Battaglia. "Sento, sent'un rumor"Andrea Gabrieli, Michel Corboz, Ensemble Vocal de Lausanne
Guami: Gravi pene in amor si provan molte (Instrumental Version)Gioseffo Guami, Michel Corboz, Ensemble Instrumental de Lausanne
Padovano: Amor è gratiosa e dolce vogliaAnnibale Padovano, Michel Corboz, Ensemble Vocal de Lausanne
Guami: Canzon XVII per sonarGioseffo Guami, Michel Corboz, Ensemble Instrumental de Lausanne
Bellavere: Non rumor di tamburiVincenzo Bellavere, Michel Corboz, Ensemble Vocal de Lausanne
Zarlino: Si ch'ove prim'i puri incense (Instrumental Version)Gioseffo Zarlino, Michel Corboz
Gabrieli, A: Concerti, Libro II: No. 58, Alle guancie di rose, dialogo a ottoAndrea Gabrieli, Michel Corboz, Christiane Jaccottet, Ensemble Vocal de Lausanne
Gabrieli, G: Canzone IV a quattro, C. 189 (Transcr. for Organ)Giovanni Gabrieli, André Luy