Throughout the 17th century, German composers, especially in religious music, had to adapt their musical heritage, like the chorale, to successive foreign influences from Italy and France.
Performer Biography
The Theatre of Early Music, founded in 2001 by Daniel Taylor, consists primarily of young musicians dedicated to captivating performances of often-neglected early works.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded and produced by Johanne Goyette at Église St-Augustin, St-Augustin de Mirabel (Québec) in August and September 2001.
Performer Biography
Daniel Taylor, the countertenor on this album, is one of the most sought-after countertenors globally, performing in opera, oratorios, and symphonic works with leading ensembles.
Historical Context
Despite the devastating effects of the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648) on musical life, a significant body of sacred works emerged, blending learned polyphony with accompanied monody, and Teutonic seriousness with Mediterranean abandon.
Performer Biography
Daniel Taylor has recorded dozens of albums, including Bach Cantatas with Gardiner, Handel's Theodora with Christie, and even Sakamoto's Life with the Dalai Lama and José Carreras.
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