BRILLIANT CLASSICS Brilliant Classics Monteverdi Edition - Vocal Music CD Set

Experience a comprehensive collection of vocal music by Claudio Monteverdi (1567-1643) with this substantial set from Brilliant Classics. This edition brings together the extensive work undertaken by Krijn Koetsveld and the singers of Le Nuove Musiche. The collection covers all nine books of madrigals, along with essential pieces from the Selva Morale e Spirituale (1641) and the posthumous Messa a quattro voci ed salmi (1650). Listeners can explore the so-called Fragments, which consist of individual works by Monteverdi found in the collections of others. This set also includes a cycle of operas directed by Sergio Vartolo, featuring casts of Italian early music specialists. This collection provides a deep look into the evolution of Monteverdi's vocal compositions and operatic contributions, making it a significant addition for collectors of classical music.