It is a great delight to release this extract from Moneteverdi’s glorious Vespers.
I discovered from research that the whole piece was used for intercession for special needs facing the nation during the 16th and 17th centuries: especially wars, famines, plagues and such like threats. These prayers were written (and in many cases have been preserved) separately from the sung portions of the Vespers themselves.
At this time when the world is facing so many challenges, let’s write our own prayers and send them heaven-wards to accompany this glorious music!
With grateful thanks to Anthony Thompson and Kevin Ashman, who took the lead parts on the trumpet, and all the other anointed musicians.