Presented by Cultuurcentrum De Ververij, Ronse

Cyprian De Rore, born in Ronse in 1515, was an internationally renowned polyphonic composer, of great significance for music history. His compositions were avant-garde for his time and a source of inspiration for other great composers.

On October 4, 2019, the American vocal ensemble Blue Heron, conducted by Scott Metcalfe, released a CD with the madrigal book by Cyprian De Rore: 'Cipriano de Rore: I madrigali a cinque voci'. A first, because it is the first time that this music by De Rore has been released in its entirety on CD.

The concert will be preceded by a lecture by Prof. Jessie Owens (USA). The lecture starts at 3.30 pm. and is free. You must reserve a ticket separately for the lecture.

Kim Leeds Mezzo-soprano
Martin Near Countertenor
Reginald Mobley Countertenor
Jason McStoots Tenor
Sumner Thompson Tenor
Paul Guttry Bass
Alessandro Quarta Actor

Scott Metcalfe, Director