Immerse yourself in the sacred and serene world of William Byrd's "Gradualia – The Marian Masses," a timeless collection of choral works that beautifully blend classical and Gregorian chant traditions. Released on November 22, 1990, this album is a testament to Byrd's mastery of polyphonic composition, offering a profound and spiritually uplifting experience.
Comprising 40 tracks, the album spans a duration of 1 hour and 19 minutes, featuring intricate and harmonious settings of Marian antiphons, responsories, and motets. Byrd's compositions, characterized by their rich textures and devotional depth, are performed with exquisite precision and reverence, showcasing the ethereal beauty of choral music.
The album is a celebration of the Virgin Mary, with each piece reflecting the composer's deep faith and artistic brilliance. From the solemn and contemplative "Suscepimus Deus" to the joyous and exultant "Gaudeamus omnes," Byrd's music invites listeners into a world of sacred devotion and musical excellence.
Recorded by Hyperion, a label renowned for its high-quality classical recordings, "Gradualia – The Marian Masses" is a must-listen for enthusiasts of choral and classical music. Whether you are a longtime admirer of William Byrd or new to his work, this album offers a captivating journey through some of the most sublime and spiritually resonant compositions of the Renaissance era.
Tracks
Suscepimus Deus a 5, T. 56: I. Suscepimus DeusWilliam Byrd, Gavin Turner, William Byrd Choir
Suscepimus Deus a 5, T. 56: II. IustitiaWilliam Byrd, Gavin Turner, William Byrd Choir
Suscepimus Deus a 5, T. 56: III. Magnus DominusWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Sicut audivimus a 5, T. 57: I. Sicut audivimusWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Sicut audivimus a 5, T. 57: II. AlleluiaWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Senex puerum portabat a 5, T. 58 (Gradualia, 1605)William Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Nunc dimittis a 5, T. 59 (Gradualia, 1605)William Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Responsum accepit Simeon a 5, T. 60William Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Salve sancta parens a 5, T. 61 (Gradualia, 1605): I. Salve sancta parensWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Salve sancta parens a 5, T. 61 (Gradualia, 1605): II. AlleluiaWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Salve sancta parens a 5, T. 61 (Gradualia, 1605): III. Eructavit cor meumWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Benedicta et venerabilis a 5, T. 62: I. Benedicta et venerabilis – Virgo Dei genetrixWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Benedicta et venerabilis a 5, T. 62: II. AlleluiaWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Felix es sacra Virgo a 5, T. 64William Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Beata es, Virgo Maria a 5, T. 65 (Gradualia, 1605): I. Beata es, Virgo MariaWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Beata es, Virgo Maria a 5, T. 65 (Gradualia, 1605): II. AlleluiaWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Beata viscera a 5, T. 66 (Gradualia, 1605): I. Beata visceraWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Beata viscera a 5, T. 66 (Gradualia, 1605): II. AlleluiaWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Rorate caeli desuper a 5, T. 67: I. Rorate caeliWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Rorate caeli desuper a 5, T. 67: II. Benedixisti DomineWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Tollite portas a 5, T. 68 (Gradualia, 1605)William Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Ave Maria a 5, T. 69: I. Ave Maria, gratia plenaWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Ave Maria a 5, T. 69: II. AlleluiaWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Ecce virgo concipiet a 5, T. 70 (Gradualia, 1605): I. Ecce virgo concipietWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Ecce virgo concipiet a 5, T. 70 (Gradualia, 1605): II. AlleluiaWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Vultum tuum a 5, T. 71: I. Vultum tuumWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Vultum tuum a 5, T. 71: II. AlleluiaWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Speciosus forma – Eructavit – Lingua mea a 5, T. 72: I. Speciosos forma – Erucavit – Lingua meaWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Speciosus forma – Eructavit – Lingua mea a 5, T. 72: II. AlleluiaWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Post partum Virgo a 5, T. 75 (Gradualia, 1605)William Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Felix namque es a 5, T. 74 (Gradualia, 1605)William Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Alleluia, Ave Maria a 5, T. 75 (Gradualia, 1605): I. Alleluia – Ave MariaWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Alleluia, Ave Maria a 5, T. 75 (Gradualia, 1605): II. Virga JesseWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Gaude Maria a 5, T. 76William Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Diffusa est gratia a 5, T. 77: I. Diffusa est gratiaWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Diffusa est gratia a 5, T. 77: II. Propter veritatemWilliam Byrd, Gavin Turner, William Byrd Choir
Diffusa est gratia a 5, T. 77: III. AlleluiaWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Diffusa est gratia a 5, T. 77: IV. Vultum tuumWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Gaudeamus omnes a 5, T. 78: I. Gaudeamus omnesWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Gaudeamus omnes a 5, T. 78: II. Assumpta est MariaWilliam Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Assumpta est Maria a 5, T. 79William Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
Optimam partem elegit a 5, T. 80William Byrd, William Byrd Choir, Gavin Turner
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