Charpentier : Messe de Minuit

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While the Te Deum brought Charpentier fame, the Messe de Minuit fully showcases his genius, gracefully blending the sacred and the secular. Inspired by popular melodies, it captivates with its freshness, joy, and refinement. Gaétan Jarry and the ensemble Marguerite Louise bring out its fervour and the true spirit of Christmas.More details

MARC-ANTOINE CHARPENTIER (1643-1704)
MESSE DE MINUIT H. 9

Noëls sur les instruments, H. 534 – Dialogus inter angelos et pastores Judeæ In Nativitatem Domini, H. 420
Dixit Dominus, H. 202 – Ô Créateur, H. 531

Caroline Arnaud · Romain Champion · Mathias Vidal · David Witczak

Chœur et Orchestre Marguerite Louise
Gaétan Jarry, artistic direction and grand organ

While the famous Te Deum secured Charpentier’s place in history, it was undoubtedly his Messe de Minuit that most contributed to his renown. True to Charpentier’s genius, this mass is a perfect synthesis of the secular and the sacred, popular melodies and
refined composition, offering a piece of remarkable originality and joy. These melodies, familiar to all, peasants and gentlemen alike, are enriched by orchestral parts and interwoven with subtle counterpoint and renewed harmony. The pleasure of music is thus offered to everyone : to recognise a familiar tune, or to grasp its extraordinary arrangement. Under the direction of Gaétan Jarry, the Marguerite Louise ensemble sublimates these Latin oratorios and French pastorals, infusing the Christmas celebration with unparalleled fervour !

Recorded from December 6th to 10th 2024 at the Royal Chapel of the Château de Versailles.

Booklet French/English - Duration : 77'53.

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