The Leuven Chansonnier (1 to 3)

Rediscovered by chance at an auction, a long-forgotten 1470 manuscript—now known as the Leuven Chansonnier—has been brought back to life through music. Its rebirth takes the form of a 4-CD set by Anna Danilevskaia and her ensemble, Sollazzo, that revives the musical splendour of the French court in the Loire Valley.

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1/3 – From Louvain to New York: the discovery of a manuscript
Anna Danilevskaia: My 7 years with the Leuven Chansonnier

As the director of Sollazzo Ensemble, she dedicated seven years of her life to a 1470 manuscript: a forgotten musical treasure brought back to life!

by Anna Danilevskaia 10 April 2025
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2/3 – From manuscript to studio: the complete recording in four CDs
Anna Danilevskaia: the four-album journey of the Leuven Chansonnier

After the rediscovery of the manuscript, Anna Danilevskaia and Sollazzo were given the opportunity to record it in full.

by Anna Danilevskaia 17 April 2025
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3/3 – From archive to stage: reliving 1470 today
Anna Danilevskaia: Bringing the Leuven Chansonnier to life for today’s audiences

Through years of immersion in 15th-century music, Sollazzo Ensemble has gradually grown attuned to its distinctive rhythm, shaped by repetition and melancholy.

by Anna Danilevskaia 24 April 2025