Alberto Turco is an esteemed Italian conductor and organist, renowned for his mastery and dedication to the sacred music tradition. Specializing in the performance and interpretation of early music, particularly of the Renaissance and Baroque periods, Turco's extensive expertise shines through in his exploration of historical organ music. His discography reflects a deep scholarly and artistic engagement with the works of seminal composers from these eras.

Turco's recent releases traverse a breadth of sacred works, including "Bottazzi: Choro et Organo," where he illuminates the delicate and intricate relationship between choral voices and the organ. In "Dal Barba: Requiem and Other Sacred Music," he delves into the poignant depths of the requiem mass. With "Cavazzoni: Complete Organ Music," he provides a comprehensive look at the organ repertoires of an influential composer of the 16th century. His recordings such as "Praetorius: Missa in Festo Sanctissimae Trinitatis" and "Girolamo Frescobaldi: Fiori musicali" demonstrate his skillful interpretation of liturgical compositions that have shaped the fabric of church music. Turco's work does not only preserve but also breathes new life into these historical masterpieces, ensuring that the legacy of early sacred music continues to inspire and resonate with contemporary audiences.

Genres

Gregorian Chant

Related Artists

Claudio Monteverdi

Johann Sebastian Bach

Antonio Vivaldi

Heinrich Schütz

Claudio Abbado

John Rutter

Girolamo Frescobaldi

Giovanni Gabrieli

John Eliot Gardiner

Jean-Philippe Rameau

Maurizio Pollini

Riccardo Muti

Latest Release

Misere mei Deus

Alberto Turco

Single - Released May 7, 2024