Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of medieval choral music with "Music for the 100 Years' War" by The Binchois Consort. This captivating album, released on March 31, 2017, under the Hyperion label, commemorates the 600th anniversary of the Battle of Agincourt and other significant events from the Hundred Years' War. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 16 minutes, the album features 19 tracks that explore themes of kingship, martyrdom, and spiritual devotion through unaccompanied vocal performances.
The Binchois Consort, known for their award-winning performances, delivers a collection of sublime music that spans the reign of Henry V and the historical context of the Battle of Agincourt. Each track is a testament to the group's meticulous attention to detail and their ability to evoke the spirit of the medieval era. From the hauntingly beautiful "Anglia tibi turbidas" to the triumphant "Gloria 'Ad Thome memoriam'," the album is a journey through the musical landscape of a tumultuous period in history.
Highlights include the intricate polyphony of "Ascendit Christus super celos," the solemnity of "Alma redemptoris mater," and the celebratory "Missa Da gaudiorum premia." The album also features well-known pieces such as "The Agincourt Carol" and "Veni Sancte Spiritus," offering a blend of familiar and lesser-known works that showcase the depth and diversity of medieval choral music.
Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of medieval music or a newcomer looking to explore this rich musical heritage, "Music for the 100 Years' War" offers a profound and engaging listening experience. The Binchois Consort's impeccable performances and the thoughtful selection of pieces make this album a standout in the genre, providing a glimpse into the musical and historical significance of the Hundred Years' War.
Tracks
Anglia tibi turbidasAnonymous, The Binchois Consort, Andrew Kirkman
Sub Arturo plebs / Fons citharizancium / In omnem terramJohannes Alanus, Andrew Kirkman, The Binchois Consort
Ascendit Christus super celos / Alma redemptoris materForest, The Binchois Consort, Andrew Kirkman
Preco preheminencie / Precurscor premittitur / Inter natos mulierumJohn Dunstable, The Binchois Consort, Andrew Kirkman
Ianuam quam clauserat / Iacintus in saltibus / [Iacet granum]Anonymous, The Binchois Consort, Andrew Kirkman
Gloria "Ad Thome memoriam"Leonel Power, The Binchois Consort, Andrew Kirkman
Pastor cesus in gregis medioAnonymous, The Binchois Consort, Andrew Kirkman
Opem nobis, o Thoma / Salve, Thoma / [Pastor cesus]Anonymous, The Binchois Consort, Andrew Kirkman
Credo "Opem nobis, o Thoma"Leonel Power, The Binchois Consort, Andrew Kirkman
De flore martyrum / Deus tuorum militum / [Ave Rex gentis Anglorum]Anonymous, The Binchois Consort, Andrew Kirkman
Ave miles / Ave rex, patrone / Ave Rex gentis AnglorumAnonymous, The Binchois Consort, Andrew Kirkman
Gaude martyr / Collaudemus venerantes / [Celestium contemplator]Forest, The Binchois Consort, Andrew Kirkman
Ecce mitto angelumAnonymous, The Binchois Consort, Andrew Kirkman
Missa Da gaudiorum premia: I. Kyrie Rex genitorJohn Dunstable, Andrew Kirkman, The Binchois Consort
Missa Da gaudiorum premia: II. CredoJohn Dunstable, Andrew Kirkman, The Binchois Consort
Missa Da gaudiorum premia: III. SanctusJohn Dunstable, The Binchois Consort, Andrew Kirkman
Veni Sancte Spiritus / Veni creator SpiritusJohn Dunstable, The Binchois Consort, Andrew Kirkman
The Agincourt CarolAnonymous, The Binchois Consort, Andrew Kirkman
Kyrie … Domine miserere – Ab inimicis nostrisAnonymous, The Binchois Consort, Andrew Kirkman
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