This 1981 album features René Jacobs performing 17th-century French airs de cour, showcasing the intimate and expressive vocal style of the period. The recording highlights the delicate interplay between voice and lute accompaniment.
- The album was recorded in April 1980 in the Église de Walcourt, Belgium.
- It features accompaniment by harpsichordist(s) and lutenist(s) from the ensemble Concerto Vocale.
- The repertoire includes works by composers such as Pierre Guédron, Antoine Boesset, and Étienne Moulinié.
René Jacobs is a Belgian countertenor and conductor, known for his interpretations of Baroque music. In 1981, he was a prominent figure in the early music revival, though his own recording career was still in its early stages.
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