The album's concept, 'Passacaglia della Vita,' is an homage to life's facets, including heartache, betrayal, and joy, reflecting the circle of life through repeating bass lines.
Interpretation
The ensemble incorporates Persian drums into their Early Music performances, noting that percussion instruments historically had a place in dance music and courts.
Interpretation
The ensemble Cembaless distinguishes itself by performing Early Music without a cembalo, a rare choice for this genre.
Performer Biography
Cembaless, founded in autumn 2014, has performed internationally and won awards such as the Audience Award and Grant at the Saarland Radio in 2017.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The central piece, Stefano Landi's 'Passacaglia della Vita,' uses verses about life's situations and a recurring refrain, 'bisogna morire' (each of us must die), to reflect on the finiteness of worldly joys.
Compositional Technique
The album's program is structured around the idea of the 'circle of life' using different Ostinato forms, such as the Ciaconna or Folia, which were popular in Early Music.
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