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Miracula: Medieval Music for Saint Nicholas

7/24/2020, 27 Tracks, 1:13:56

Featuring

  • Baptiste Romain
  • Agnieszka Budzińska-Bennett
  • Hanna Järveläinen
  • Kelly Landerkin
  • Ensemble Peregrina
  • Anonymous
  • St. Godric of Finchale
  • Anonymous (12th century)

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Recording & Production

Some pieces on this album, such as "Sancto Dei Nicolao," "Sanctissimo pontifici," and "Benedicamus regi sydereo," are heard for the first time since they were written around 1100.

Source: Booklet

Historical Context

The veneration of Saint Nicholas began with pilgrimages to his grave in Myra and continued with the transfer of his remains to the Italian cities of Venice and Bari.

Source: Booklet

Composition History

Many literary and musical works from the medieval world recount the miracles of Saint Nicholas, such as his childhood fasting, saving sailors, and providing dowries for three daughters.

Source: Booklet

Historical Context

Saint Nicholas, the main protagonist of this album, is an inter-confessional saint, venerated by Catholic, Orthodox, Anglican, and Lutheran Christians, and is the patron saint of Russia, Greece, and many cities.

Source: Booklet

Interpretation

Ensemble Peregrina's interpretation and style are informed by original source materials, treatises, and the latest musicological and historical research, aiming for authenticity without sacrificing vocal beauty.

Source: Booklet

Performer Biography

Ensemble Peregrina, founded in 1997 by Polish singer and musicologist Agnieszka Budzińska-Bennett, researches and performs sacred and secular music from 12th to 14th century Europe.

Source: Booklet

Album & Artwork

The album is titled "Miracula" and features medieval music dedicated to Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop from Myra.

Source: Booklet

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