Short bio Michelagnolo Galilei
Full biography Michelagnolo Galilei
Michelagnolo Galilei was a notable Italian composer who lived during the Renaissance period and belonged to the famous Galilei family of musicians. He was born in Florence, Italy, in 1575, and was the son of the famous lutenist Vincenzo Galilei.
Michelagnolo Galilei began his musical career as a lutenist and played for many years in the Florentine court. However, he is most well-known for his compositions, particularly his vocal music. He wrote many madrigals and canzonettas, which were popular during his time.
Galilei's music had a distinct Renaissance sound, showcasing his mastery of polyphony and harmony. His compositions were often characterized by complex vocal lines and intricate counterpoint. In addition to his vocal music, Galilei also wrote instrumental music for solo lute and other instruments.
Among Galilei's most famous works are his madrigals, including "Il Primo Libro de Madrigali a Quattro Voci" and "Il Secondo Libro de Madrigali a Cinque Voci." His music was well-received during his lifetime, and his works were widely published and performed in Italy and other parts of Europe.
Galilei's legacy as a composer continues to inspire musicians today, and his music is still performed and studied in conservatories and universities around the world. He is considered a master of Renaissance polyphony and is remembered as one of the greatest musicians of his time.
Compositions featuring Michelagnolo Galilei
| # | Name | Duration | Genre | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Toccata for lute in G major | 1:58 min | Chamber Music | 1650 |
| 2 | Toccata for lute in C minor | 1:47 min | Chamber Music | 1650 |
| 3 | Toccata for lute in C major | 1:41 min | Chamber Music | 1650 |
| 4 | Toccata for lute in F major | 2:22 min | Chamber Music | 16?? |
| 5 | Sonata for lute in G minor (Primo Libro d'Intavolatura di Liuto) | 7:43 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 6 | Volta for lute No. 3 (from Primo Libro d'Intavolatura di Liuto) | 1:43 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 7 | Volta for lute No. 2 (from Primo Libro d'Intavolatura di Liuto) | 1:39 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 8 | Toccatas for guitar | 1:54 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 9 | Toccata-Corrente-Volta | 4:42 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 10 | Toccata Seconda | 1:51 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 11 | Toccata for lute in G minor | 1:55 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 12 | Toccata for lute in D minor | 7:06 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 13 | Correnta, for lute | 1:41 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 14 | Sonata for lute in G major (from Primo Libro d'Intavolatura di Liuto) | 5:32 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 15 | Sonata for lute in F minor (from Primo Libro d'Intavolatura di Liuto) | 8:51 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 16 | Sonata for lute in F major (Primo Libro d'Intavolatura di Liuto) | 4:56 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 17 | Sonata for lute in D minor (from Primo Libro d'Intavolatura di Liuto) | 14:08 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 18 | Sonata for lute in C minor (from Primo Libro d'Intavolatura di Liuto) | 9:35 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 19 | Sonata for lute in C major (from Primo Libro d'Intavolatura di Liuto) | 6:05 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 20 | Sonata for lute in B flat major (from Primo Libro d'Intavolatura di Liuto) | 5:16 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 21 | Sonata for lute in A minor (from Primo Libro d'Intavolatura di Liuto) | 7:33 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 22 | Passemezzo e saltarello, for lute (from Primo Libro d'Intavolatura di Liuto) | 5:33 min | Chamber Music | - |
| 23 | La Volta for guitar | 1:22 min | Chamber Music | - |
Albums featuring Michelagnolo Galilei
| # | Сover | Name album | Year | Music label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
Michelangelo Galilei, Axel Wolf (2) – Michelangelo Galilei(CD, Album) | 2018 | Oehms Classics |
| 2 |  |
Vivaldi, Lully, Monteverdi, Merula, Galilei, Marini, Purcell, Rameau, Handel, Telemann, Zelenka, Weiss, Bach - Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra, Jeanne Lamon, Alison Mackay – The Galileo Project(DVD, DVD-Video, NTSC, Stereo, CD, ) | 2012 | Tafelmusik Media |
| 3 |  |
Petro Paulo Borrono, Francesco Da Milano, Cesare Negri, Simone Molinaro, Michelagnolo Galilei, Alessandro Piccinini - Massimo Lonardi, Paul Beier – Italian Lute Music(CD, ) | 1999 | NUOVA ERA |
| 4 |  |
Michelagnolo Galilei, Paul Beier – Sonate Da Il Primo Libro D’Intavolatura Di Liuto (1620)(CD, Album) | 1990 | Nuova Era |
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