Gustav Leonhardt, a renowned name in the world of early music, presents a captivating journey through the English Renaissance with his album "Dowland, Lawes, Cooper, Byrd, Simpson & Lupo: English Consort and Keyboard Music." Released on February 4, 2022, under Warner Classics, this album is a testament to Leonhardt's mastery and the timeless beauty of the featured composers.
Spanning a little over an hour, the album is a rich tapestry of works by some of the most influential English composers of the 16th and 17th centuries. It opens with John Dowland's haunting "Pavan in C" and traverses through the intricate consort sets of William Lawes, the elegant fantasias of John Coperario, the profound works of William Byrd, the intricate ricercar of Christopher Simpson, and concludes with the expressive fantasia of Lupo.
Leonhardt's interpretation brings out the nuances and subtleties of each piece, offering a fresh perspective on these classic works. The album is a delightful blend of familiar favorites and lesser-known gems, all performed with the precision and passion that Leonhardt is known for. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of early music or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, this album is sure to captivate and enchant.
Tracks
Dowland: Pavan in CJohn Dowland, Gustav Leonhardt, Leonhardt-Consort
Lawes: Consort Set No. 10 a 6 in C Minor: II. FantasiaWilliam Lawes, Gustav Leonhardt, Leonhardt-Consort
Lawes: Consort Set No. 10 a 6 in C Minor: III. In nomineWilliam Lawes, Gustav Leonhardt, Leonhardt-Consort
Lawes: Consort Set No. 10 a 6 in C Minor: IV. AirWilliam Lawes, Gustav Leonhardt, Leonhardt-Consort
Lawes: Consort Set No. 8 a 6 in F Major: II. Fantasia "The Sunrise"William Lawes, Gustav Leonhardt, Leonhardt-Consort
Lawes: Consort Set No. 8 a 6 in F Major: III. Aire, VdGS 92William Lawes, Gustav Leonhardt, Leonhardt-Consort
Lawes: Fantasia-Suite No. 7 in D Minor: I. FantasiaWilliam Lawes, Gustav Leonhardt, Leonhardt-Consort
Lawes: Fantasia-Suite No. 7 in D Minor: II. AlmaineWilliam Lawes, Gustav Leonhardt, Leonhardt-Consort
Lawes: Fantasia-Suite No. 7 in D Minor: III. GalliardWilliam Lawes, Gustav Leonhardt, Leonhardt-Consort
Lawes: Consort Set No. 9 a 6 in B-Flat Major: III. In nomineWilliam Lawes, Gustav Leonhardt, Leonhardt-Consort
Coperario: Fantasia a 5, RC 72John Coprario, Gustav Leonhardt, Leonhardt-Consort
Coperario: Fantasia-Suite in D Major, RC 115: I. FancyJohn Coprario, Gustav Leonhardt, Leonhardt-Consort
Coperario: Fantasia-Suite in D Major, RC 115: II. AlmaineJohn Coprario, Gustav Leonhardt, Leonhardt-Consort
Coperario: Fantasia-Suite in D Major, RC 115: III. GalliardJohn Coprario, Gustav Leonhardt, Leonhardt-Consort
Byrd: Pavan and Galliard, BK52: PavanWilliam Byrd, Gustav Leonhardt
Byrd: Pavan and Galliard, BK52: GalliardWilliam Byrd, Gustav Leonhardt
Byrd: Fantasia a 6 No. 2 in G MinorWilliam Byrd, Gustav Leonhardt, Leonhardt-Consort
Byrd: Fantasia a 3 No. 4 in C MinorWilliam Byrd, Gustav Leonhardt, Leonhardt-Consort
Simpson: Ricercar "Bonney Sweet Robin"Thomas Simpson, Gustav Leonhardt, Leonhardt-Consort
Lupo: Fantasia a 5 No. 12Thomas Lupo, Gustav Leonhardt, Leonhardt-Consort
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