The album, "Percival's Lament," explores the common threads between medieval Grail literature and the music of the same period.
Instruments
The album features a 'tambourin à cordes,' or 'string drum,' which is a replica of a 13th-century instrument from Jaca Cathedral, near the San Juan de la Peña monastery.
Instruments
Some instruments on this album are historically significant, such as a wind instrument based on a pipe found at Glastonbury Abbey, a site linked to King Arthur.
Historical Context
The Holy Grail, believed by many to be the cup used by Jesus at the Last Supper, has been a key motif in Western history and culture, including music.
Historical Context
The first literary mention of the Grail comes from Chrétien de Troyes, a trouvère, in his work "Le Conte du Graal Perceval" around 1182.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Wolfram von Eschenbach, a German poet, envisioned the Grail as a precious stone that fell from Lucifer's crown, possibly reflecting beliefs in the healing powers of gemstones.
Performer Biography
Capilla Antigua de Chinchilla, the ensemble on this recording, was founded in 2002 by tenor José Ferrero to study and revive early music.
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