Vincent Dumestre - Nisi Dominus-vivaldi, Razzi, Etc - Import CD

Credits:

Vincent Dumestre

Description:

The World of Italian Music Spanning Three Centuries, as Presented by the New Le Poème Harmonique Since the founding of Alpha—one of France’s most unique labels—Le Poème Harmonique has consistently released remarkable recordings of exceptional quality, regardless of the composers’ fame, and has gained increasing global recognition year after year alongside the label itself. While the ensemble’s lineup has changed significantly since its inception—when it was organized to perform music from before the 17th century—it has expanded its repertoire considerably, often performing as a company that incorporates Baroque-style orchestras and opera soloists depending on the program. However, Music Director Vincent Dumestrel’s artistic vision has remained unwavering; just as in the early days, he continues to pursue new approaches to early music while keeping in mind the interplay between folk traditions passed down orally and court music. A new recording has been released that showcases the ensemble at the forefront of this approach, pursuing the “authentic” sound of Italian music from the late Renaissance through the Baroque period. Artistic director Dumestre alternates between the traditional southern Italian instrument, the corazzione, and the Baroque guitar as needed, and together with a vocal ensemble whose flexible singing at times evokes folk music, he delves into the raw truth of Italian church music. In the works by Vivaldi and Locatelli, while the exquisite sound of the string ensemble is certainly noteworthy, the highlight is the pure voice of Eva Zaisik, whose performances at opera houses across Europe have been nothing short of spectacular. Among the 16 string players credited are not only renowned French virtuosos but also notable Japanese musicians such as violinists Yoko Kawakubo and Tatsuya Hatano—both of whom have long been active in Paris—and cellist Keiko Gomi. With Alpha’s signature natural recording style—which exquisitely captures even the atmosphere of the performance, imbued with quiet tension and serenity—this album serves as a reminder of the enduring appeal of early music. Naxos Japan

Tracklisting:

1.O Vergin Santa (Laude)
2.Giesu Diletto Sposo
3.Nisi Dominus
4.Sinfonia Al Santo Sepolcro, RV 169~Adagio molto
5.Sinfonia Al Santo Sepolcro, RV 169~Allegro ma poco
6.Invicti Bellate (Motet), RV 628~Presto - Recitativo
7.Invicti Bellate (Motet), RV 628~Larghetto
8.Invicti Bellate (Motet), RV 628~Allegro
9.O Dolcezza
10.Sinfonia Funebre, D2.2~Lamento
11.Sinfonia Funebre, D2.2~Alla breve
12.Sinfonia Funebre, D2.2~Grave
13.Sinfonia Funebre, D2.2~Non presto
14.Sinfonia Funebre, D2.2~La Consolatione
15.Nisi Dominus (Motet), RV 608~Nisi Dominus
16.Nisi Dominus (Motet), RV 608~Vanum est vobis
17.Nisi Dominus (Motet), RV 608~Surgite
18.Nisi Dominus (Motet), RV 608~Cum dederit
19.Nisi Dominus (Motet), RV 608~Sicut sagittae
20.Nisi Dominus (Motet), RV 608~Beatus Vir