Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Renaissance music with John Dowland's "Dowland, J.: Lute Music, Vol. 4 - The Queen's Galliard." This captivating album, released on March 31, 2009, under the Naxos label, is the final installment in a series dedicated to the exquisite lute compositions of John Dowland, a celebrated English composer, lutenist, and singer of the Renaissance era. Known for his melancholic and evocative melodies, Dowland's music continues to resonate with audiences today.
Spanning 59 minutes, this collection features 25 tracks that showcase a blend of dances and songs, including galliards, corants, and Elizabethan song tunes. The album opens with "The Most Sacred Queen Elizabeth, Her Galliard, P. 41" and includes notable pieces such as "The Queen's Galliard, P. 97," "Complaint, P. 63, 'Fortune my foe'," and "Walsingham, P. 67." Each track is performed with meticulous attention to detail, bringing to life the intricate and expressive compositions of Dowland.
Nigel North, a renowned lutenist, presents these pieces with a mastery that highlights the depth and beauty of Dowland's music. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of Renaissance music or a newcomer looking to explore the rich heritage of lute compositions, this album offers a profound and engaging listening experience. Dive into the timeless elegance of John Dowland's lute music and discover the enduring legacy of one of history's most celebrated composers.
Tracks
The Most Sacred Queen Elizabeth, Her Galliard, P. 41John Dowland, Nigel North
The Queen's Galliard, P. 97John Dowland, Nigel North
Galliard in G Minor, P. 22, "Dowland's First Galliard"John Dowland, Nigel North
Galliard in G Minor, P. 21, "John Dowland's Galliard"John Dowland, Nigel North
Complaint, P. 63, "Fortune my foe"John Dowland, Nigel North
The Frog Galliard, P. 23John Dowland, Nigel North
Aloe, P. 68John Dowland, Nigel North
Galliard in G Minor, P. 31, "Galliard on Walsingham"John Dowland, Nigel North
Walsingham, P. 67John Dowland, Nigel North
Coranto, P. 100John Dowland, Nigel North
Galliard in F Minor, P. 27John Dowland, Nigel North
Come Away, P. 60John Dowland, Nigel North
Sir John Souch's Galliard, P. 26John Dowland, Nigel North
Go from my window, P. 64John Dowland, Nigel North
Galliard in D Major, P. 24, "Awake sweet love, thou art returned"John Dowland, Nigel North
Galliard in D Major, P. 24, "Awake sweet love, thou art returned" (arr. N. North) [New Version by N. North]John Dowland, Nigel North
What If a day, P. 79John Dowland, Nigel North
Galliard in C Minor, P. 35John Dowland, Nigel North
My Lord Willoughby's Welcome Home, P. 66John Dowland, Nigel North
A Varietie of Lute Lessons: Can she excuse, P. 42John Dowland, Nigel North
Robin, P. 70John Dowland, Nigel North
Fortune my foe, P. 62John Dowland, Nigel North
Loth to depart, P. 69John Dowland, Nigel North
Dowland's Galliard, P. 20John Dowland, Nigel North
The Most High and Mighty Christianus the Fourth, King of Denmark, His Galliard, P. 40John Dowland, Nigel North
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