Short bio Hernando Franco
Full biography Hernando Franco
Hernando Franco (1532 - November 28, 1585) was a Spanish composer of the Renaissance. He was primarily active in Guatemala and Mexico. Franco is known for his sacred music compositions, particularly his motets and Magnificat-settings, of which about 40 are known to have survived to this day. He was highly regarded during his time and his works were performed in many churches across Mexico.
Franco's sacred music compositions are characterized by their polyphonic and contrapuntal style, which was popular during the Renaissance period. His works were often written for four voices and featured intricate harmonies and textures, with each voice contributing to the overall complexity of the piece.
Some of Franco's notable compositions include "secundi toni," "Peccalntem me quotidie," and "Memento mei." His works were highly influential in the development of sacred music in Mexico during the Renaissance.
Aside from his contributions to music, not much is known about Franco's life. Nevertheless, his works continue to be studied, performed, and admired by many to this day.
Compositions featuring Hernando Franco
| # | Name | Duration | Genre | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Magnificat on the Seventh Tone | 9:08 min | Choral | 1575 |
| 2 | Arbor Decora | 2:51 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 3 | Christus factus est, motet (attrib.) | 1:59 min | Choral | - |
| 4 | Dios Itlaco nantzine | 2:48 min | Choral | - |
| 5 | In il huicac cihuapille (Lady Queen of Heaven), hymn | 1:57 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 6 | Magnificat on tone 5, for 4 voices | 7:59 min | Choral | - |
| 7 | Magnificat secundi toni | 9:38 min | Choral | - |
| 8 | Memento Mei Deus, for chorus | 3:34 min | Choral | - |
| 9 | Missa Brevis a5 | 8:04 min | - | |
| 10 | Monstra te esse matrem | 1:35 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 11 | Regina Caeli | 2:52 min | Choral | - |
| 12 | Salve Regina | 9:55 min | Choral | - |
| 13 | Salve regina, for 5 voices | 9:36 min | Choral | - |
| 14 | Sancta Maria | 2:44 min | Choral | - |
Albums featuring Hernando Franco
| # | Сover | Name album | Year | Music label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
Cappella Cervantina, Horacio Franco - Franco, Fernandes, Lopez Capillas, Salazar, Sumaya, Guttierez De Padilla – Música Barroca Mexicana | 1997 | Quindecim Recordings |
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