In 1655, Johann Rosenmüller was accused of pederasty in Leipzig, leading to a public trial and forcing him to flee, which decisively affected his musical career.
Composer Biography
Johann Rosenmüller, a master of baroque music, remains a mysterious figure with a scarce biography, possibly due to efforts to conceal aspects of his private life.
Composer Biography
After fleeing Leipzig, Johann Rosenmüller lived in Venice for 25 years, where he struggled to establish himself as a foreigner in the city's regulated music scene.
Historical Context
During his time in Venice, Johann Rosenmüller may have found a lucrative niche selling Italian music to German courts, which had a great demand for it but difficulty obtaining quality compositions.
Performer Biography
Alex Potter, the countertenor on this album, began his musical career as a chorister at Southwark Cathedral and studied at New College, Oxford, before specializing in 17th and 18th-century music.
Composer Biography
Johann Rosenmüller returned to Germany in 1682 when Duke Anton Ulrich appointed him Kapellmeister at Wolfenbüttel, but he died two years later at around 67 years old.
Performer Biography
Chelycus, the ensemble on this recording, was founded in 1999 with international membership and is dedicated to music of the late Renaissance and Baroque periods, using historical instruments.
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