Roger Quilter: Songs is a captivating collection of art songs by the renowned British composer, Roger Quilter. Released on 1 September 1996 by Hyperion, this album showcases Quilter's mastery of setting music to text, particularly his beloved interpretations of William Shakespeare's works.
With a career spanning over a hundred compositions, Quilter's songs have become a staple of the English art song tradition, cherished by performers and audiences alike. This album features a wide range of his compositions, including his iconic Shakespeare settings, such as the 3 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 6, and the 5 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 23.
The album also includes other notable works, including the 4 Songs of Mirza Schaffy, Op. 2, and the 7 Elizabethan Lyrics, Op. 12, which demonstrate Quilter's ability to craft beautiful, expressive melodies that bring the poetry to life.
Roger Quilter's life and music have been extensively researched, and his compositions continue to be celebrated for their technical accessibility and emotional depth. This album, featuring 39 songs, is a testament to Quilter's enduring legacy and a must-listen for fans of classical music and art songs. With its release, Hyperion has made Quilter's remarkable music accessible to a wider audience, allowing listeners to appreciate the beauty and elegance of his compositions.
Tracks
3 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 6: No. 1, Come Away, DeathRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
3 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 6: No. 2, O Mistress MineRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
3 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 6: No. 3, Blow, Blow, Thou Winter WindRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
4 Songs of Mirza Schaffy, Op. 2: No. 1, Neig' schön' Knospe dich zu mirRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
4 Songs of Mirza Schaffy, Op. 2: No. 2, Und was die Sonne glühtRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
4 Songs of Mirza Schaffy, Op. 2: No. 3, Ich fühle deinen OdemRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
4 Songs of Mirza Schaffy, Op. 2: No. 4, Die helle Sonne leuchtetRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
4 Songs, Op. 14: No. 1, Autumn EveningRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
JuneRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
2 September Songs, Op. 18: No. 1 (No. 5). Through the Sunny GardenRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
2 September Songs, Op. 18: No. 2 (No. 6). The Valley and the HillRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
Arab Love Song, Op. 25 No. 4Roger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
Music, When Soft Voices Die, Op. 25 No. 5Roger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
Love's Philosophy, Op. 3 No. 1Roger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
5 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 23: No. 1, Fear No More the Heat o' the SunRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
5 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 23: No. 2, Under the Greenwood TreeRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
5 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 23: No. 3, It Was a Lover and His LassRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
5 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 23: No. 4, Take, O Take Those Lips AwayRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
5 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 23: No. 5, Hey, Ho, the Wind and the RainRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
Now Sleeps the Crimson Petal, Op. 3 No. 2Roger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
Go, Lovely Rose, Op. 24 No. 3Roger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
4 Songs, Op. 14: No. 3, A Last Year's RoseRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
4 Child Songs, Op. 5: No. 1, A Good ChildRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
4 Child Songs, Op. 5: No. 2, The LamplighterRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
4 Child Songs, Op. 5: No. 3, Where Go the Boats?Roger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
7 Elizabethan Lyrics, Op. 12: No. 1, Weep You No More Sad FountainsRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
7 Elizabethan Lyrics, Op. 12: No. 2, My Life's DelightRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
7 Elizabethan Lyrics, Op. 12: No. 3, Damask RosesRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
7 Elizabethan Lyrics, Op. 12: No. 4, The Faithless ShepherdessRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
7 Elizabethan Lyrics, Op. 12: No. 5, Brown Is My LoveRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
7 Elizabethan Lyrics, Op. 12: No. 6, By a FountainsideRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
7 Elizabethan Lyrics, Op. 12: No. 7, Fair House of JoyRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
Drink to Me Only with Thine Eyes (Arr. Quilter for Tenor & Piano)Traditional, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
Barbara Allen (Arr. Quilter for Tenor & Piano)Traditional, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
Over the Mountains (Arr. Quilter for Tenor & Piano)Traditional, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
4 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 30: No. 1, Who Is Silvia?Roger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
4 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 30: No. 2, When Daffodils Begin to PeerRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
4 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 30: No. 3, How Should I Your True Love Know?Roger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
4 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 30: No. 4, Sigh No More, LadiesRoger Quilter, John Mark Ainsley, Malcolm Martineau
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