The album features works by Giaches de Wert (1535-1596) and Wolfgang Rihm (b. 1952), whose compositions are strongly connected by their frequent use of chromaticism.
Compositional Technique
Giaches de Wert's sacred music, despite the Council of Trent's decrees for standardization, incorporated experimental ideas, word painting, and adventurous harmonies.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded in October 2020 at the Pieterskerk Utrecht, Netherlands, by Pegasus Musikproduktion for PENTATONE.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Chromaticism has historically been a significant compositional tool for expressing pain and sorrow, a characteristic evident throughout this album.
Composer Biography
Cipriano de Rore, a Franco-Flemish composer, mentored Giaches de Wert in Ferrara, developing him into one of the most accomplished madrigalists of his time.
Interpretation
The album intertwines works by Giaches de Wert and Wolfgang Rihm to highlight their relationship, making it challenging to distinguish between composers due to their shared chromatic connection.
Composer Biography
Giaches de Wert, born in 1535 between Ghent and Antwerp, moved to Italy as a child and later established strong ties with the Gonzaga and Este dynasties, important music-loving families.
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