What if I told you that there was once a composer as great as any who ever lived, as famous and beloved during his day as Bach and Beethoven were during theirs – but that you might never have heard a note of his music? On February 5th the Friends of Chamber music brought the marvelous a cappella choir Chanticleer to present a rare treat: A whole program devoted (almost) entirely to the music of Orlando di Lasso, the 16th-century master whose nickname was used as the program’s title: “The Divine Orlando.” This is some of the most achingly gorgeous, intricately constructed and at times wantonly passionate music ever composed, and it merits the attention of anyone who appreciates the sound of the human voice. It was given its due by this durable all-male choir now in its 33rd season.
more at The Independent
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