Canticum Novum is a French musical ensemble that specializes in reviving and reimagining historical sounds from the Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and European traditions. Led by director Emmanuel Bardon since the group’s formation, they’ve built a reputation for weaving together sacred and secular music from medieval, Ottoman, and early modern eras into vibrant, cross-cultural soundscapes. Their recent releases—like *SHIRUKU : Sur la route de la soie* (exploring Silk Road influences) or *Aasheyani* (celebrating Ottoman musical encounters)—showcase their knack for blending instruments like the oud, duduk, and medieval lute with vocals that shift between Arabic, Armenian, and European liturgical languages. Whether diving into the mystic hymns of St. Francis of Assisi’s time or bridging French and Armenian folk traditions in *Ararat*, Canticum Novum acts as a musical time traveler, connecting ancient harmonies with modern curiosity.
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