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Diadema

Track Listings

1. O Pulchrae Facies
2. O Lucidissima Apostolorum Turba
3. O Euchari
4. O Virga AC Diadema
5. O Successores Fortissimi Leonis
6. Spiritui Sancto
7. Cum Vox Sanguinis

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Hildegard von Bingen: Heavenly Revelations
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  • Hildegard von Bingen: Heavenly Revelations ~ Hildegard of B
  • STERENCE SINGS FOR EUCHARIUS AND DISIBOD
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Hildegard von Bingen: Heavenly Revelations

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ASIN: B00000141Q
Release Date: 1995-07-18

Tracks:

  1. O Euchari
  2. Alleluia - O Virga Mediatrix
  3. Ave Generosa
  4. Laus Trinitati
  5. Kyrie
  6. O Presul Vere
  7. O Ignis Spiritus
  8. Procession From 'Ordo Virtutum'
  9. O Pastor Animarum
  10. O Viridissima Virga
  11. O Virga Ac Diadema

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Amazing, but not what I was looking for.......2006-10-06

I bought this album to explore more tracks by Hildegard after listening to one of her songs on an anthology. This music crosses centuries, languages, and religions, I feel. I am not a Christian, and the reason I listen to Georgian Chant is to study, because it focuses my thoughts exponentially. It completely drowns out the noise of the world and helps to gather my ideas. This did not get 5 stars because it wasn't what I was looking for. I wanted to hear tracks with a mixed gender choir but this album only goes from single male/male choir to single female/female choir, on alternating tracks.

This is still an excellent study aid and should be recommended for use as much as pencils and pens.

5 out of 5 stars Outstanding music and performances!.......2005-08-31

The music in this CD is simply outstanding! I was very surpised when I bought this CD and discovered that it surpasses many other more "colourful" recordings of Hildegard's music (regardless of the price.)

For those who are not interested in aesthetic, artistic or musical merit but who are simply looking for "relaxing" music for contemplation, meditation etc, I am very pleased to say that this is probably the most relaxing and peaceful music I've ever heard (and I've tried many.) Its healing effect on my mind and nervous system is almost instant and that in a very balanced and harmonious way.

Highly higly highly recommended.

5 out of 5 stars Hildegard von Bingen: Heavenly Revelations ~ Hildegard of B.......2005-05-11

To the modern ear and mind Hildegard of Bingens sounds very different. There are no instruments and the vocals are sung in unison and not as seperate to vocals but united as one. This might sound simplistic and many would say that because she lacked formal training. This is based on feelings rather logic and one can sense that they are jelous of her natural ability to write music. The lyrics are amazing, the vocals are not as easy to sing as they sound and Hillegard of Bingen was and is still today an amazing composer and lyricist.

5 out of 5 stars STERENCE SINGS FOR EUCHARIUS AND DISIBOD.......2004-01-26

It was a distressing surprise to find that my Oxford Companion to Music does not even contain an entry for Hildegard of Bingen. I had half-heard some broadcast discussion of her a few years back, but anything I know about her really comes from the liner notes with this disc, fortunately among the better specimens of their kind that I have encountered recently.

Hildegard was abbess of a distinctly upmarket Benedictine convent located near Bingen-am-Rhein in the early 12th century. She was clearly a formidable woman, being a seer and visionary consulted by Popes and potentates, a writer on scientific matters and a poet and composer as well. This disc contains 55 minutes or so of selections from her `Symphony of the Harmony of Divine Revelations', a collection of poems in her own highly individual and vigorous version of the Latin of the time, set to her own music. The music has a distant resemblance to the Gregorian chant, believed to have originated around the 8th century. It is all monody, though some of the numbers are accompanied by a sustained background note, originating exactly where and how I could not be sure. The music contains some flourishes that would have been out of place in the plainsong but which seem natural enough in the context of her spiritual-carnal imagery. This can be downright weird here and there. My recollection is still boggling at

Nunc sit laus Deo
In forma pulchre tonsure
Viriliter operante

`Now let there be praise to God in the form of a beautiful tonsure working in manly mode'.

