Helen Watts' exquisite album, 'Songs for Courtiers and Cavaliers', is a masterful collection of 36 tracks that showcase her exceptional contralto voice. Released on 12 July 2019 by Universal Music Australia Pty. Ltd., this classical music treasure is a must-have for fans of opera and choral music.
Under the scholarly artistic direction of Thurston Dart, Helen Watts brings to life a diverse range of songs, including works by Purcell, Scarlatti, and Bach. The album features a beautifully curated selection of well-loved and little-known repertoire, ensuring a captivating listening experience.
With its rich and nuanced sound, 'Songs for Courtiers and Cavaliers' is a testament to Helen Watts' vocal prowess and emotional depth. The album's duration of 2 hours and 12 minutes is filled with an array of captivating pieces, from the haunting beauty of 'Le nuove musiche' to the poignant intimacy of 'Hymn to God the Father'.
Accompanied by the Philomusica of London, Helen Watts' powerful and expressive voice is perfectly complemented by the ensemble's sensitive and refined playing. The result is an album that is both a tribute to the art of classical music and a celebration of Helen Watts' remarkable talent.
'Songs for Courtiers and Cavaliers' is a truly exceptional album that will delight fans of classical music and leave a lasting impression on all who listen. With its stunning vocals, impeccable musicianship, and carefully curated tracklist, this album is an essential addition to any classical music collection.
Tracks
Le nuove musiche: Dolcissime sospiroGiulio Caccini, Thurston Dart, Helen Watts
Damigella tutta bellaVincenzo Calestani, Thurston Dart, Helen Watts
FolgorateVincenzo Calestani, Thurston Dart, Helen Watts
In quel gelato coreAntonio Cifra, Thurston Dart, Helen Watts
Infelice DidoneSigismondo D'India, Thurston Dart, Helen Watts
Torna il sereno zeffiroSigismondo D'India, Thurston Dart, Helen Watts
Vientene, o mia fedelAlessandro Grandi, Thurston Dart, Helen Watts
A Complaint against CupidHenry Lawes, Thurston Dart, Helen Watts
No Constancy in ManHenry Lawes, Thurston Dart, Helen Watts
An EcchoHenry Lawes, Thurston Dart, Helen Watts
Tavola - In quel gelato coreHenry Lawes, Thurston Dart, Helen Watts
PartingHenry Lawes, Thurston Dart, Helen Watts
Dissuasion from PresumptionHenry Lawes, Thurston Dart, Helen Watts
SuffranceHenry Lawes, Thurston Dart, Helen Watts
Hymn to God the FatherHenry Lawes, Thurston Dart, Helen Watts
Hymn to God the SonHenry Lawes, Thurston Dart, Helen Watts
Hymn to God the Holy GhostHenry Lawes, Thurston Dart, Helen Watts
Among RosebudsHenry Lawes, Thurston Dart, Helen Watts
A Lady to a young CourtierHenry Lawes, Thurston Dart, Helen Watts
I prithee send me back my heartHenry Lawes, Thurston Dart, Helen Watts
Oedipus: Music for a WhileHenry Purcell, Helen Watts, Thurston Dart, Desmond Dupre
On the brow of Richmond HillHenry Purcell, Helen Watts, Thurston Dart, Desmond Dupre
Don Quixote: From rosy bowersHenry Purcell, Helen Watts, Thurston Dart, Desmond Dupre
The Indian Queen, Z. 630 - Act 4: They tell us that your mighty powersHenry Purcell, Helen Watts, Thurston Dart, Desmond Dupre
The Fatal HourHenry Purcell, Helen Watts, Thurston Dart, Desmond Dupre
Corinna (A Single Song)Henry Purcell, Helen Watts, Thurston Dart, Desmond Dupre
"If music be the food of love" - 1st settingHenry Purcell, Helen Watts, Thurston Dart, Desmond Dupre
"If music be the food of love" - 2nd settingHenry Purcell, Helen Watts, Thurston Dart, Desmond Dupre
Il RossignuoloAlessandro Scarlatti, Helen Watts, Thurston Dart, Desmond Dupre
Clori vezzosa e bellaAlessandro Scarlatti, Helen Watts, Thurston Dart, Desmond Dupre
Widerstehe doch der Sünde, Cantata BWV 54: 1. Widerstehe doch der SündeJohann Sebastian Bach, Helen Watts, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Thurston Dart
Widerstehe doch der Sünde, Cantata BWV 54: 2. Die Art verruchter SündenJohann Sebastian Bach, Helen Watts, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Thurston Dart
Widerstehe doch der Sünde, Cantata BWV 54: 3. Wer Sünde tut, der ist vom TeufelJohann Sebastian Bach, Helen Watts, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Thurston Dart
St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244 / Pt. Two: No. 39 Aria: "Erbarme dich"Johann Sebastian Bach, Helen Watts, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Thurston Dart
Schlage doch, gewünschte Stunde, Cantata BWV 53Melchior Hoffmann, Helen Watts, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Thurston Dart
Bekennen will ich seinen Namen, Cantata BWV 200Johann Sebastian Bach, Helen Watts, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Thurston Dart
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