Immerse yourself in the sacred and hauntingly beautiful world of Tomás Luis de Victoria's "Officium Hebdomadae Sanctae" as performed by Schola Antiqua. This meticulously crafted album, released on January 1, 2005, under the Glossa label, is a profound exploration of Gregorian chant and medieval music, spanning an impressive two hours and fifty-six minutes.
Schola Antiqua, known for their exquisite interpretations of early music, brings to life the intricate polyphony and spiritual depth of Victoria's compositions. The album features a collection of responsories and motets written for the Holy Week, showcasing the ensemble's mastery of medieval vocal techniques and their ability to convey the profound religious and emotional content of the music.
The tracklist includes iconic pieces such as "Passio secundum Joannem," "Tenebrae factae sunt," and "O vos omnes, qui transitis per viam," each offering a unique glimpse into the sacred rituals and contemplative moods of the Holy Week. The live recording, made in April 2005, captures the raw intensity and reverence of the performance, making it a standout in the ensemble's discography.
For those interested in the rich tapestry of medieval music and the timeless compositions of Tomás Luis de Victoria, this album is a treasure trove of historical and artistic significance. Schola Antiqua's rendition of "Officium Hebdomadae Sanctae" is not just a collection of songs but a testament to the enduring power of sacred music to inspire and uplift.
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Tracks
Vexilla regis more hispanoTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Hosanna filio DavidAnonymous, Schola Antiqua, Juan Carlos Asensio, Colombina, La
Pueri hebraeorumTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Passio secundum JoannemTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
O Domine Jesu ChristeTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Zelus domus tuaeAnonymous, Schola Antiqua, Juan Carlos Asensio
Avertantur retrorsum et erubescantAnonymous, Schola Antiqua, Juan Carlos Asensio
Incipit lamentatio JeremiaeTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Et egressus estTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Manum suamTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Liberavit DominusAnonymous, Schola Antiqua, Juan Carlos Asensio
Deus meus eripe meAnonymous, Schola Antiqua, Juan Carlos Asensio
Amicus meusTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Judas mercatorTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Unus ex discipulisTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Dixi iniquisAnonymous, Schola Antiqua
Exsurge DomineAnonymous, Schola Antiqua
Eram quasi agnusTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Una horaTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Seniores populiTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Tantum ergoTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Astiterunt reges terraeTomás Luis de Victoria, Schola Antiqua, Juan Carlos Asensio
Diviserunt sibi vestimenti meaAnonymous, Schola Antiqua, Juan Carlos Asensio
Cogitavit DominusTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Matribus suis dixeruntTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Ego vir vidensTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Vim faciebantAnonymous, Schola Antiqua, Juan Carlos Asensio
Insurrexerunt in me testes iniquiAnonymous, Schola Antiqua, Juan Carlos Asensio
Tamquam ad latronemTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Tenebrae factae suntTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Animam meam dilectamTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Ab insurgentibus in meAnonymous, Schola Antiqua, Juan Carlos Asensio
Locuti sunt adversaum me lingua dolosaAnonymous, Schola Antiqua, Juan Carlos Asensio
Tradiderunt meTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Jesum tradidit impiusTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Caligaverunt oculi meiTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Posuerunt super caput eius - Benedictus Deus Dominus IsraelAnonymous, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Passio secundum JoannemTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Vere languores nostrosTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Ecce lignum Crucis - Popule meusAnonymous, Tomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
In pace in idipsum dormiamAnonymous, Schola Antiqua, Juan Carlos Asensio
In pace in idipsum dormiamAnonymous, Schola Antiqua, Juan Carlos Asensio
Misericordiae DominiTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Quomodo obscuratumTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Incipit oratio JeremiaeTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Elevamini portae aeternalisAnonymous, Schola Antiqua, Juan Carlos Asensio
Tu autem Domini miserere meiAnonymous, Schola Antiqua, Juan Carlos Asensio
Recessit pastor nosterTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
O vos omnes, qui transitis per viamTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
Ecce quomodo moriturTomás Luis de Victoria, Colombina, La
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