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Lassus: The Alchemist, Volume 1
Under the direction of Philip Cave, Magnificat embarks on a three-volume journey exploring the ingenuity of Orlandus Lassus. In this rich collection of Magnificats based on polyphonic models, Lassus - 'The Alchemist' - demonstrates an unsurpassed ability to reimagine existing material in the creation of his own works. This first volume of the series presents Lassus's Magnificats based on madrigals, featuring models by Philippe Verdelot, Cipriano de Rore, and Alessandro Striggio among others. The second album will comprise Lassus's canticles based on motets, and the third will conclude with those inspired by chansons. In celebrating Lassus as 'The Alchemist', Magnificat reveals the creative process and skill he employed in re-working the original music and illuminates a significant repertory that is underrepresented in contemporary liturgical or concert settings.
Gramophone Magazine
March 2024
Editor's Choice
Philippe Verdelot (1470-1552) , Anselmo de Reulx (1495-1560) , Noletto (Nollet) (fl. 1540) , Cipriano de Rore (1516-1565) , Jacquet van Berchem (1505-1565) , Cristobal de Morales (1500-1553) , Orazio Vecchi (1550-1605) , Giovanni Maria Nanino (1544-1607) , Alessandro Striggio der Ältere (1536-1592)
- Nanino, G M: Erano i capei d’oro
- Rore: Ancor che co'l partire
- Rore: Vergine bella
- Vecchi: O che vezzosa Aurora
- Verdelot: Ultimi mei sospiri
March 2024
These are all very experienced musicians with marvellous voices and a deep understanding of the repertory; and Philip Cave guides them with a thoroughly experienced and musically thoughtful hand.