(2007) Philippus de Monte; Motets, madrigals & chansons nbr_cd:1 This CD features seven of

This CD features seven of his compositions performed by the Basque National Orchestra (three together with the Andra Mari Choir) under the baton of the orchestra’s Musical Director Cristian Mandeal

these songs capture beauty and joy as well as doubt and affliction

The Duo Crommelynck has earned international recognition for their performances for piano four hands

Le Monde de la Musique

(2007) Philippus de Monte; Motets, madrigals & chansons nbr_cd:1 This CD features seven ofPhilippe de Monte was 47 years old in 1568 when he succeeded his Flemish compatriot Jacobus Vaet as Kapellmeister at the court in Vienna. At this age most composers were already at the end of their career; if not already deceased. No one at the time could have imagined that he would remain in this position for 35 years; first under Maximilian II; then under Rudolf II as of 1576; who then moved the court to Prague in 1580. De Monte did not pass away