There is an excerpt from her musical morality-drama the Ordo Virtutum, in which an assemblage of Virtues battle with the devil for control of a woman's soul, but most of the numbers are in praise of either the Trinity, the Blessed Virgin, or saints Eucharius and Disibod. I have not in my life so far encountered anyone named after these saints, but one of the admirable Oxford Camerata rejoices in the first name Sterence, so I suppose there may be some Eucharii and Disibods out there too. The words are given in full, with English translation, both absolute essentials as far as this music is concerned. The liner note is admirably honest in refusing to take a critical position regarding the real quality and worth of such unfamiliar stuff, and I propose to follow its example. I bought this disc for curiosity, for my own education and out of a general wish to support the production of out-of-the-way music. Rating it in the matters where I feel competent to rate it, I am happy to report that the singing is of the highest order of professionalism, exactly what one has come to expect from any Summerly production, and that the recording is admirable too.

5 out of 5 stars delightfully pure.......2000-04-02

for someone interested in early music this is a good place to start- von bingen's visions speak to us across nine centuries.

liner notes are minimal, as is the case with most NAXOS titles, but lyrics in latin and english are provided, which is nice.

oxford camerata is amazing- many of the solo sections for female voice soar with great beauty. the choice of recording location (chapel of hertford college, oxford) adds a tiny bit of acoustic abience without being distracting.

how can you go wrong at the price?
Voices Of Ascension: From Chant To Renaissance
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  • The best early choral music recording I've heard!
Voices Of Ascension: From Chant To Renaissance
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ASIN: B0000006ZX
Release Date: 2002-01-08

Tracks:

  1. Hildegard of Bingen: O virga ac diadema
  2. Palestrina: Sitivit anima mea
  3. Byrd: Justorum animae
  4. Isaac: Sanctus
  5. Josquin: Ave Christe
  6. Dufay: Alma Redmptoris Mater
  7. Byrd: Rejoice, rejoice
  8. (chant): Kyrie eleison
  9. Palestrina: Surge illuminare
  10. (chant): Sanctus
  11. Tallis: In ieiunio et fletu
  12. Palestrina: Hodie Christus Natus Est
  13. Byrd: Sing joyfully
  14. Farrant: Lord, for thy tender mercy's sake
  15. Hildegard of Bingen: Ave generosa
  16. Byrd: Miserere mei, Deus
  17. (anonymous): Rejoice in the Lord alway - Anonymous
  18. (chant): Ave Verum Corpus
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  23. Weelkes: Hosanna to the Son of David
  24. Weelkes: Alleluia, I heard a voice

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5 out of 5 stars The best early choral music recording I've heard!.......1999-07-25

This is a stunning recording, including well-known and not-so-well-known works.
Hildegard von Bingen: Symphoniae
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    ASIN: B0001HQ2SQ
    Release Date: 2004-03-29

    Tracks:

    1. O Quam Mirabilis Est
    2. O Pulchare Facies (De Virginibus)
    3. O Virga. Ac Diadema Purpurae Regis
    4. Instrumental
    5. O Clarissima Mater (De Sancta Maria)
    6. Instrumental
    7. Spiritual Sancto Honor Sit (De Undecim Milibus Virginibus)
    8. O Virtus Sapientiae
    9. O Lucidissima Apostolorum
    10. Instrumental
    11. O Successores Fortissimi Leonis (De Confessoribus)
    12. O Vos, Felices Radices (De Patriarchis Et Prophetis)
    13. Instrumental
    14. Vos Flores Rosarum (De Martyribus)
    Voices of Angels
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    • A soaring spirit
    • Crystal clear, unearthly melodies.
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    1. Voices Of Ascension: From Chant To Renaissance

