Dive into the resplendent world of French Baroque music with Jean-Baptiste Lully's "Te Deum," a masterful composition that showcases the grandeur and elegance of the era. This album, released on March 8, 2024, by Château de Versailles Spectacles, is a testament to Lully's genius and his enduring influence on classical music.
Composed in 1677, Lully's "Te Deum" is a grand motet that celebrates the divine with a large ensemble of singers and musicians. The orchestra features trumpets and timpani, adding a regal and triumphant sound to the sacred text. The album spans 15 tracks, including the full "Te Deum" in its 14 movements, as well as the "Exaudiat te Dominus" motet, providing a comprehensive exploration of Lully's sacred choral works.
With a duration of 1 hour and 8 minutes, this album is a rich tapestry of Baroque music, perfect for those who appreciate the intricate harmonies and ornate melodies of the period. Lully's compositions are known for their dramatic flair and technical virtuosity, and "Te Deum" is no exception. The album is a stunning display of Lully's ability to blend sacred text with elaborate musical structures, creating a work that is both spiritually uplifting and musically captivating.
Whether you are a seasoned fan of Baroque music or a newcomer to the genre, "Te Deum" offers a rewarding listening experience. The album's meticulous attention to detail and the sheer beauty of its compositions make it a standout addition to any classical music collection. Immerse yourself in the opulent sounds of the French Baroque with Jean-Baptiste Lully's "Te Deum," a timeless masterpiece that continues to inspire and enchant.
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Tracks
Marche de timballes faite par Philidor CadetJacques Danican Philidor, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées
La Marche RoyaleAndré Danican Philidor, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées
Te deum, LWV 55: I. Te DeumJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées, Les Pages & Les Chantres du Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles
Te deum, LWV 55: II. Pleni sunt coeli et terraJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées, Les Pages & Les Chantres du Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles
Te deum, LWV 55: III. Te per orbem terrarumJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées
Te deum, LWV 55: IV. Patrem immensae majestatisJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées, Les Pages & Les Chantres du Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles
Te deum, LWV 55: V. Sanctum quoque Paraclitum SpiritumJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées, Les Pages & Les Chantres du Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles
Te deum, LWV 55: VI. Tu, ad liberandum suscepturus hominemJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées, Les Pages & Les Chantres du Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles
Te deum, LWV 55: VII. Tu ad dexteram Dei sedesJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées, Les Pages & Les Chantres du Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles
Te deum, LWV 55: VIII. Te ergo quaesumusJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées, Les Pages & Les Chantres du Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles
Te deum, LWV 55: IX. Quos pretioso sanguine redemistiJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées, Les Pages & Les Chantres du Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles
Te deum, LWV 55: X. Aeterna fac cum sanctis tuisJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées, Les Pages & Les Chantres du Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles
Te deum, LWV 55: XI. Salvum fac populum tuum, DomineJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées, Les Pages & Les Chantres du Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles
Te deum, LWV 55: XII. Per singulos dies benedicimus teJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées, Les Pages & Les Chantres du Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles
Te deum, LWV 55: XIII. Dignare Domine die istoJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées, Les Pages & Les Chantres du Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles
Te deum, LWV 55: XIV. Miserere nostri Domine, miserere nostriJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées, Les Pages & Les Chantres du Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles
Te deum, LWV 55: XV. In te, Domine, speraviJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées
Exaudiat te Dominus, LWV 77 No. 15: I. Exaudiat te Dominus in die tribulationisJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées, Les Pages & Les Chantres du Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles
Exaudiat te Dominus, LWV 77 No. 15: II. Tribuat tibi secundum cor tuumJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées
Exaudiat te Dominus, LWV 77 No. 15: III. Laetabimur in salutari tuoJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées, Les Pages & Les Chantres du Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles
Exaudiat te Dominus, LWV 77 No. 15: IV. Impleat Dominus omnes petitiones tuasJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées, Les Pages & Les Chantres du Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles
Exaudiat te Dominus, LWV 77 No. 15: V. Exaudiet illum de caelo sancto suoJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées, Les Pages & Les Chantres du Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles
Exaudiat te Dominus, LWV 77 No. 15: VI. Hi in curribus, et hi in equisJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées, Les Pages & Les Chantres du Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles
Exaudiat te Dominus, LWV 77 No. 15: VII. Domine, salvum fac regemJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées, Les Pages & Les Chantres du Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles
Exaudiat te Dominus, LWV 77 No. 15: VIII. Gloria Patri et FilioJean-Baptiste Lully, Stephane Fuget, Les Épopées, Les Pages & Les Chantres du Centre de Musique Baroque de Versailles
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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