Immerse yourself in the grandeur of the French Baroque with Jean-Baptiste Lully's "Grands Motets," a stunning collection of sacred choral works composed for the royal chapel of King Louis XIV. Released in 2016, this album showcases the mastery of Lully, an Italian-born violinist who made France his home and became one of the most influential composers of his time.
"Grands Motets" features a selection of Lully's grand motets, which were typically performed during vespers or the King's daily Low Mass. These works are characterized by their solemnity, grandeur, and intricate polyphony, reflecting the opulence and splendor of the French court. The album spans 52 minutes and includes notable pieces such as "Jubilate Deo," "Miserere mei Deus," and "Quare fremuerunt gentes," each demonstrating Lully's exceptional skill in weaving together vocal and instrumental textures.
Performed by the Concert Spirituel Orchestra and Chorus under the direction of Hervé Niquet, this recording brings to life the rich, dramatic sound of the French Baroque. The ensemble's precise execution and expressive interpretation highlight the intricate details of Lully's compositions, offering a captivating journey through the sacred music of the 17th century. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of Baroque music or a newcomer to the genre, this album provides a compelling introduction to the works of Jean-Baptiste Lully and the musical legacy he left behind.
2016 Phaia Music2016 Phaia Music
Tracks
Jubilate Deo omnis terraJean-Baptiste Lully, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Howard Crook, Damien Guillon, Hervé Lamy, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Jubilate Deo: Reges terrae et omnes populiJean-Baptiste Lully, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Howard Crook, Damien Guillon, Hervé Lamy, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Jubilate Deo: Arcum conteritJean-Baptiste Lully, Damien Guillon, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Jubilate Deo omnis terra IIJean-Baptiste Lully, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Howard Crook, Damien Guillon, Hervé Lamy, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Jubilate Deo: Taliter non fecit omni nationiJean-Baptiste Lully, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Howard Crook, Damien Guillon, Hervé Lamy, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Jubilate, in conspectu regisJean-Baptiste Lully, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Howard Crook, Damien Guillon, Hervé Lamy, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Miserere mei DeusJean-Baptiste Lully, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Howard Crook, Damien Guillon, Hervé Lamy, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Miserere: Amplius lava meJean-Baptiste Lully, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Howard Crook, Damien Guillon, Hervé Lamy, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Miserere: Tibi soli piccaviJean-Baptiste Lully, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Howard Crook, Damien Guillon, Hervé Lamy, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Miserere: Ecce enim veritatem dilexistiJean-Baptiste Lully, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Howard Crook, Damien Guillon, Hervé Lamy, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Miserere: Asperges meJean-Baptiste Lully, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Sarah Szlakmann, Hervé Lamy, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Miserere: Averte faciem tuamJean-Baptiste Lully, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Howard Crook, Damien Guillon, Hervé Lamy, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Miserere: Ne projicias me a facie tuaJean-Baptiste Lully, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Sarah Szlakmann, Damien Guillon, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Miserere: Docebo iniquos vias tuasJean-Baptiste Lully, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Howard Crook, Hervé Lamy, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Miserere: Domine labia mea aperiesJean-Baptiste Lully, Sarah Szlakmann, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Howard Crook, Damien Guillon, Hervé Lamy, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Miserere: Sacrificium Deo spiritus contribulatusJean-Baptiste Lully, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Howard Crook, Damien Guillon, Hervé Lamy, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Miserere: Benigne fac, DomineJean-Baptiste Lully, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Howard Crook, Damien Guillon, Hervé Lamy, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Miserere: Tunc acceptabisJean-Baptiste Lully, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Howard Crook, Damien Guillon, Hervé Lamy, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Quare fremuerunt gentesJean-Baptiste Lully, Howard Crook, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Quare fremuerunt: Dirumpamus vincula eorumJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Quare fremuerunt: Qui habitat in caelisJean-Baptiste Lully, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Howard Crook, Damien Guillon, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Quare fremuerunt: Ego autem institutus sum rexJean-Baptiste Lully, Howard Crook, Damien Guillon, Hervé Lamy, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Quare fremuerunt: Postula a meJean-Baptiste Lully, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Quare fremuerunt: Et nunc reges intelligiteJean-Baptiste Lully, Sarah Szlakmann, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Howard Crook, Damien Guillon, Hervé Lamy, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Quare fremuerunt: Apprehendite disciplinamJean-Baptiste Lully, Howard Crook, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Quare fremuerunt: Beati omnes qui confidunt in eoJean-Baptiste Lully, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Howard Crook, Damien Guillon, Hervé Lamy, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
Domine salvum fac regemJean-Baptiste Lully, Amel Brahim-Djelloul, Howard Crook, Damien Guillon, Hervé Lamy, Arnaud Marzorati, Les Pages, Les Chantres, Musica Florea, Olivier Schneebeli
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