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Weep & Rejoice - Music for Holy Week from the convents of 17th century Italy
Cappella Artemisia
Weep & Rejoice - Music for Holy Week from the convents of 17th century Italy
Genre: Classical
 
A fascinating collection of vocal works written for use during Holy Week in 17th century Italian convents. works themselves were written by a variety of composers, including the nuns themselves. Sung and played by the fema...  more »

     
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All Artists: Cappella Artemisia
Title: Weep & Rejoice - Music for Holy Week from the convents of 17th century Italy
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Label: Brilliant Classics
Release Date: 3/25/2014
Genre: Classical
Styles: Opera & Classical Vocal, Symphonies
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1

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A fascinating collection of vocal works written for use during Holy Week in 17th century Italian convents. works themselves were written by a variety of composers, including the nuns themselves. Sung and played by the female choir Cappella Artimisia and a rich instrumental ensemble. The Cappella Artimisia, founded in 1991, has received critical and popular praise both for the rarity and originality of its repertoire. Booklet contains detailed liner notes.