I dolci frutti: Venise avant Monteverdi, vol. 2

Michel Corboz’ volumes of Dolci frutti are named after a famous collection of madrigals by various composers published in 1570 in Venice, at a time when Andrea Gabrieli ruled the musical scene, years before Monteverdi was appointed in San Marco. Venice was already a very active and innovative centre during the late 16th-century, as is demonstrated by this florilegium of secular pieces, both instrumental and vocal. Don’t miss the fierce Battaglia by Gabrieli, with echoes of weapons and war trumpets!