Profeti Della Quinta

Profeti Della Quinta is a dynamic vocal ensemble specializing in Renaissance and early Baroque music, known for blending scholarly precision with vibrant performances. Founded in Basel, Switzerland, in the early 2000s, the group features singers and instrumentalists from Israel, Switzerland, and Italy, including director and bass singer Elam Rotem—a composer and early music specialist who also crafts new works inspired by historical styles. They’ve gained acclaim for reviving rarely heard gems, like Cipriano de Rore’s madrigals or Emilio de’ Cavalieri’s lamentations, while championing Rotem’s own compositions (check out *Quia amore langueo* for his spin on medieval themes). With recordings on labels like Pan Classics and Glossa, they bring warmth and authenticity to everything from introspective sacred motets to lively madrigals, often performing at early music festivals with a fresh, approachable energy. Think of them as time travelers with a knack for making 16th-century polyphony feel like it was written yesterday.

Genres

Early Music

A Cappella

Madrigal

Latest Release

Cipriano de Rore: Madrigals for four voices

Cipriano de Rore•

Profeti Della Quinta

Album - 14 Tracks - Released April 15, 2024