Giacomo Gorzanis (c.1520 – c.1579) was an accomplished lutenist and composer of the Renaissance, revered particularly in Italy, his place of birth. Despite being blind from childhood, Gorzanis achieved mastery over the lute, becoming one of the most renowned musicians of his time. His compositions are a testament to the vibrancy and technical prowess of sixteenth-century lute music, and they reflect a deep understanding of the instrument's potential for both nuanced expression and complex polyphony.

Gorzanis' works were often characterized by their rich ornamentation and innovative use of harmony. Over his lifetime, he published several books of lute music, contributing significantly to the repertoire with a plethora of dances, fantasias, and napolitane—a type of Italian secular song. Recent releases such as "Gorzanis 1567 - Lute Dances on Every Fret," "Gorzanis: La barca del mio amore. Napolitane, balli e fantasie," and "Giacomo Gorzanis: Solo Lute Music" offer modern audiences a window into the elegance and complexity of his compositions, ensuring that Gorzanis' musical legacy continues to be celebrated and explored by both scholars and enthusiasts of Renaissance music.

Genres

Lute

Latest Release

Gorzanis 1567 - Lute Dances on Every Fret

Giacomo Gorzanis

Album - 31 Tracks - Released March 5, 2021