Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of medieval music with "The Single Rose," a captivating album featuring the works of Guillaume de Machaut, performed by the renowned vocal ensemble, The Orlando Consort. Released in 2019 on the esteemed Hyperion label, this collection offers a rich tapestry of Gregorian chant and classical compositions that transport you to the heart of the Middle Ages.
Guillaume de Machaut, a seminal figure in medieval music and poetry, is celebrated for his innovative and expressive compositions. This album showcases his masterful use of form and his deep understanding of the human condition, as reflected in his intricate ballades, virelais, and motets. Each piece is a testament to Machaut's artistic genius, blending lyrical beauty with profound emotional depth.
"The Single Rose" is not just an album; it's an exploration of the timeless themes of love, longing, and the fleeting nature of fortune. The ensemble's precise and evocative performances bring these ancient texts to life, offering a unique window into the past. The album's duration of 56 minutes provides a comprehensive journey through Machaut's musical and poetic inventiveness, making it an essential addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
The album's tracklist includes a variety of compositions, from the hauntingly beautiful "Se ma dame m'a guerpi" to the intricate polyphony of "Bone Pastor Guillerme." Each piece is performed with meticulous attention to detail, capturing the essence of Machaut's unique style. Whether you are a seasoned fan of medieval music or a newcomer to the genre, "The Single Rose" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Experience the timeless allure of Guillaume de Machaut's music with "The Single Rose." This album is a testament to the enduring power of medieval music and the skill of The Orlando Consort, who bring these ancient compositions to life with unparalleled artistry.
De toutes flours, Ballade 31: I. De toutes flours n’avoit et de tous fruisGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
De toutes flours, Ballade 31: II. Mais vraiement ymaginer ne puisGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
De toutes flours, Ballade 31: III. Hé! Fortune, qui es gouffres et puisGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Se ma dame m'a guerpi, Virelai 6: I. Se ma dame m’a guerpiGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Se ma dame m'a guerpi, Virelai 6: II. Je l’ay servie longuementGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Se ma dame m'a guerpi, Virelai 6: III. Einsi sans nul aligementGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Bone Pastor Guillerme / Bone Pastor, qui pastores / Bone Pastor, Motet 18Guillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Merci vous pri, Rondeau 3: I. Merci vous pri, ma douce dame chiereGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Merci vous pri, Rondeau 3: II. Pour ce que l’ay moult comparee chiereGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Merci vous pri, Rondeau 3: III. Et s’Amours vuet que l’aie a lie chiereGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Merci vous pri, Rondeau 3: IV. Merci vous pri, ma douce dame chiereGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Se d'amer me repentoie, Virelai 20: I. Se d’amer me repentoieGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Se d'amer me repentoie, Virelai 20: II. Il m’a longuement serviGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Se d'amer me repentoie, Virelai 20: III. Chascuns dit que c’est celiGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Je sui aussi com cils, Ballade 20: I. Je sui aussi com cils qui est ravisGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Je sui aussi com cils, Ballade 20: II. Quant je la voy, mes cuers est si esprisGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Je sui aussi com cils, Ballade 20: III. Einsi lonteins et pres langui toudisGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Se je souspir parfondement, Virelai 30: I. Se je souspir parfondementGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Se je souspir parfondement, Virelai 30: II. Si que je port plus grief anoyGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Certes, mon oueil richement visa bel, Rondeau 15: I. Certes, mon oueil richement visa belGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Certes, mon oueil richement visa bel, Rondeau 15: II. Pour ce que gent maintieng et vis a belGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Certes, mon oueil richement visa bel, Rondeau 15: III. Ne fu tel fleur des que fu vis AbelGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Certes, mon oueil richement visa bel, Rondeau 15: IV. Certes, mon oueil richement visa belGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Quant je sui mis au retour, Virelai 13Guillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
De tout sui si confortee, Virelai 32: I. De tout sui si conforteeGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
De tout sui si confortee, Virelai 32: II. Si que gaie me tenraiGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
De tout sui si confortee, Virelai 32: III. Einsi riens ne soufferrayGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Qui es promesses de Fortune / Ha! Fortune, trop sui mis loing / Et non est qui adjuvat, Motet 8Guillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Loyauté vueil tous jours, Virelai 2: I. Loyauté vueil tous jours maintenirGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Loyauté vueil tous jours, Virelai 2: II. Mais Amour fait mon cuer languirGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Loyauté vueil tous jours, Virelai 2: III. Las! si ne say que devenirGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
De triste cuer / Quant vrais amans / Certes, je di, Ballade 29: I. De triste cuer / Quant vrais amans / Certes, je diGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
De triste cuer / Quant vrais amans / Certes, je di, Ballade 29: II. S’en suis repris / Qu’Ardans Desirs / Mais il doit miexGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
De triste cuer / Quant vrais amans / Certes, je di, Ballade 29: III. Et pour c’a tous / Qu’il ymagine / Mais cils qui a mercyGuillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Fons totius Superbie / O Livoris feritas / Fera pessima, Motet 9Guillaume de Machaut, Orlando Consort
Here is a short description of the artist:
Guillaume de Machaut is a renowned medieval composer, known for his contributions to the classical music scene, particularly in the genres of medieval and Gregorian chant music.
Translation to English (UK) is not necessary as the description is already in English, but I can provide it in British English spelling if needed:
Guillaume de Machaut is a renowned medieval composer, known for his contributions to the classical music scene, particularly in the genres of medieval and Gregorian chant music.
Note: Since English (US) and English (UK) are very similar, the translation is almost identical. The only possible difference could be in spelling, such as "renowned" (which is the same in both US and UK English), or vocabulary, which is not the case here.
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