Michel Godard - Castel del Monte II (2002)

Following the extraordinary statement of "Castel del Monte", French tuba and serpent player Michel Godard felt even more fascinated by this magical building and returned to Apulia for a second trip through times and cultures. Accompanied by some leading Italian and French improvisers like Gabriele Mirabassi and Vincent Courtois, Godard also called for the services of renowned Italian Ensemble Calixtinus who are specialized in Mediterranean music such as Gregorian Chants. More than just a follow-up to a successful album, "Castel Del Monte II" explores new facets for this imaginary synthesis of Middle Ages, Mediterranean folk tradition and contemporary improvisation. Probably the "star" of this production is the rare serpent, a deep-voiced wind instrument of serpentine shape, two and a half meters long, that was developed in the 18th century out of medieval predecessors. Its mysterious sound is a natural bridge between the cultural openness of Frederick II. and today's Dark Ages. (Enja Records ENJ-9431 2)




Tracks:

*01.- Princess Song
*02.- Psalmodia Serpent
*03.- Stupor Mundi
*04.- Magnificat
*05.- Pietre di Luce
*06.- Cantiga de Santa Maria
*07.- Acqua, Aria, Fioco, Terra
*08.- The Front Door
*09.- Penthé(il)ée
*10.- Introduction
*11.- Puer Apuliae
*12.- Il Manto Porpora
*13.- Psalmodia Clarinet
*14.- Tintinnabulum
*15.- Kyrie
*16.- Tourne Ton Esprit


Personnel:

*Michel Godard: serpent, tuba
*Linda Bsiri: voice
*Gabriele Mirabassi: clarinet
*Vincent Courtois: cello
*Marie Ange Petit: percussion

+ Ensemble Calixtinus,
dir. by Gianni De Gennaro
Gianni De Gennaro, Nicola Nesta, Massimo La Zazzera, Alexandro Quarta, Dario D'Abbico, Cossimo Giovine, Francesco Regina, Gaetano Magarelli: voices, viella, lute, recorder










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