The album 'Nostre Dame' is the third CD production by the Vienna Vocal Consort with the klanglogo label.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at the Dominican church in Retz, Austria, and produced by Nick & Clemens Prokop.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The figure of Mary is a central theme throughout the 'Nostre Dame' album, inspiring composers from the 13th to the 18th centuries.
Performer Biography
The Vienna Vocal Consort, an Austrian Early Music ensemble, has been performing since 2007 and is known for its vibrant interpretations and fresh approach to historically informed performance.
Interpretation
A hallmark of the Vienna Vocal Consort's approach is the consistent interplay between male and female voices, which highlights the contrasts of early polyphony and Renaissance repertoire.
Interpretation
The Vienna Vocal Consort consciously uses a mixed ensemble of male and female singers for Machaut's 'Messe de Nostre Dame', departing from the common practice of all-male ensembles for this work.
Compositional Technique
The selected compositions on this album, ranging from the 13th to the 18th centuries, offer insight into the development of polyphonic vocal music.
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