Michel Corboz
Michel Corboz (1934–2021) was a Swiss conductor and choral master whose name became synonymous with luminous interpretations of Renaissance and Baroque sacred music. Best known as the founder of the Ensemble Vocal de Lausanne in 1961, he spent six decades bringing clarity and emotional depth to monumental works like Bach’s *Mass in B Minor* and Monteverdi’s sacred compositions. His discography—packed with grand oratorios (Mendelssohn’s *Paulus*), intricate madrigals, and Renaissance gems—showcases his knack for balancing scholarly rigor with vivid storytelling. Corboz had a special gift for making centuries-old music feel immediate, whether directing his own ensemble or collaborating with orchestras like the Gulbenkian Choir.
A champion of underappreciated repertoire, he also revived works like JC Bach’s *Fortepiano Concertos* and Venetian polyphony (*I dolci frutti* series), proving early music could thrill modern listeners. Though deeply connected to his Swiss roots (see *La Chanson de Lausanne*), his influence stretched globally, earning him a reputation as a humble giant in the choral world. Corboz’s legacy lives on in recordings that feel less like historical artifacts and more like living conversations with the past.
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