Giovanni Legrenzi was one of the most gifted and influential composers of his generation, playing a decisive role in the establishment of Baroque style in northern Italy in the latter half of the 17th century. Drawing on the example of Monteverdi, Harmonia d'affetti devoti for two, three, and four voices with organ bass, was intended for liturgical use, but the sung texts depart entirely from tradition, being chosen to maximize the expressive power of their musical settings. This world premiere recording reveals Legrenzi's extraordinary melodic refinement, rhythmic vitality and perfect elegance, all designed to rouse listeners to feelings of stupore et maraviglia ('wonder and amazement').

Tracklist:

Harmonia D'affetti Devoti, Libro 1, Op. 3: No. 1, Hodie
Harmonia D'affetti Devoti, Libro 1, Op. 3: No. 2, Quam Amarum Est Maria
Harmonia D'affetti Devoti, Libro 1, Op. 3: No. 3, Occurite Celestes
Harmonia D'affetti Devoti, Libro 1, Op. 3: No. 4, Cadite Montes
Harmonia D'affetti Devoti, Libro 1, Op. 3: No. 5, Venite Fideles
Harmonia D'affetti Devoti, Libro 1, Op. 3: No. 6, Humili Voce
Harmonia D'affetti Devoti, Libro 1, Op. 3: No. 7, O Sanctissimum
Harmonia D'affetti Devoti, Libro 1, Op. 3: No. 8, Quid Timetis Pastores?
Harmonia D'affetti Devoti, Libro 1, Op. 3: No. 9, Ecce Fideles
Harmonia D'affetti Devoti, Libro 1, Op. 3: No. 10, Salve Regina
Harmonia D'affetti Devoti, Libro 1, Op. 3: No. 11, Alvescite Flores
Harmonia D'affetti Devoti, Libro 1, Op. 3: No. 12, Venite Omnes
Harmonia D'affetti Devoti, Libro 1, Op. 3: No. 13, Obstupescite
Harmonia D'affetti Devoti, Libro 1, Op. 3: No. 14, Adoramus Te

UPC: 747313912377
Label: Naxos
Release Date: 12.3.21
Format: CD

Legrenzi / Nova Ars Cantandi / Acciai - Harmonia D'affetti Devoti (2pk) (2 CD)