Sacred Songs of France 1198-1609

By (artist) Gloriae Dei Cantores

$18.99

ISBN: 9781612612980
Trim size: 0 x 0 inches
Weight: 3 ounces.
Publication Date: 11 Dec 2012
Product ID: CD56
Format: CD-Audio

A French choral pilgrimage taking listeners from the earliest days of organum in the Middle Ages, through to the delights of seventeenth century polyphony. Sample the musical genius and spiritual art of celebrated composers such as Josquin des Prez, and their lesser known compatriots, like Dulot, Goudimel, and Mouton. Scholars will appreciate this disc for the generous survey it provides; choral fans will love the grace, beauty, and clarity of this early music. "Truly golden sound and beautifully nuanced singing." — American Record Guide

PREMIERE AND ONLY WORKS:

Haec dies, Leonin
Crux triumphans, Compere
Sancta Trinitas, Fevin
Gabriel Angelus, Genet
Unde veniat, Passereau
O vos omnes, Jachet of Mantua
Maria Magdalene, Dulot
Caecilia virgo, Manchicourt
Jesus nait tendre, Arbeau
Gloria in excelsis, Goudimel
Noel: Sors de ton lit, Caurroy

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"As an overview of French Renaissance vocal music, this program is assembled well and beautifully sung. This disc offers a good many unusual selections representing the period."
—Fanfare

"A French choral pilgrimage. Scholars will appreciate this disc for the generous survey it provides; choral fans will love the grace, beauty, and clarity of this early music. Truly golden sound and beautifully nuanced singing." — American Record Guide

"...as an overview of French Renaissance vocal music, this program is assembled well and beautifully sung. This disc offers a good many unusual selections representing the period."

~ J.F. Weber

Author Bio

Gloriæ Dei Cantores (Singers to the Glory of God) holds a passionate dedication to illuminate truth and beauty through choral artistry, celebrating a rich tradition of sacred choral music from Gregorian chant through the twenty-first century. Currently under the direction of Richard K. Pugsley, Gloriæ Dei Cantores has received critical acclaim for its artistic elegance, performance authenticity, and compelling spirituality. Sharing its vision of inspiration and hope, the choir has toured extensively, touching the hearts of audiences in twenty-four countries in Europe, Asia, and N. America. Its discography of over fifty recordings is distributed internationally through Paraclete Recordings, a division of Paraclete Press, Inc., and NAXOS, Inc. The choir makes its home in Orleans, MA. www.gdcchoir.org