    ASIN: B000000713
    Release Date: 1997-09-30

    Tracks:

    1. O virga ac diadema
    2. O viridissima virga
    3. Vos flores rosarum
    4. O Ecclesia
    5. Columba aspexit
    6. Et Ideo
    7. O Euchari columba
    8. O Pastor animarum
    9. O clarissima mater
    10. Caritas Abundat
    11. O presul vere civitatis
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    To the Hildegard canon we must enthusiastically add this first-class recording, an absorbing collection of chants that highlights the exceptional work of the legendary Abbess. Beginning with a lengthy solo hymn of praise to Mary, the program features some of Hildegard's most beautiful melodies and most compelling poetry. Included are hymns to the martyr St. Ursula, an eloquent tribute to the Holy Spirit, and a song about Eve, the "woman who brought sin to the world," contrasted with Mary, "the woman who brought healing." Performances by the women of the critically acclaimed Voices of Ascension choir are notable for their purity of tone, unity of phrasing and intonation, and sensitivity to even the most subtle inflection and dynamic shadings. --David Vernier

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    5 out of 5 stars A soaring spirit.......2005-10-22

    The music on this CD comes from the great Hildegard of Bingen, one of the towering female figures from the Middle Ages. Hildegard is not only one of the few women whose name has come down to us from the Middle Ages, but one of the few composers of any sort whose name survives together with his or her compositions. Hildegard was a sort of Renaissance woman before the Renaissance, whose fame spread in her lifetime such that she was advisor of monarchs and popes, as well as a significant creative and mystical figure.

    This recording was done to be released in 1998, the 900th birthday of Hildegard - that her music continues to be performed, and continues to inspire generations of listeners religious and not is a remarkable feat for any composer of any age.

    The Voices of Ascension, under the direction of Dennis Keene, opted for this recording to feature only female voices. The soprano group includes Margery Daley, Michele Eaton, Eileen Clark Reisner, Ellen Taylor Sisson, Arlene Travis, and Alessandra Visconti. The alto group includes Margery Daley, Megan Friar, Denise Kelly, Alexandra Montano, Esther Mullens, Liz Norman, and Ellen Taylor Sisson. Montano, Eaton and Visconti are featured soloists on certain tracks, along with Kathy Theil.

    The recording includes hymns to St. Ursula (one of the special subjects of devotion of Hildegard - look for the Anonymous 4 recording of the works in honour of St. Ursula), hymns to the Holy Spirit, and pieces for liturgical and office singing.

    For this performance, the Voices of Ascension singers have kept embellishments to a minimum, singing things in a more pure style. The result is an absolutely stunning musical style full of clarity and possessing a soaring spirit.

    The first edition of this disc comes with a die-cut card of the cover art, which features a modern icon of Hildegard from the National Cathedral in Washington, DC, as well as 28-page booklet with commentary, Latin texts and English translations, and biographies and pictures of the performers.


    4 out of 5 stars Crystal clear, unearthly melodies........1998-11-10

    What lovliness! I am transported by the voices of these women to Hildegaard's abbey. The poetry of these chants should not be overlooked either. Read the liner notes and get the translations. They are gorgeous.
    Sanctus: 1000 Years of Sacred Music (Box Set)
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      Hildegard: Symphonia Armonie Celestium Revelationum; Birgitta: Cantus Sororum / Les Flamboyants
      Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
      • Mystical Medieval Magic
      Hildegard: Symphonia Armonie Celestium Revelationum; Birgitta: Cantus Sororum / Les Flamboyants
      Les Flamboyants
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      Release Date: 2000-09-16

