Vocal

In the first century of its life, the musical genre of the Oratorio knew an impressive growth, in terms of quantity (a proliferation of compositions), quality (some early works which are absolute masterpieces, and a plethora of excellent or very good Oratorios), subjects, and styles. Many of the greatest composers of the seventeenth century tried their hand in this genre, and for some it was one of the main veins of their artistic activity. In the early Baroque, the beating heart of this genre was doubtlessly to be found in Italy, with a particular focus in the city of Rome, whence it had originated thanks to the activity of the Florentine St. Philip Neri. However, the expansion of the genre also implied a geographical spread, which was the precondition for the Oratorio’s subsequent conquest of all European countries.

One of the most lauded and award-winning groups in gospel music, garnering five GRAMMY® nominations, two GRAMMY® Awards and 18 Dove Awards, these GMA Hall of Fame members headline one of the largest tours in Christian music annually. The list of men who have comprised the Gaither Vocal Band over the years reads like a “Who’s Who” among Christian music’s best-loved male voices; and their groundbreaking successes, performances and TV appearances continue to raise the standard in male harmony.

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TENET Vocal Artists, NYC’s prëeminent early music ensemble, releases a Christmas disc of music spanning medieval to modern day repertoire. TENET’s pristine, one-on-a-part singing lends itself well to both well-known and rarely heard songs and carols featured in this recording.

Peter Kopp and his Vocal Concert Dresden have long since made a name for themselves with their releases on disc of highly interesting and hitherto little regarded compilations and programmes. Following works from the Dresden court and Venetian gems, the most recent release was Masonic music of the 18th century. The latest project, then, is the music of the Moravian Brethren. The Brotherhood’s historical merit and international significance, radiating out from a picturesque village in Saxony across the whole world, will be celebrated at its tercentenary next year; in the meantime, it has been acknowledged by UNESCO as part of the world’s Cultural Heritage.

Mozart provided a steady output of Masses during his time at the court in Salzburg. The fine Missa brevis in G major was composed in 1768 when Mozart was just twelve years old. The theatrical and inventive ‘Credo’ Mass in C major, from 1776, is regarded as one of Mozart’s finest achievements from this period. The profound key of D minor for the Missa brevis, K65, reflects its use at a 40-hour vigil, while the affectionate nickname ‘Spatzenmesse’ (‘Sparrow Mass’) for the Missa brevis in C major refers to the chirping nature of the Sanctus.

This programme stands out forcefully against the idea of a supposed rivalry between the Conservatoire and the Schola Cantorum and showcases techniques inherited from both plainsong and a golden age of polyphony by three generations of musicians. La Schola was founded in 1894 and opened on 15 October 1896 as an alternative to the emphasis on opera at the Paris Conservatoire and to foster the study of late Baroque and early Classical works, Gregorian chant and Renaissance polyphony. On this release from Mirare, esteemed choral conductor Michel Corboz leads the Ensemble Vocal de Lausanne in a collection of French music written in honour of the Virgin Mary.

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