Michael Popp is a German musician and medieval music specialist best known as the founder of the ensemble Estampie. Since the 1980s, he’s dedicated his career to reviving medieval sounds through meticulous research and performances on authentic instruments like hurdy-gurdy, harp, and lute. His work often focuses on historical figures like Hildegard von Bingen and Thibaut de Champagne, blending scholarly rigor with accessible arrangements. Recent projects, such as *Middle Ages - Churches & Cathedrals* and *Estampie: Materia Mystica*, showcase his passion for themes like crusader songs, liturgical drama (*Ludus Danielis*), and the intersection of love and chivalry in medieval folk traditions. Popp’s releases balance earthy folk energy with the ethereal mysticism of the Middle Ages, making ancient music feel fresh without losing its historical soul.
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