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Antwerp Requiem

cantoLX, B’Rock Orchesta and conductor Frank Agsteribbe present Antwerp Requiem c. 1650, an album showcasing the exceptional wealth of musical life in Antwerp in the age of Rubens. Philippus van Steelant’s recently-rediscovered Requiem settings are unique in their exuberant splendour, tied to a funerary culture that embraced the glory of life.

"The music of Philippus van Steenlant deserves to be performed by a group of excellent musicians... It is a rediscovery that is of great importance for understanding the art of 17th century Antwerp - as if you hear a painting by Rubens set to music. I am sure that listeners will be impressed by this music."

Frank Agsteribbe