Lute

The lute genre embraces the delicate and nuanced repertoire of one of the most venerable stringed instruments in Western music history. Its music is largely rooted in the Renaissance and Baroque periods, characterized by intricate fingerwork and a rich polyphonic texture that demands both technical mastery and interpretative grace from the performer. The genre often features dance forms, such as allemandes and courantes, as well as fantasias and variations. The tonal quality of the lute, with its deep, resonant bass and clear, singing treble, creates a distinctive sound that is intimate and expressive. Artists who have dedicated their craft to this genre not only aim to revive historical accuracy in playing techniques and ornamentation but also to convey the timeless emotional depth contained within the compositions they perform, maintaining the lute's legacy as a subtle yet powerful conveyer of musical artistry.

Marco Marazzoli: Cantatas of Peace and Pleasure

Carlotta Colombo•

Aaron Sheehan•

Mauro Borgioni•

Paul O'Dette•

Stephen Stubbs

Album - 27 Tracks - Released October 23, 2025