Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of British and French folk traditions with Benjamin Britten's "Folk Song Arrangements." This expansive collection, released in 2005, spans the composer's extensive career from 1943 to 1976, offering a unique perspective into his musical evolution. With a duration of over two hours, this album is a treasure trove of 52 meticulously arranged folk songs, showcasing Britten's mastery of choral and orchestral compositions.
The album is a blend of traditional folk melodies from the British Isles and France, each song carefully arranged to highlight the beauty and depth of these timeless tunes. From the hauntingly beautiful "The Salley Gardens" and "The Ash Grove" to the lively "The Lincolnshire Poacher" and "Early One Morning," each track is a testament to Britten's ability to breathe new life into classic folk songs.
In addition to the British and French folk songs, the album also includes arrangements from Moore's Irish Melodies, adding a layer of Irish charm to the collection. Songs like "The Minstrel Boy" and "The Last Rose of Summer" are beautifully rendered, capturing the essence of Irish folk music.
This album is not just a collection of songs but a journey through the folk traditions of Britain, France, and Ireland. Britten's arrangements are a testament to his deep respect for these traditions and his ability to reinterpret them in a way that is both faithful to the original and uniquely his own. Whether you are a fan of classical music, folk music, or simply appreciate beautiful melodies, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
This is a 1982 Reissue released as a LP.
Tracks
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 1 "British Isles": The Salley GardensBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 1 "British Isles": Little Sir WilliamBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 1 "British Isles": The Bonney Earl o' MorayBenjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 1 "British Isles": O can ye sew cushions?Benjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 1 "British Isles": The trees they grow so highBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 1 "British Isles": The Ash GroveBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 1 "British Isles": Oliver CromwellBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Tom Bowling and Other Song Arrangements: GreensleevesBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Tom Bowling and Other Song Arrangements: I wonder as I wanderBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Tom Bowling and Other Song Arrangements: The CrocodileBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 3, "British Isles": The Plough BoyBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 3, "British Isles": There's none to sootheBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 3, "British Isles": Sweet Polly OliverBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 3, "British Isles": The Miller of DeeBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 3, "British Isles": The foggy, foggy dewBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 3, "British Isles": O Waly, WalyBenjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 3, "British Isles": Come you not from Newcastle?Benjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Graham Johnson
Tom Bowling and Other Song Arrangements: Pray GoodyBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 5, "British Isles": The Brisk Young WidowBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 5, "British Isles": Salley in our AlleyBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 5, "British Isles": The Lincolnshire PoacherBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 5, "British Isles": Early one morningBenjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 5, "British Isles": Ca' the yowesBenjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Graham Johnson
Tom Bowling and Other Song Arrangements: The Holly and the IvyBenjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Graham Johnson
Tom Bowling and Other Song Arrangements: Soldier, won't you marry me?Benjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Tom Bowling and Other Song Arrangements: The Deaf Woman's CourtshipBenjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 4, "Moore's Irish Melodies": Avenging and brightBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 4, "Moore's Irish Melodies": Sail on, sail onBenjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 4, "Moore's Irish Melodies": How sweet the answerBenjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 4, "Moore's Irish Melodies": The Minstrel BoyBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 4, "Moore's Irish Melodies": At the mid hour of nightBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 4, "Moore's Irish Melodies": Rich and rareBenjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 4, "Moore's Irish Melodies": Dear Harp of my Country!Benjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 4, "Moore's Irish Melodies": Oft in the stilly nightBenjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 4, "Moore's Irish Melodies": The last rose of summerBenjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 4, "Moore's Irish Melodies": O the sight entrancingBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 2, "France": La Noel passeBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 2, "France": Voici le PrintempsBenjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 2, "France": FileuseBenjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 2, "France": Le roi s'en va-t' en chasseBenjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 2, "France": Le belle est au jardin d'amourBenjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 2, "France": Il est quelqu' un sur terreBenjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 2, "France": Eho! Eho!Benjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 2, "France": Quand j'étais chez mon pereBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Graham Johnson
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 6, "England": I will give my love an appleBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Carlos Bonell
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 6, "England": Sailor-boyBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Carlos Bonell
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 6, "England": Master KilbyBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Carlos Bonell
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 6, "England": The Soldier and the SailorBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Carlos Bonell
8 Folk Song Arrangements: Bonny at MornBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Carlos Bonell
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 6, "England": The Shooting of his DearBenjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Carlos Bonell
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