Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of medieval music with "Voci Dal Medioevo: Christmas In The Ambrosian Liturgy," a captivating album by the Stirps Jesse Ensemble. Released on July 15, 2022, under the Amadeus Best label, this collection offers a unique blend of medieval, Swedish ballads, and chamber music, spanning a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes.
The album is a meticulous exploration of the Ambrosian liturgy, a traditional form of Christian worship that dates back to the 4th century. The Stirps Jesse Ensemble, known for their dedication to historical performance practices, brings to life the sacred chants and hymns that were integral to the liturgical celebrations of Christmas in the Ambrosian rite. Each track is a testament to the ensemble's commitment to authenticity and musical excellence.
From the opening hymn "Aeterne Rerum Conditor" to the concluding "Melodiae Secundae," the album takes listeners through a series of beautifully rendered chants and hymns. Highlights include the festive "In Nativitate Domini" section, which features a variety of pieces performed during the Nativity of the Lord, and the reflective "In Octava Domini," which marks the eighth day of Christmas.
The ensemble's performance is complemented by the scholarly contributions of Giacomo Baroffio, whose expertise in medieval liturgy and musicology adds depth and context to the recordings. The album is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian liturgy and the enduring beauty of medieval music. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of early music or a curious newcomer, "Voci Dal Medioevo: Christmas In The Ambrosian Liturgy" promises an enriching and enlightening listening experience.
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Tracks
Ad Matutinum Per Totum Annum: Aeterne Rerum Conditor, HymnusAnonymous, Stirps Jesse Ensemble, Giacomo Baroffio
In Dominicis Diebus, Ad Tertiam: Iam Surgit Hora Tertia, HymnusAnonymous, Stirps Jesse Ensemble, Giacomo Baroffio
Dominica VI de Adventu, Missa de Sanctam Mariam: Videsne Elisabeth, IngressaAnonymous, Stirps Jesse Ensemble, Giacomo Baroffio
In Nativitate Domini, ad Matutinu: Congratulamini Mihi Omnes, Responsorium Cum InfantibusAnonymous, Stirps Jesse Ensemble, Giacomo Baroffio
In Nativitate Domini, in Laudibus: Intende Qui Regis Israel, HymnusAnonymous, Stirps Jesse Ensemble, Giacomo Baroffio
In Nativitate Domini, ad Veseperum: Paravi Lucernam Christo Meo, LucernariumAnonymous, Stirps Jesse Ensemble, Giacomo Baroffio
In Nativitate Domini, ad Missam: I. Lux Fulgebit, IngressaAnonymous, Stirps Jesse Ensemble, Giacomo Baroffio
In Nativitate Domini, ad Missam: II. Tecum Principium, PsalmellumAnonymous, Stirps Jesse Ensemble, Giacomo Baroffio
In Nativitate Domini, ad Missam: III. Hodie in Bethlehem, AlleluiaAnonymous, Stirps Jesse Ensemble, Giacomo Baroffio
In Nativitate Domini, ad Missam: IV. Gloria in Excelsis, Ante EvangeliumAnonymous, Stirps Jesse Ensemble, Giacomo Baroffio
In Nativitate Domini, ad Missam: V. Ecce Annuntio Vobis, Post EvangeliumAnonymous, Stirps Jesse Ensemble, Giacomo Baroffio
In Nativitate Domini, ad Missam: VI. Ecce Apertum Est, OfferendaAnonymous, Stirps Jesse Ensemble, Giacomo Baroffio
In Nativitate Domini, ad Missam: VII. Magnum et Salutare Mysterium, ConfractoriumAnonymous, Stirps Jesse Ensemble, Giacomo Baroffio
In Nativitate Domini, ad Missam: VIII. Gaude et Laetere, TransitoriumAnonymous, Stirps Jesse Ensemble, Giacomo Baroffio
In Octava Domini, ad Missam: Ubi Sunt Nunc Dii, OfferendaAnonymous, Stirps Jesse Ensemble, Giacomo Baroffio
Dominica III Post Epiphaniam, ad Missam: Laetamini Iusti, TansitoriumAnonymous, Stirps Jesse Ensemble, Giacomo Baroffio
In Dominis Diebus, ad Vesperam et Ferialibus: Deus Creator Omnium, HymnusAnonymous, Stirps Jesse Ensemble, Giacomo Baroffio
Appendice: I. Melodiae Primae De PraeveniamusAnonymous, Stirps Jesse Ensemble, Giacomo Baroffio
Appendice: II. Melodiae SecundaeAnonymous, Stirps Jesse Ensemble, Giacomo Baroffio
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