Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Renaissance music with Denis Stevens' meticulously curated album, "Gibbons: Anthems, Madrigals & Fantasies / Morley: Madrigals." Released on January 1, 1996, under the prestigious Archiv Produktion label, this collection is a testament to the enduring beauty of medieval compositions. Spanning a concise yet captivating 62 minutes, the album features a diverse array of works by Orlando Gibbons and Thomas Morley, two luminaries of the English Renaissance.
Denis Stevens, a renowned scholar and musician, brings to life the intricate harmonies and vivid imagery of these pieces. The album opens with Gibbons' majestic anthem "O Lord, I Lift My Heart to Thee," setting the stage for a journey through sacred and secular music. Anthems like "Almighty and Everlasting God" and "O Lord, Increase My Faith" showcase Gibbons' mastery of choral writing, while the fantastical "Fantasia I a 3" and "Fantasia a 4" demonstrate his skill in instrumental composition.
The album also includes a selection of Morley's madrigals, such as "Good Love Then Fly Thou to Her" and "Hark! Jolly Shepherds," which are filled with the playful and often bawdy spirit characteristic of the genre. These pieces, along with others like "The Silver Swan" and "The Cries of London," offer a glimpse into the vibrant musical life of the Renaissance.
Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of early music or a newcomer eager to explore the treasures of the past, this album is a must-listen. Denis Stevens' expert guidance and the exquisite performances make this a collection that will enrich and delight.
Tracks
Anthem: "O Lord, I Lift My Heart to TheeOrlando Gibbons, Deller Consort, Alfred Deller
Hymn: Thus Angels sungOrlando Gibbons, Deller Consort, Alfred Deller
Fantasia I a 3Orlando Gibbons, Violen-Ensemble Der Schola Cantorum Basiliensis, August Wenzinger
Anthem: Almighty and Everlasting God. 4vv, (1641)Orlando Gibbons, Deller Consort, Alfred Deller
Hymn: Oh My Love, How Comely NowOrlando Gibbons, Deller Consort, Alfred Deller
Fantasia "In Nomine"Orlando Gibbons, Violen-Ensemble Der Schola Cantorum Basiliensis, August Wenzinger
Anthem: O Lord, Increase My FaithOrlando Gibbons, Deller Consort, Alfred Deller
Verse Anthem: This Is the Record of John St. John, I, vv. 19-23Orlando Gibbons, Deller Consort, Violen-Ensemble Der Schola Cantorum Basiliensis, August Wenzinger
What Is Our LifeOrlando Gibbons, Deller Consort, Violen-Ensemble Der Schola Cantorum Basiliensis, August Wenzinger
Fantasia II a 3Orlando Gibbons, Violen-Ensemble Der Schola Cantorum Basiliensis, August Wenzinger
The Silver SwanOrlando Gibbons, Deller Consort, Alfred Deller
Fantasia a 4Orlando Gibbons, Violen-Ensemble Der Schola Cantorum Basiliensis, August Wenzinger
The Cries of London: I. God Give You Good MorrowOrlando Gibbons, Deller Consort, Violen-Ensemble Der Schola Cantorum Basiliensis, August Wenzinger
The Cries of London: II. A Good Saussage a GoodOrlando Gibbons, Deller Consort, Violen-Ensemble Der Schola Cantorum Basiliensis, August Wenzinger
Madrigal: Good Love Then Fly Thou to HerThomas Morley, Ambrosian Singers
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