Journal Intime De Roland De Lassus / Aus Den Tagebüchern Des Orlando Di Lasso / From The Diary Of Orlando Di Lasso

Released in 1982 by the label Musique en Wallonie, this recording represents a unique attempt to frame the vocal works of the late Renaissance master Orlando di Lasso within a narrative context. The project was conceived as an evocative blend of musicology and dramatization, utilizing texts and spoken word performances by Raymond Gérôme alongside musical interpretations by Dialogo Musicale under the direction of Hans Ludwig Hirsch. The production aimed to humanize the historical figure of the composer by juxtaposing his complex polyphonic compositions with fictionalized journal entries, creating a bridge between scholarly appreciation of his music and a broader public interest in his biography.

The album serves as a reflection of the 1980s movement to revitalize interest in the Franco-Flemish polyphonists, particularly within the cultural landscape of the Walloon region. Musique en Wallonie sought to highlight the legacy of Lassus, who was born in the region, by positioning his works in an accessible, albeit unconventional, theatrical format. While the stylistic choice to mix spoken word and period-accurate music was distinct, it remains a notable example of the era's experimentation with historical storytelling, appealing primarily to those interested in the confluence of early music performance and regional cultural identity.