ALC_0157_Quanta Beltà Lute Music from Gonzaga's Court
Quanta Beltà Lute Music from Gonzaga’s Court
Label: Aulicus Classics
Category: Music with Original Instruments
Composers: Joan Ambrosio Dalza, Vincenzo Capirola, Marco da L'Aquila, Johannes Ockeghem, Pietro Paolo Borrono, Josquin des Pres, Jacques Arcadelt, Jean Richafort, Leonardo da Vinci, Marchetto Cara, , , Francesco da Milano, Francesco Spinacino
Artists: Massimo Marchese
Format: 1 CD
Cat. number: ALC 0157
Release: December 2025
For over five centuries, the lute was one of Europe's most beloved instruments. From medieval courts to the late eighteenth century, it accompanied princes, poets, and musicians, becoming a true symbol of musical refinement. Its golden age came in the sixteenth century. During this period, players set aside the plectrum and began plucking the strings with their fingers, opening up new expressive possibilities: it became possible to play several voices simultaneously, weaving intricate and elegant harmonies. The instrument itself evolved—gaining a sixth course and extending its range to three full octaves. The lute repertoire expanded rapidly, thanks in part to the advent of music printing. In 1507, Ottaviano Petrucci published in Venice the first printed books for solo lute, featuring the music of Francesco Spinacino. Within months, collections by Giovan Maria and Joanambrosio Dalza followed. This points to a keen and widespread public interest —curious, engaged, and passionate.
Preview Tracks
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1. Joan Ambrosio Dalza - Tastar de corde |
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2. Vincenzo Capirola - Recercar primo |
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3. Marco da L'Aquila - Ricercar N° 33 |
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4. Johannes Ockeghem - Malor me bat |
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5. Pietro Paolo Borrono - Pavana chiamata La Milanesa |
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6. Pietro Paolo Borrono - Saltarello della preditta |
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7. Vincenzo Capirola - La Vilanela |
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8. Unknown - Calata |
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9. Josquin des Pres - Fortuna d'un gran tempo |
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10. Jacques Arcadelt - Quanta beltà |
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11. Jean Richafort - De mon triste et deplaisir |
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12. Leonardo da Vinci - 3 Rebus |
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13. Josquin des Pres - La Bernardina di Josquin |
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14. Marchetto Cara - O mia ciecha e dura sorte |
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15. Pietro Paolo Borrono - Peschatore che va cantando |
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16. Marco da L'Aquila - Ricercare N° 30 |
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17. Josquin des Pres - In te domine speravi |
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18. Josquin des Pres - Mille regretz |
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19. Francesco da Milano - Ricercare N° 33 |
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20. Francesco da Milano - Ricercar N° 10 |
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21. Marco da L'Aquila - La cara cossa |
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22. Francesco Spinacino - Ricercare |
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23. Pietro Paolo Borrono - Saltarello chiamato Bel fiore |
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24. Pietro Paolo Borrono - Tochata da sonare al fine del ballo |
