Bernard of Clairvaux was a medieval mystic, monk and crusade preacher. As the central figure of the Cistercian Order, he ensured it's spread throughout Europe. The veneration of the order is expressed in the two hymns to the feast of St. Bernard, which describe the life and work of the Saint. Of central importance to Bernhard's mystical contemplations of Christ was the Song of Solomon, which can be heard in responsories from the Cistercians' nocturnal prayer of the hours. The "Jubilus rhythmicus," a hymn about love for Christ, celebrates in impressive verses Bernard's mysticism. The works on this release are presented by Ensemble Officium, who have established themselves as one of the most prominent Portuguese vocal ensembles dedicated to early music.

Tracklist:

Domine, Labia Mea Aperies
Bernardus Inclytis Ortus Natalibus
Jubilus Rhythmicus De Nomini Jesu (1)
Filiae Jerusalem
Quam Pulchra Es
Jubilus Rhythmicus De Nomini Jesu (2)
Electa Mea
Et Dilectus Meus
Jubilus Rhythmicus De Nomini Jesu (3)
Verbum Caro Factum Est
Salve Virgo Nobilis - Verbum Caro - Et Veritate
Jubilus Rhythmicus De Nomini Jesu (4)
Ecce Iste Venit
Quae Est Ista
Jubilus Rhythmicus De Nomini Jesu (5)
Surge, Propera
Anima Mea - Descendi In Hortum - Alma Redemptoris Mater
Jubilus Rhythmicus De Nomini Jesu (6)
Vox Turturis
Sancte Bernarde
Bernardus, Doctor Inclytus

UPC: 4010072021724
Label: Christophorus
Release Date: 9.6.19
Format: CD

Clairvaux / Ensemble Officium / Rombach - Gesange Der Zisterzienser (CD)