Description
Alessandro Grandi (v. 1586-1630): Motets Vénitiens = Venetian Motes - Dominique Moaty (soprano), Sharman Plesner (violon), Caroline Gerber (violon), Jean-Christophe Deleforge (violone), Marie Langlet / Disques Pierre Verany Audio CD 2011 Stereo / PV711101
UPC 3325487111016
Product Details:
- Label: Disques Pierre Verany
- Format: CD
- Country: Europe
- Released: 2011
- Genre: Classical
- Style: Renaissance, Baroque
Overview:
This exquisite album presents a stunning collection of Venetian motets by Alessandro Grandi (c. 1586–1630), a key figure of the early Baroque era. Known for his expressive choral and sacred music, Grandi’s motets blend emotional intensity with intricate vocal and instrumental textures. Featuring the delicate soprano voice of Dominique Moaty, accompanied by a group of renowned Baroque musicians including violinists Caroline Gerber and Sharman Plesner, violone player Jean-Christophe Deleforge, theorboist Marie Langlet, and the organ and harpsichord expertise of Pierre Cazes, this recording brings to life the musical richness of Grandi’s sacred compositions.
From the shimmering “O Quam Speciosa” to the serene beauty of “O Dulce Nomen Jesu,” each track is a testament to Grandi’s mastery in fusing vocal lines with a lush instrumental backdrop, creating a deeply devotional atmosphere. The album also includes variations in instrumentation, with the use of organ and harpsichord enhancing the Baroque soundscape. This release is a rare and rich exploration of Grandi’s Venetian motets, performed with clarity and warmth.
Track Listing:
- O Quam Speciosa – 6:17
- Jesu Mi Dulcissime – 3:42
- Osculetur Me – 4:25
- O Quam Tu Pulchra Es – 3:28
- Quantum Tibi Debeo – 5:30
- Deus, Deus Canticum Novum – 3:23
- Virgo Prudentissima (with Organ) – 3:12
- O Intemerata – 4:23
- Virgo Prudentissima – 3:11
- Hodie Virgo Jesu Dilecta (with Harpsichord) – 3:07
- In Lectulo Meo – 2:48
- Respice Domine – 3:35
- Jubila Coelum – 4:49
- O Dulce Nomen Jesu – 5:08
- Regina Coeli – 3:21
Key Credits:
- Composed By: Alessandro Grandi
- Soprano Vocals: Dominique Moaty
- Violin: Caroline Gerber, Sharman Plesner
- Violone: Jean-Christophe Deleforge
- Theorbo: Marie Langlet
- Organ, Harpsichord: Pierre Cazes
- Layout, Graphics, Liner Notes: Stéphan Perreau
- Recorded By, Mixed By: Thierry Bardon
