Claudio Monteverdi: 1610 Vespers

Experience a landmark work of early Baroque music with this recording of Claudio Monteverdi's 1610 Vespers. This seminal piece stands at the intersection of Renaissance polyphony and the emerging dramatic style that would later define opera. The Vespers revolutionized sacred music, imbuing it with emotional immediacy, virtuosic complexity, and profound drama.

This exceptional performance by Monteverdi specialists I Fagiolini and Robert Hollingworth, featuring The English Cornett & Sackbut Ensemble, is the culmination of a lifetime's dedication. Recorded to mark Robert Hollingworth's 40th birthday, this one-to-a-part rendition meticulously unveils every nuance of drama and color within Monteverdi's masterpiece.

Key Features:

• A definitive recording of Monteverdi's 1610 Vespers.
• Features renowned Monteverdi specialists I Fagiolini and Robert Hollingworth.
• Includes performances by The English Cornett & Sackbut Ensemble.
• A one-to-a-part performance highlighting intricate drama and color.

Specifications:

• Format: Double CD
• Number of Discs: 2
• Artist: Claudio Monteverdi
• Performers: I Fagiolini, The English Cornett & Sackbut Ensemble, Robert Hollingworth
• Label: Coro
• Country of Origin: Austria
• EAN: 0828021622229
• Release Date: 4 Sep 2026

This double CD set offers a profound listening experience, bringing the emotional power and innovative spirit of Monteverdi's Vespers to life.