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Reviewer: Charles
Brewer The name of this new ensemble translates as “The gallant voice”, which would be one way to describe baritone Sebastian Leon, the soloist on this new release. It documents the fascination for Spanish music in Italy in the 17th Century, both vocal and instrumental. Most of the songs (by composers such as Giovanni Stefani, Juan de Araçés, Stefano Landi, and Giovanni Kapsberger) were published in either Rome or Venice, whether in Italian or Spanish (though two of these have substituted a Spanish text for an original Italian one; texts and translations are in the booklet). Leon conveys the texts with his rich voice, clear diction, and his sensitivity to the rhythmic inflections associated with music alla Spagnola. He is supported by two responsive instrumentalists: Louis Capeille (baroque harp) and Edwin Garcia (guitar). Their improvisation of the continuo accompaniments is inventive but does not eclipse the singer. They also have the opportunity to display their talents in the various ciaconnas and passacaglias, mostly from Italian manuscripts from this period, that are interspersed among the songs. Especially beautiful is Capeille’s performance of the anonymous 'Aria di Fiorenza’, a set of variations on the melody that became associated with the Medici family. This is a very enjoyable recording of fascinating music. | ||||
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