Monteverdi Vespers digital downloads available now
Following the recent special edition concert of our collaborative performance of Monteverdi’s 1610 Vespers with the fantastic Fiori Musicali, we are delighted to announce the release of two remarkable digital downloads. Purchase them now from Choir of the Earth’s shop to own and enjoy the high-quality audio tracks and concert videos forever!
Monteverdi’s Vespers of 1610
Immerse yourself in the complete Vespers of 1610 with our special edition performance, which brings together Fiori Musicali’s 2011 live recording of soloists and period instruments Christ Church Oxford, directed by Penelope Rapson, and the global voices of Choir of the Earth, as directed by Ben England BEM.
This transcendent production features over 8,000 individual vocal tracks, meticulously mixed in the recording studio with Fiori’s original performance by our specialist audio engineers, creating a powerful, enhanced choral experience.
Penelope Rapson, Director of Fiori Musicali, shared her thoughts on the final result:
"I was so intrigued by the concept of this project and by the passion of the Choir of the Earth team. The final product, given everything that went into it, is one of the most unique performances of Monteverdi I’ve heard."
By purchasing this release, you will receive access to:
All audio tracks from the Choir of the Earth/Fiori Musicali performance of Monteverdi’s 1610 Vespers in both WAV (higher quality) and MP3 (lower file size) formats
A cover art thumbnail (for use with digital music players)
A high-definition video (MP4 format) of the performance as seen at the special edition concert, which pairs this miraculous music with stunning scenes – relive this spectacular audiovisual experience in high quality as often as you like, even when you’re offline
This comprehensive digital pack costs £20, with all proceeds shared equally between Choir of the Earth and Fiori Musicali.
Experience the remarkable collaboration between Choir of the Earth and Fiori Musicali with this exclusive digital release of Monteverdi's Vespers of 1610.
Beginning with an original recording by Fiori Musicali under Penelope Rapson in 2011 at Christ Church, Oxford with sensational soloists and period instruments, this enhanced production integrates the global voices of Choir of the Earth, directed by Ben England BEM. Over 8,000 individual vocal tracks have been meticulously layered with Fiori’s original recording, resulting in a transcendent performance that spans time and geography.
When you purchase this digital release, you will receive access to download:
All audio tracks in MP3 (lower file size) and WAV (higher quality) formats.
A high definition video (MP4 format), pairing this miraculous music with stunning scenes - relive this spectacular audiovisual experience in high quality, even when you’re offline.
A cover art thumbnail
A track listing PDF
All proceeds from this release will directly and equally support both Choir of the Earth and Fiori Musicali.
Embrace this one-of-a-kind performance and be part of a musical journey that celebrates global collaboration and the timeless resonance of Monteverdi’s masterpiece.
Once purchased, you will receive an email containing a password-protected Dropbox link. You must not share either the link or your personal password with others - they are for personal use only.
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Nisi Dominus - A Cappella
Our special edition concert included a unique a cappella version of Nisi Dominus from the Vespers, performed unaccompanied by Choir of the Earth, allowing the raw beauty of the global choir’s voices to really shine.
By purchasing this release, you will receive access to:
The Nisi Dominus a cappella track in both WAV (higher quality) and MP3 (lower file size) formats
A cover art thumbnail (for use with digital music players)
The concert video of this stunning performance in high-definition video (MP4 format)
This very special digital download costs £5, with all proceeds benefitting Choir of the Earth.
We hope these digital performances bring you as much joy as we experienced in singing and creating them. Thank you for helping us continue to bring extraordinary choral projects to life and for supporting our community!
Experience the power and beauty of Choir of the Earth’s exclusive a cappella rendition of Nisi Dominus, one of the most dynamic movements from Monteverdi’s Vespers of 1610.
Under the direction of Ben England BEM, the international voices of Choir of the Earth bring a fresh perspective to this piece, delivering it entirely without orchestral accompaniment. This unique performance showcases the depth, intricacy and joy of Nisi Dominus, as well as the talents and clarity of our global choir.
When you purchase this digital release, you will receive access to download:
The Nisi Dominus track in both MP3 (lower file size) and WAV (higher quality) formats
A high-definition video (MP4 format), pairing this miraculous music with stunning scenes – relive this spectacular audiovisual experience in high quality, even when you’re offline
A cover art thumbnail
All proceeds from this release will support Choir of the Earth.
Once purchased, you will receive an email containing a password-protected Dropbox link. You must not share either the link or your personal password with others – they are for personal use only.
Got everything you need? Click here to go to your shopping cart.
