Stefano Gervasoni: De Tinieblas — Kairos CD
Stefano Gervasoni: De Tinieblas is a contemporary choral and electronic composition issued by Kairos on one disc. Inspired by José Ángel Valente’s poetry and the French Baroque Leçons de Ténèbres tradition, it offers a focused 49-minute program exploring darkness through layered voices and electronics.
At a glance
- Contemporary choral and electronic composition by Stefano Gervasoni.
- Draws on José Ángel Valente’s prose-poem cycle Tres lecciones de tinieblas, rather than the biblical Lamentations of Jeremiah.
- Uses layered vocal textures and electronics to explore darkness as a space for transformation and revelation.
Pros and cons
Pros
- A concise 49-minute program suits listeners seeking a focused contemporary-music selection.
- The work combines choral writing and electronics with literary and spiritual inspirations.
Technical specifications
6 specifications| Artist and title | Stefano Gervasoni: De Tinieblas |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kairos |
| Number of discs | 1 |
| Language | English |
| Dimensions listed | 5.59 x 4.92 x 0.39 inches; 3.17 ounces |
|---|---|
| Run time | 49 minutes |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners exploring contemporary choral music and electronic composition.
- Fans of Stefano Gervasoni or works inspired by José Ángel Valente’s poetry.
Less suited to
- Buyers seeking a traditional French Baroque setting of the biblical Lamentations of Jeremiah.
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of music is De Tinieblas?
The listing describes it as a contemporary composition combining choral textures and electronics.
What inspired the composition?
It draws on José Ángel Valente’s Tres lecciones de tinieblas and the tradition of the French Baroque Leçons de Ténèbres.
How long is the program?
The listed runtime is 49 minutes.
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