Miguel de Fuenllana

Miguel de Fuenllana was a badass Spanish vihuela virtuoso and composer who lit up the 16th-century Renaissance music scene. Though details about his personal life are hazy (seriously, dude left *zero* selfies), his 1554 masterpiece *Orphénica Lyra* cemented his legacy as a vihuela rockstar. This massive collection of over 70 fantasías, duos, and vocal arrangements—like early remixes of Josquin des Prez tunes—showcased his genius for blending intricate polyphony with the lute-like vihuela’s shimmering sound.

Fuenllana likely rolled with royal circles, possibly serving Spain’s Philip II, and his works like *Fantasía 7* and *Fantasía 38* still slay today with their hypnotic counterpoint and emotional depth. Modern releases like *The Spanish Renaissance World of Miguel de Fuenllana* keep his music alive, proving that 450-year-old vihuela jams can still vibe with modern ears. No drama, no scandals—just pure, crispy Renaissance craftsmanship.

Genres

Folk

Classical

Chamber Music

Early Music

Renaissance

Sacred Music

Polyphony

Secular Music

Latest Release

Fantasía 7 (fol. 17)

Miguel de Fuenllana

Single - Released November 25, 2024