The city of Venice was honoured even in 14th century compositions as a pearl on the map of the world. Even back then, music played an important role in major state occasions, such as the election of a new doge or a visit from an eminent guest. La Reverdie has selected the most beautiful motets by Frencesco Landini and others for an evening of Italian sparkle.
Cito, longe, tarde (flee quickly, go far, return slowly) was the wise advice of the Greek doctors Hippocrates and Galen to the population when an epidemic broke out. When the plague hit large areas of Asia, Europe and Africa in the mid-14th century, this motto was more pertinent than ever. The Sollazzo Ensemble, already showered with awards despite their youth, will play a repertoire based on this theme from the century of the Black Death.
The remarkable organetto, a small instrument whose bellows are operated by the musician playing the instrument, was used in both secular and religious contexts. Guillermo Pérez has selected the most beautiful solo repertoire for this melodious little instrument.
Enjoy a festival menu before the evening concerts at AMUZ during Laus Polyphoniae. You can also enjoy a simple lunch in the foyer before and after any of the Laus Polyphoniae afternoon concerts held at AMUZ. Concert tickets are not included in the meal prices stated.
STARTER, choice of:
Courgette, pesto and mascarpone soup
Quinoa, smoked salmon and hummus salad topped with roasted almonds
MAIN COURSE, choice of:
Thai chicken and vegetable curry with jasmine rice
Grilled cod fillet with mousseline sauce, parsnip mash and leek
Warm salad with roasted sweet potato, goats cheese, cherry tomatoes and balsamic vinegar crème
Advance reservation required.
Diabolus in Musica takes you on a journey to the Papal Palace in Avignon, where major manuscripts were created in a magnificently wealthy setting. They have not been sung from since the 14th century.
Experience the Messe de Tournai, written exclusively for male voices, in an inimitable version by the three singers of Trio Mediaeval. This mediaeval work is programmed alongside the contemporary Words of the Angel by Ivan Moody: a combination that promises to result in a mystical evening!