Nancy Hadden, a renowned figure in the world of early music, presents her latest album "Chansons musicales, Paris, 1533," a captivating exploration of Renaissance music. Released on September 6, 2024, under the esteemed label CRD Records, this album is a testament to Hadden's meticulous reconstructions and performances of 16th-century French chansons.
The album features a collection of 28 tracks, all drawn from the rich musical tapestry of Paris in the 1530s. Hadden's arrangements for the Renaissance flute bring a fresh perspective to these historic pieces, showcasing her deep understanding and appreciation for the period's musical nuances. The flute, a keyless, cylindrically bored transverse instrument, lends a unique timbre to these chansons, offering a listening experience that is both authentic and innovative.
Nancy Hadden's expertise shines through in her reconstructions, with notable tracks including "La plus gorgiase du monde," "Si bon amour," and "Vostre beaulte." Her collaborations with the Zephyrus Flutes ensemble further enrich the album, creating a harmonious blend of voices that resonate with the spirit of the Renaissance.
With a duration of 58 minutes, "Chansons musicales, Paris, 1533" is a compact yet comprehensive journey through the musical landscape of 16th-century France. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of early music or a curious newcomer, this album promises a delightful and enlightening experience.
(C) 2024 CRD Records(P) 2024 CRD Records
Tracks
Vingt et sept chansons musicales à quatre parties, Paris, 1533: XXVIII. Si bon amourJacotin Le Bel, Zephyrus Flutes
Chansons musicales à quatre parties, Paris, 1533: X. – Des chansons reduictz en tabulature de Luth, Paris, 1545/6: XXIII. En espoir davoir mieulx (Reconstructed by Nancy Hadden)Nicolas Gombert, Pierre Phalèse, Zephyrus Flutes
Vingt et sept chansons musicales à quatre parties, Paris, 1533: XX. Elle veult doncClaudin de Sermisy, Zephyrus Flutes
Chansons musicales à quatre parties, Paris, 1533: XVIIII. Le printemps faict florir (Reconstructed by Nancy Hadden)Benedictus Appenzeller, Zephyrus Flutes
Intavolatura di Lauto del Divino Francesco da Milano…, Milan, 1548: XXIV. Fantasia 62Francesco da Milano, Jacob Heringman
Chansons musicales à quatre parties, Paris, 1533: XVII. – Intabolatura di Liuto de Diversi... di M. Francesco da Milano…, Venice, 1536: XXI. La plus gorgiase du monde (Reconstructed by Nancy Hadden)Francesco da Milano, Anon, Nancy Hadden, Jacob Heringman
Vingt et sept chansons musicales à quatre parties, Paris, 1533: XXIII. Hayne et amourPernot Vermont, Zephyrus Flutes
Chansons musicales à quatre parties, Paris, 1533: VII. Si par fortune (Reconstructed by Nancy Hadden)Pierre Certon, Zephyrus Flutes
Intavolature de Lauto di Vincenzo Galileo Fiorentino…, Rome, 1563: XXX. Ricercar 73Francesco da Milano, Jacob Heringman
Intabulatura di Lauto del divino Francesco da Milano…, Venice, 1546: XIX. Hors envieulxFrancesco da Milano, Zephyrus Flutes
Chansons musicales à quatre parties, Paris, 1533: XIII. Hors envieulx (Reconstructed by Nancy Hadden)Nicolas Gombert, Zephyrus Flutes
Vingt et sept chansons musicales à quatre parties, Paris, 1533: XXVI. Je navoys pointClaudin de Sermisy, Zephyrus Flutes
Vingt et sept chansons musicales à quatre parties, Paris, 1533: XXIV. Pourquoy donc ne fringuerons nousPierre Passerau, Pierre Passereau, Zephyrus Flutes
Chansons musicales à quatre parties, Paris, 1533: XXVIIII. Souvent amour (Reconstructed by Nancy Hadden)Guillaume Le Heurteur, Zephyrus Flutes
Chansons musicales à quatre parties, Paris, 1533: XIV. – Des chansons reduictz en tabulature de Luth, Paris, 1545/6 : XLIV. Sur tous regretz (Reconstructed by Nancy Hadden)Jean Richafort, Pierre Phalèse, Zephyrus Flutes
Chansons musicales à quatre parties, Paris, 1533: V. Je lay ayme (Reconstructed by Nancy Hadden)Pierre Certon, Zephyrus Flutes
Vingt et sept chansons musicales à quatre parties, Paris, 1533: XIII. Pren de bon cueurPierre Manichicourt, Pierre Manchicourt, Zephyrus Flutes
Chansons musicales à quatre parties, Paris, 1533: XV. Vostre beaulte (Reconstructed by Nancy Hadden)Nicolas Gombert, Zephyrus Flutes
Ein new künstlich Lauten Buch, 1546: LXV. Vostre beaulteHans Neusidler, Zephyrus Flutes
Vingt et sept chansons musicales à quatre parties, Paris, 1533: VII. Amours amours vous me faictes grant tortNicolas Gombert, Zephyrus Flutes
Vingt et sept chansons musicales à quatre parties, Paris, 1533: III. Parle qui veultClaudin de Sermisy, Zephyrus Flutes
Vingt et sept chansons musicales à quatre parties, Paris, 1533: XVI. Jectes moy sur lherbetteDidier Lupi, Zephyrus Flutes
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