Dive into the rich tapestry of Baroque music with Jean-Baptiste Lully's "Lully: Dies Irae," a stunning collection of sacred works that showcase the composer's mastery and innovation. Released on February 26, 2021, by Château de Versailles Spectacles, this album is a testament to Lully's genius, blending his profound musical knowledge with the intense oratorical power of the Grands Motets.
The album spans a total of 22 tracks, divided into three main sections: "Dies Irae," "O Lachrymae," and "De Profundis." Each section is a journey through Lully's compositional prowess, with intricate harmonies and vivid orchestrations that bring the sacred texts to life. The album features performances by esteemed artists, including Véronique Gens, who returns to Baroque music with her signature elegance and depth.
"Dies Irae" opens with the dramatic "Dies irae, dies illa," setting the stage for a powerful exploration of judgment and redemption. The work continues with movements like "Liber scriptus preferetur" and "Rex tremendae majestatis," each offering a unique perspective on the themes of divine judgment and mercy.
"O Lachrymae" follows, a series of reflective and contemplative pieces that delve into themes of love and sorrow. The album concludes with "De Profundis," a profound and moving setting of the penitential psalm, culminating in the serene "Requiem Aeternam dona eis, domine."
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Lully: Dies Irae" offers a captivating exploration of one of the Baroque era's most influential composers. With its rich musical textures and profound spiritual depth, this album is a true gem in the world of classical music.
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Tracks
Dies irae, LWV 64/1: I. Dies irae, dies illaJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Renaud Bres, Thierry Cartier
Dies irae, LWV 64/1: II. Liber scriptus prefereturJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Serge Goubioud
Dies irae, LWV 64/1: III. Rex tremendae majestatisJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Renaud Bres, Luc Bertin-Hugault, Cyril Auvity, Marc Mauillon, Lucy Page, Clément Debieuvre, Benoît Arnould
Dies irae, LWV 64/1: IV. Inter oves locus praestaJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Marie Perbost, Serge Goubioud, Cyril Auvity, Marc Mauillon, Renaud Bres, Caroline Arnaud, Thierry Cartier
Dies irae, LWV 64/1: V. Oro supplex et acclinisJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Benoît Arnould, Caroline Arnaud, Ambroisine Bré, Marc Mauillon, Serge Goubioud, Olivier Gourdy, Thierry Cartier
Dies irae, LWV 64/1: VI. Pie jesu domineJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Marc Mauillon, Clément Debieuvre
O Lachrymae, LWV 26: I. O lachrymaeJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Cyril Auvity, Serge Goubioud, Marc Mauillon, Marie Zaccarini, Ambroisine Bré, Marco Angioloni, Luc Bertin-Hugault
O Lachrymae, LWV 26: II. O fons amorisJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Marie Perbost, Serge Goubioud, Marc Mauillon, Luc Bertin-Hugault, Ambroisine Bré, Clément Debieuvre, Marco Angioloni, Benoît Arnould, Cyril Auvity, Olivier Gourdy
O Lachrymae, LWV 26: III. Sed in planctuJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Clément Debieuvre, Marco Angioloni, Serge Goubioud, Thierry Cartier
O Lachrymae, LWV 26: IV. Exultant coeliJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Marc Mauillon, Benoît Arnould, Ambroisine Bré, Cyril Auvity, Marco Angioloni, Claire Lefilliâtre, Marie Zaccarini, Caroline Arnaud
O Lachrymae, LWV 26: V. Et in excelsisJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Serge Goubioud, Marco Angioloni, Olivier Gourdy, Marc Mauillon, Benoît Arnould, Lucy Page, Caroline Arnaud, Cyril Auvity, Marie Perbost, Luc Bertin-Hugault, Jeanne Lefort, Renaud Bres
O Lachrymae, LWV 26: VI. O lachrymae, fideles lachrymaeJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Cyril Auvity, Serge Goubioud, Marc Mauillon, Marie Zaccarini, Ambroisine Bré, Marco Angioloni, Luc Bertin-Hugault
O Lachrymae, LWV 26: VII. O fons amorisJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Marie Perbost, Serge Goubioud, Marc Mauillon, Luc Bertin-Hugault, Ambroisine Bré, Clément Debieuvre, Marco Angioloni, Benoît Arnould, Cyril Auvity, Olivier Gourdy
De profundis, LWV 62: I. De profundis clamavi ad te, domineJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Luc Bertin-Hugault, Cyril Auvity
De profundis, LWV 62: II. Fiant aures tuae intendentesJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Caroline Arnaud, Clément Debieuvre
De profundis, LWV 62: III. Si iniquitates observaveris estJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Marie Zaccarini, Serge Goubioud
De profundis, LWV 62: IV. Quia apud te propitiatio estJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Claire Lefilliâtre, Renaud Bres
De profundis, LWV 62: V. A custodia matutina usque ad noctemJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Lucy Page, Cyril Auvity
De profundis, LWV 62: VI. Quia apud dominum misericordiaJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Jeanne Lefort, Serge Goubioud, Benoît Arnould, Marc Mauillon, Renaud Bres, Marie Zaccarini, Ambroisine Bré, Lucy Page, Caroline Arnaud
De profundis, LWV 62: VII. Et ipse redimet israëlJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Cyril Auvity, Ambroisine Bré, Imanol Iraola, Serge Goubioud
De profundis, LWV 62: VIII. Requiem Aeternam dona eis, domineJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget
De profundis, LWV 62: IX. Et lux perpetua luceat eisJean-Baptiste Lully, Les Épopées, Stephane Fuget, Marie Perbost
Jean-Baptiste Lully, born in Florence in 1632, was a titan of French Baroque music, despite his Italian roots. His life's work was deeply intertwined with the opulent court of Louis XIV, where he served as a composer, dancer, and instrumentalist. Lully's influence was so profound that he effectively controlled French court music from 1662 onwards, and his style resonated throughout Europe. He is renowned for his operas and his collaborations with the playwright Molière on numerous comédie-ballets, including the iconic "Le Bourgeois gentilhomme."
Lully's contributions to music are vast, with over 40 ballets and a significant body of sacred music to his name. He is credited with founding the French opera genre, creating a unique style of musical declamation that perfectly suited the French language. His tragic death in 1687, resulting from an infection caused by a conducting stick, only adds to the dramatic narrative of his life. Lully's legacy endures, making him a pivotal figure in the history of European music.
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