II / THOUSAND YEARS OF MUSIC ISSUE II / LP C 10--07015-16Product Details:Label: C 10--07015-16Series: / Thousand Years of MusicFormat:Vinyl, LP, StereoCountry:USSRReleased:1979Genre:ClassicalOverviewThis remarkable LP features" "(Danielis Ludus), a 12th-century Latin musical drama, also known as a liturgical play, demonstrating the early development of Christian medieval theatrical music. As part of theThousand Years of Musicseries, this album showcases the intricate interplay of sacred and dramatic elements found in medieval European music. The music is rich with Gregorian chants, recitatives, and lyrical choral sections that mirror the style of religious dramas, drawing influence from early polyphony.Performed by the esteemedHortus Musicusensemble under the direction of Andres Mustonen, the music is brought to life with a historical performance approach that seeks to recreate the nuances of the era. The dramatic content focuses on the biblical story of the prophet Daniel, drawing upon the dramatic tension of his time in captivity and his prophetic visions. The drama is infused with vibrant vocal and instrumental performances that capture the essence of this ancient form of religious theatre.The"Danielis Ludus"composition has been preserved from ancient manuscripts and continues to inspire listeners with its blend of piety, theatricality, and early music composition techniques. This performance is an essential listen for those interested in the history of sacred music and liturgical theatre.Track Listing:A1:Opening SceneA2:Dialogues of the ProphetsA3:Choral InterludeA4:Prophetic VisionB1:The Entrance of King DariusB2:The Prophecy of DanielB3:The SacrificeB4:Final Choral Hymn 28:45Key Credits:Pressed By: Engineer:M. Ensemble:Hortus MusicusArtistic Director: Written By:Unknown Artist (12th Century)Conductor: Box #152