Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of sacred music with Josquin Desprez's "Motets," a profound collection of choral works that showcase the composer's mastery of the Renaissance period. Released on January 1, 2000, by Archiv Produktion, this album is a testament to the enduring power of medieval and classical choral compositions.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 10 minutes, the album features a diverse array of motets, each offering a unique blend of vocal harmony and spiritual depth. From the serene "Inviolata, integra, et casta es Maria" to the poignant "De profundis clamavi," Josquin Desprez's compositions are performed with exquisite precision and emotional resonance.
The album also includes the moving "La déploration de Johannes Ockeghem," a tribute to the renowned composer, and the intricate "Vultum tuum deprecabuntur," presented in multiple sections that highlight the rich textures of the choral arrangements. The inclusion of Gregorian chant elements adds a layer of historical authenticity, making this album a captivating journey through the sacred music of the past.
Josquin Desprez's "Motets" is not just an album; it's an exploration of the human spirit and the divine, captured through the timeless art of choral music. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Inviolata, integra, et casta es Maria à 5Josquin des Prez, Robert Macdonald, Don Greig, Robert Harre-Jones, Charles Daniels, Angus Smith
Ut Phoebi radiis à 4Josquin des Prez, Robert Harre-Jones, Don Greig, Charles Daniels, Angus Smith
De profundis clamavi à 5Josquin des Prez, Robert Harre-Jones, Charles Daniels, Angus Smith, Don Greig, Robert Macdonald
Christe Fili Dei - J'ay pris amours à4Josquin des Prez, Robert Harre-Jones, Charles Daniels, Angus Smith, Don Greig
O Virgo virginum à 6Josquin des Prez, Robert Harre-Jones, Charles Daniels, Angus Smith, Andrew Carwood, Don Greig, Robert Macdonald
Vultum tuum deprecabuntur à 4: Vultum tuum deprecabunturJosquin des Prez, Robert Harre-Jones, Charles Daniels, Angus Smith, Don Greig
Vultum tuum deprecabuntur à 4: Ave Maria, gratia plenaJosquin des Prez, Robert Harre-Jones, Charles Daniels, Angus Smith, Don Greig
Vultum tuum deprecabuntur à 4: Sancta Dei genitrixJosquin des Prez, Robert Harre-Jones, Charles Daniels, Angus Smith, Don Greig
Vultum tuum deprecabuntur à 4: O intemerata VirgoJosquin des Prez, Robert Harre-Jones, Charles Daniels, Angus Smith, Don Greig
Vultum tuum deprecabuntur à 4: O Maria, nullam tam gravemJosquin des Prez, Robert Harre-Jones, Charles Daniels, Angus Smith, Don Greig
Vultum tuum deprecabuntur à 4: Mente tota tibi supplicamusJosquin des Prez, Robert Harre-Jones, Charles Daniels, Angus Smith, Don Greig
Vultum tuum deprecabuntur à 4: Ora pro nobisJosquin des Prez, Robert Harre-Jones, Charles Daniels, Angus Smith, Don Greig
La déploration de Johannes Ockeghem: Nymphes des bois à 5Josquin des Prez, Robert Harre-Jones, Charles Daniels, Angus Smith, Don Greig, Robert Macdonald
O bone et dulcis Domine Jesus - Pater noster - Ave Maria à 4Josquin des Prez, Robert Harre-Jones, Charles Daniels, Angus Smith, Don Greig
Huc me sydereo / Plangent cum à 5Josquin des Prez, Robert Harre-Jones, Charles Daniels, Angus Smith, Don Greig, Robert Macdonald
O Virgo prudentissima / Beata Mater à 6Josquin des Prez, Andrew Carwood, Robert Harre-Jones, Charles Daniels, Angus Smith, Don Greig, Robert Macdonald