Following countertenor Jakub Józef Orliński’s previous album, programmed around a single theme of sacred arias (“Anima Sacra”, 2018), this album uses the same group of musicians and main collaborator, musicologist Yannis François. The current release examines the theme of a male lover in the Baroque era.

Comparing the two albums, it’s clear Orliński’s voice has evolved. He is still supremely lyrical even in the most turbulent of arias, yet his voice now shows deeper shades as well as superb control over his falsetto and vibrato. That, along with his inherent feel for tempo and clear Italian diction, make for a highly enjoyable listen throughout.