Maxwell Davies: Le Jongleur de Notre Dame

Dive into the captivating world of Peter Maxwell Davies' "Le Jongleur de Notre Dame" with this 1997 release, a masterful blend of chamber music that showcases the composer's unique voice. This album, released on Mode Records, features a stunning performance by the Arditti String Quartet and Opera Sacra Buffalo, conducted by Charles Peltz. The centerpiece of the album is Davies' "Le Jongleur de Notre Dame," a dramatic and evocative work that tells the story of a juggler who performs for the Virgin Mary. The album also includes Davies' early "String Quartet," a work that demonstrates his compositional prowess from the outset of his career. With a total duration of 53 minutes, this album is a rich and rewarding listen for fans of classical and contemporary music alike. Sir Peter Maxwell Davies, a prolific and influential composer, was knighted in 1987 and has received numerous honorary awards, making this album a significant addition to any classical music collection.