Bonum Vinum

This vivacious Latin drinking song celebrates the joy of good wine. The anonymous composer paints a picture of monastic life where the abbot and prior enjoy the best vintage, while the rest of the community makes do with something lesser, drinking their troubles away. It is a delightful example of secular part-music from the Renaissance, a period rich in secular vocal genres. Set for SATB choir, it offers a chance to engage with witty, spirited texts that reveal a lighter side of historical musical expression, adding a touch of humour and conviviality to any concert program.