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      1. Hildegard von Bingen - Symphonia Armonie Celestium Revelationum/Antiphon: Hodie aperuit nobis clausa porta
      2. Birgitta von Schweden - Cantus Sororum/Antiphon: Annuntietur in universa terra
      3. Hildegard - Symphonia.../Antiphon: O frodens virga
      4. Birgitta - Cantus.../Antiphon: Latuit
      5. Birgitta - Cantus.../O virgo
      6. Hildegard - Symphonia.../O viridissima virga
      7. Hildegard - Symphonia.../O victoriosissimi triumphatores
      8. Birgitta - Cantus.../Benedictus sis tu
      9. Birgitta - Cantus.../Iam Iaetaris
      10. Hildegard - Symphonia.../Sequence: O virga ac diadema
      11. Hildegard - Symphonia.../Antiphon: Caritas habundat in omnia
      12. Birgitta - Cantus.../Christe Patris excelsi
      13. Hildegard - Symphonia.../Ave Maria

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      The Scandinavian ensemble Les Flamboyants has paired the now-famous Hildegard von Bingen with a lesser-known composer, the 14th-century nun St. Birgitta of Sweden. While both women composed plainchant, their styles differ quite markedly: Hildegard wrote extravagantly visionary texts and long, luxuriant melodies that cover up to two octaves; Birgitta's music is more subdued, with a narrower vocal range and a less rhapsodic style. Les Flamboyants provide atmospheric performances (including four semi-improvised instrumental pieces based on Hildegard's and Birgitta's music), though the flute trailing along behind the singers is some pieces is distracting. --Matthew Westphal

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      5 out of 5 stars Mystical Medieval Magic.......2006-08-27


      This stirring spiritual album contains songs, symphonies and antiphons of Hildegard of Bingen and Birgitta of Sweden. The music is performed by Miriam Andersen, Kelly Landerkin and Marilia Vargas (vocals), Susanne Ansorg on medieval fiddle and Michael Form on recorder flute. Tracks 2,4,5,8, 9 and 12 come from Birgitta's Cantus Sonorum whilst 1,3,6,7,10, 11 and 13 are from Hildegard's Symphonia Harmoniae Caelestium Revelationum.

      Of Birgitta's music, the most uplifting is the magnificent Annuntietur In Universa Terra, whilst Latuit and O Virga are more subdued Latin prayers. Iam laetaris is joyful with a more complex structure and Christe Patris Excelsi is a long piece with lovely interplay between recorder and fiddle.

      My favorite amongst Hildegard's compositions is the antiphon Hodie Aparuit Nobis Clausa Porta. Other lovely songs include O Viridissima Virga with its soaring voices over the drone-like fiddle, the long and somber number O Virga Ac Diadema and the comforting Caritas Habundat In Omnia.

      The album is a perfect introduction to the mystical Christian music of the middle ages. The sound has a soothing and uplifting effect on the spirit. I also recommend Monk And The Abbess: Music of Hildegard von Bingen and Meredith Monk.
      Ancient Music for a Modern Age
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      • beautiful voices bring medieval music to the modern world
      • Wonderful!
      Ancient Music for a Modern Age
      Hildegard of Bingen , Bishop of Troyes Ato , Anonymous , Codex Las Huelgas Anonymous , Cantigas de Santa Maria Anonymous , Alfonso X (el Sabio) , Benjamin Bagby , Barbara Thornton , and Sequentia
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      ASIN: B000003FLA
      Release Date: 1993-08-24

      Tracks:

      1. O Pulchrae Facies
      2. O Adiutor
      3. Audi, Pontus; Audi, Tellus
      4. Palnge, Castella Misera
      5. O Gloriosa Dei Gentrix
      6. O Virga Ac Diadema Purpurae Regis
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      9. Pero Que Seja A Gente
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      11. Instrumental Piece
      12. Sobelos Fondos Do Mar
      13. 'Kharjas' Garid Vos Ay Yermanellas

      Customer Reviews:

      5 out of 5 stars beautiful voices bring medieval music to the modern world.......2002-02-09

      As an extensive collector of medieval music I have listened to many cds that present 12th century music. Sequentia is one of the best performance groups of this type of music. Their harmonies are clear and crisp. The music reaches out from the dark ages and touches the modern listner with its beauty.

