This recording presents the complete Frammenti (fragments) by Claudio Monteverdi (1567-1643), which appeared in collections of sacred works by various composers, compiled and published by others. The Frammenti are mainly shorter choral works on sacred texts, often parts of psalms and hymns. Besides the polyphonic, madrigal-like pieces such as Adoramus te, Christe adoramus te and Domine ne in furore tuo, the often highly virtuosic duets and solo pieces stand out. Sometimes, as in Salve o regina, with written-out ornamentation that in turn teaches us a lot about the ornamentation Monteverdi envisaged. For the basso continuo, the musicians chose the following instruments: organ, theorbo, harpsichord and gamba in every conceivable combination. With this new recording Le Nuove Musiche conducted by Krijn Koetsveld presents a new highlight in their Monteverdi Pilgrimage, the projected recording of the complete works by Monteverdi. Their recording of the complete Madrigals received excellent reviews in the international press: “5 stars” (Volkskrant), “A polished, well-balanced sound… consistently musical and intelligent” (Early Music), “Again a convincing issue…excellent throughout” (Klassik.com), “Performance: 10. …an incredibly beautiful, excellent recording...”(Dutch magazine Luister). "Le Nuove Musiche easily withstands the comparison with most renowned ensembles in this particular repertoire. We hear it all: great singing talent, strong imagination, pure textual fidelity and diction, sharp-edged articulation in addition to a smooth phrasing, the ever-rhythmic rhythm with its striking stakes and that perfect sense of balance.” (Opus).