August 2009

Missa Ego sum qui sum

The rarely-heard works of the later Flemish composer Philippe Rogier (c.1561-1596), stunningly rediscovered by Philip Cave and his ensemble Magnificat.

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Jean de Castro

Capilla Flamenca in a performance of Flemish-born Jean de Castro (c. 1540/45-c.1600), a Hapsburg composer sent to Spain (and his compatriots), supported by the University of Leuven.

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Utendal & De Monte

The recent project from the Ministry of Flemish Culture with the Capilla Flamenca of Flemish Composers Phillippe de Monte (1521-1603) and Alexander Utendal (1530/40-1581)

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Victoria, Cabezon, Praetorius

Additional works from both the concerts by The Sixteen and the Huelgas Ensemble surround harpsichord virtuoso Diego Ares' tribute to the blind composer and performer Antonio Cabezon (c.1510-1566).

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Michael Praetorius

In a typical break with the prevailing winds, Paul Van Nevel and his Huelgas Ensemble give us a concert illustrating Praetorius' pivotal role between the Renaissance and Baroque styles of music.

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