Credits:

Denis Raisin-Dadre, Ensemble Doulce Memoire

Description:

To mark the 500th anniversary of the death of Leonardo da Vinci (14521519), the elite French ensemble Deux Mmoireswhich has brought medieval and Renaissance music back to life for today through a multifaceted approachpresents this rich program The book-style booklet is packed with beautiful color reproductions, centered on 10 of Leonardos paintings. As you enjoy the music known in Italy during the artists lifetime, the ensemble meticulously unravelsfrom their own perspectivehow Renaissance painting and music were intertwined. As one would expect from Deux Mmoiresan ensemble with a proven track record built on thorough research into historical context and a musicological perspectivethe song selection is exquisite. It sheds light on even the lesser-known aspects of Renaissance music, including the close relationship between the Flemish school and Italy. The subtlety