Concerto Italiano Performs Monteverdi’s Madrigals at Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ Amsterdam
Νοσταλγική, ωμή βραδιά classical
Piet Heinkade 1, 1019 BR Amsterdam, Netherlands
Claudio Monteverdi stands as the pivotal figure in the transition from the Renaissance to the Baroque era. His madrigals evolved from complex polyphony into transparent 'songs' that laid the groundwork for Italian opera. In this performance, the acclaimed ensemble Concerto Italiano, led by Rinaldo Alessandrini, explores Monteverdi's Third Book of Madrigals. This collection captures the composer's experimental use of dissonance and rhythm to serve the drama of secular poetry. Prior to the main performance, musicologist Saskia Törnqvist will host a lecture at 19:00 in the Grote Zaal, dissecting Monteverdi's innovative compositional techniques and his defiance of traditional rules.
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Who is performing in this concert?+
The concert features the acclaimed ensemble Concerto Italiano, led by director Rinaldo Alessandrini, with vocalists Monica Piccinini, Sonia Tedla, Maria Chiara Gallo, Andres Montilla, Raffaele Giordani, and Gabriele Lombardi.
Where is the venue located?+
The concert takes place at the Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ, located at Piet Heinkade 1, 1019 BR Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Is there an introductory talk?+
Yes, musicologist Saskia Törnqvist will host a lecture on Monteverdi's compositional techniques at 19:00 in the Grote Zaal.
What is the date of the event?+
The event is scheduled for December 2, 2026.
What kind of music can I expect?+
The program focuses on Claudio Monteverdi’s Third Book of Madrigals, highlighting the transition from Renaissance polyphony to the Baroque era.
