Masterpieces of Mexican polyphony: Franco, López Capillas, Gutiérrez de Padilla, De Salazar (1990)

"...The musicians {in the newly conquered Mexico} and their repertoire showed every characteristic of their Spanish origin. It was music by Morales that moved the assembly so much when the death of Charles V was commemorated in 1558. It was Morales whose works, especially his Magnificats, formed the basis and most lasting influence in the New World churches and cathedrals. Of composers not Spanish, there is no doubt that Palestrina became the most popular all the way from Cuzco, Lima, Quito and Bogotá to Guatemala and the numerous cathedrals of Mexico itself." (fragment uit de hoestekst) 'If like me, your knowledge of Mexican music was previously, shall we say undeveloped, you may similarly be stunned by the treasures unveiled here' (The Music Magazine) 'This is a magnificent recording. Pure Mexican gold' (Gramophone) 'Unusual, timely, interesting, and beautiful' (Fanfare, USA)