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byrd: the great service & english anthems - william byrd

William Byrd - Byrd: The Great Service & English Anthems (LP)

William Byrd

2024
17 tracks
1 uur, 17 min
choral

Byrd: The Great Service & English Anthems

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Product description

Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of William Byrd's sacred choral masterpiece with "The Great Service & English Anthems." Released on September 20, 2024, this album is a profound exploration of Byrd's religious compositions, showcasing his unparalleled ability to blend Gregorian chant with Renaissance polyphony. The centerpiece of the album is "The Great Service," a monumental setting of the Anglican liturgy, featuring seven movements that range from the exultant "Te Deum" to the serene "Nunc dimittis." Complementing this are seven English anthems, including the hauntingly beautiful "Clarifica me pater" and the dramatic "Arise O Lord Why Sleepest Thou?" These works, though less frequently performed, reveal Byrd's deep spiritual insight and mastery of choral writing. The album, released under Inventa Records, spans 17 tracks and a duration of 1 hour and 17 minutes, offering a rich and immersive listening experience. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or new to the genre, this album is a testament to Byrd's enduring legacy and the timeless power of sacred choral music.

Tracks

The Great Service: I. VeniteWilliam Byrd, Alamire, His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, Stephen Farr, David Skinner
5:18
The Great Service: II. Te DeumWilliam Byrd, Alamire, His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, Stephen Farr, David Skinner
9:36
The Great Service: III. BenedictusWilliam Byrd, Alamire, His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, Stephen Farr, David Skinner
9:10
The Great Service: IV. KyrieWilliam Byrd, Alamire, His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, Stephen Farr, David Skinner
1:04
The Great Service: V. CreedWilliam Byrd, Alamire, His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, Stephen Farr, David Skinner
5:27
The Great Service: VI. MagnificatWilliam Byrd, Alamire, His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, Stephen Farr, David Skinner
9:46
The Great Service: VII. Nunc dimittisWilliam Byrd, Alamire, His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, Stephen Farr, David Skinner
5:12
Clarifica me pater IWilliam Byrd, Stephen Farr
1:58
O God the Proud are Risen Against MeWilliam Byrd, Alamire, Stephen Farr, David Skinner
2:47
Out of the DeepWilliam Byrd, Alamire, Stephen Farr, David Skinner
4:41
O God Whom our OffencesWilliam Byrd, Alamire, Stephen Farr, David Skinner
4:03
Clarifica me pater IIWilliam Byrd, Stephen Farr
1:55
Arise O Lord Why Sleepest Thou?William Byrd, Alamire, Stephen Farr, David Skinner
3:35
How Long Shall Mine EnemiesWilliam Byrd, Alamire, Stephen Farr, David Skinner
3:15
Exalt Thyself, O GodWilliam Byrd, Alamire, Stephen Farr, David Skinner
4:07
Clarifica me pater IIIWilliam Byrd, Stephen Farr
2:35
O Lord Make Thy Servant CharlesWilliam Byrd, Alamire, Stephen Farr, David Skinner
2:43

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Byrd: The Great Service & English Anthems
Artist: William Byrd
Album release date: September 20, 2024
Label: Inventa Records
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 1 uur, 17 min
Tracks: 17 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Choral
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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