Baroque Choral Works by Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, Claudio Monteverdi (CD)
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- Artist(s): Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, Claudio Monteverdi
- Year: 1995
- Genres: Classical
- Media Condition: Like New
- Sleeve Condition: Like New
- Catalog Number: CDM 5 65339 2
- Label: EMI Classics
- Format: CD
- Country: Europe
- SKU: 09218SAQ
- UPC: 0724356533929
- ASIN: B000002S5Y
Description
Experience the timeless voice of Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, Claudio Monteverdi in the iconic album, Baroque Choral Works. Released in 1995, this original EMI Classics release blends Classical music, featuring timeless performances that are a must-have for any music lover and collector.
Artist Biography
Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (1525-1594) was an Italian composer of the Renaissance period, known for his sacred choral music. Born in Palestrina, Italy, he spent much of his career working in Rome, where he served as a composer and choirmaster for various churches. Palestrina is often credited with creating the smooth and balanced polyphonic style that came to define Renaissance sacred music. His compositions, including masses, motets, and madrigals, are characterized by their clarity, elegance, and contrapuntal skill. Palestrina's works were highly influential and continue to be performed and studied to this day. Claudio Monteverdi (1567-1643) was an Italian composer and one of the most important figures in the transition from the Renaissance to the Baroque period. Born in Cremona, Italy, Monteverdi was a prolific composer of both sacred and secular music. He is best known for his innovative opera compositions, particularly his groundbreaking work "L'Orfeo," which is considered one of the earliest operas still performed today. Monteverdi's music is characterized by its expressive melodies, dramatic use of harmony, and bold use of
Key Features
- Authenticity: EMI Classics Baroque Choral Works, released in 1995.
- Condition: Like New, ensuring a pristine listening experience.
- Genres: Classical
- Format: CD, perfect for collectors and music enthusiasts alike.
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