      5 out of 5 stars Wonderful!.......1999-01-01

      This cd is an amazing journey into medieval choral music. Sequentia is true to the music, and performs it beautifully. There is a depth to this cd, and with every new listen there's more to hear.
      Hildegard von Bingen: Symphoniae
      Average customer rating: Not rated
        Hildegard von Bingen: Symphoniae

        Manufacturer: Deutsche Harmonia Mun
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

        Hildegard of BingenHildegard of Bingen | ( H ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Early Music | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Sacred & Religious | Classical | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Classical | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
        OratoriosOratorios | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
        ASIN: B000026NDI
        Release Date: 1989-01-01

        Tracks:

        1. O Quam Mirabilis Est
        2. O Pulchrae Facies
        3. O Virga Ac Diadema Purpurae Regis
        4. Instrumental Piece
        5. O Clarissima Mater
        6. Instrumental Piece
        7. Spiritui Sancto Honor Sit
        8. O Virtus Sapientiae
        9. O Lucidissima Apostolorum Turba
        10. Instrumental Piece
        11. O Successores Fortissimi Leonis
        12. O Vos, Felices Radices
        13. Instrumental Piece
        14. Vos Flores Rosarum
        Diadema
        Average customer rating: Not rated
          Diadema
          Vox
          Manufacturer: Navarre Corporation/
          ProductGroup: Music
          Binding: Audio CD

          GeneralGeneral | Jazz | Styles | Music
          ASIN: B00000DTGN
          Release Date: 1992-06-19
          Hildegard Von Bingen
          Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
          • Highly-processed electronic Hildegard!
          • - not medieval music
          • Wonderful
          Hildegard Von Bingen
          Vox Diadema
          Manufacturer: Tang
          ProductGroup: Music
          Binding: Audio CD

          RockRock | Imports | Stores | Music
          ASIN: B0000075WX
          Release Date: 1996-07-08

          Tracks:

          1. O Pulchrae Facies
          2. O Lucidissima
          3. O Euchari
          4. O Virga Ac Diadema
          5. O Successores Fortissimi
          6. Spiritui Sancto
          7. Cum Vox Sanguinis

          Customer Reviews:

          5 out of 5 stars Highly-processed electronic Hildegard!.......1999-07-01

          An eclectic version of the Sybil of the Rhine (and very masterfully done, at that), but the domestic version is much less expensive: ASIN/B000001J5E

          2 out of 5 stars - not medieval music.......1998-08-04

          The vocal of this CD is satisfactory, however much of the rest of it is electronic music with a very new age sound. If you are looking for authentic medieval music, this is not the CD for you.

          5 out of 5 stars Wonderful.......1998-06-16

          It is hard to define the "type" of music, but this album is full of wonderful, soul-stirring music. One of my favorites.

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          2. Echoes of Love
          3. Eleanor McEvoy
          4. Escape of the Circus Ponies
          5. Flamenco Mystico
          6. Florina
          7. From Energy to Stillness
          8. Garden of Dreams
          9. Ghost Riders [Live]
          10. Gregorian Themes (Improvisations of Gregorian Chants)

          Meditation Music

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          Meditation Music

          Live in the Hood [Live]

          E-Motion: Contemporary Irish Works for Guitar

          Ferdinand Thieriot: Octet Op. 62; Quintet Op. 80

          Music: Serious Side of Ray Stevens

          Commercial Breaks [Import]

          DJ Feelgood Presents The F-111 House Session [Explicit Lyrics]

          Cimetiere Des Elephants [Import]

          Death Row: G.H. [Explicit Lyrics]

          Henry

          Book of Taliesyn [Import]

          Fallen Leaf [Original recording remastered] [Import]

          Coração De Aprendiz [Import]

          Connect [CD-single]

          Faded Pictures

          Miffology