Bologna Cappella Musicale di St. Petronio

The Cappella Musicale di San Petronio is a renowned Italian choir steeped in history, directly connected to the Basilica di San Petronio in Bologna. Founded way back in 1436, they've been making music for nearly six centuries! Originally dedicated to performing the liturgical music for the Basilica, the Cappella has grown into a significant force in the world of sacred music, performing and recording works from across the centuries, with a particular focus on Renaissance polyphony. Think Palestrina, Gabrieli, and the like – they're experts in bringing this beautiful and complex music to life.

Over the years, the Cappella Musicale di San Petronio has worked with some seriously impressive conductors and musicians, further cementing their reputation for excellence. Their recordings, like the recent "Messe Mantovane" series and their explorations of Palestrina's masses, offer a glimpse into the rich musical heritage they represent and continue to cultivate. They're not just preserving the past, though; the Cappella also commissions and performs new works, ensuring that the tradition of sacred music at San Petronio continues to thrive in the 21st century.

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