Montiverdi Choir and English Baroque Soloists give a Baroque Christmas

 

Montiverdi Choir and English Baroque Soloists give a Baroque Christmas

Recorded in the middle of a European tour in December 2024, this release marks the Monteverdi Choir and English Baroque Soloists debut of acclaimed French conductor Christophe Rousset. 

Rousset brings his Gallic elegance and refinement to Charpentier's Baroque Christmas music - the motet "In Nativitatem" and the Messe de minuit pout Noel, along with the instrumental noels, or Christmas carols, that form the basis of Charpentier's unique mass.

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Marguerite Louise ensemble Sing Charpentier for Christmas

 

Marguerite Louise ensemble Sing Charpentier for Christmas

While the famous Te Deum secured Charpentier's place in history, it was undoubtedly his Messe de Minuit that most contributed to his renown. 

True to Charpentier's genius, this mass is a perfect synthesis of the secular and the sacred, popular melodies and refined composition, offering a piece of remarkable originality and joy. These melodies, familiar to all, peasants and gentlemen alike, are enriched by orchestral parts and interwoven with subtle counterpoint and renewed harmony. 

The pleasure of music is thus offered to everyone: to recognise a familiar tune, or to grasp its extraordinary arrangement. Under the direction of Gaetan Jarry, the Marguerite Louise ensemble sublimates these Latin oratorios and French pastorals, infusing the Christmas celebration with unparalleled fervour!

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