Immerse yourself in the rich, intricate world of William Lawes with his captivating album "William Lawes - Consort Music." This collection, released on Warner Classics in 2002, offers a profound exploration of medieval music, showcasing Lawes' mastery of the consort form. Spanning over two hours, the album features a diverse range of pieces, from fantazies and aires to pavans and sarabands, each meticulously composed for various combinations of viols and lyra viols. Lawes, a prominent English composer of the 17th century, demonstrates his exceptional talent and innovation in this genre, making the album a treasure trove for both enthusiasts and newcomers to medieval music. The intricate polyphony and expressive melodies in these consort sets reveal Lawes' deep understanding of the viols' capabilities, offering a glimpse into the sophisticated musical landscape of his time.
Tracks
Lawes: Consort Set No. 8 for 6 Viols in F Major, VdGS 90-93: I. Fantazy (The Sunrise)William Lawes, Fretwork
Lawes: Consort Set No. 8 for 6 Viols in F Major, VdGS 90-93: II. AireWilliam Lawes, Fretwork
Lawes: Consort Set No. 8 for 6 Viols in F Major, VdGS 90-93: III. FantazyWilliam Lawes, Fretwork
Lawes: Consort Set No. 8 for 6 Viols in F Major, VdGS 90-93: IV. AireWilliam Lawes, Fretwork
Lawes: Consort Set No. 2 for 5 Viols in A Minor, VdGS 71-73: I. FantazyWilliam Lawes, Fretwork
Lawes: Consort Set No. 2 for 5 Viols in A Minor, VdGS 71-73: II. FantazyWilliam Lawes, Fretwork
Lawes: Consort Set No. 2 for 5 Viols in A Minor, VdGS 71-73: III. AireWilliam Lawes, Fretwork
Lawes: Countrey Coll, for Lyra Viol, VdGS 421William Lawes, Fretwork
Lawes: Jigg, for Lyra Viol, VdGS 422William Lawes, Fretwork
Lawes: Consort Set No. 5 for 5 Viols in C Major, VdGS 81-83: I. FantazyWilliam Lawes, Fretwork
Lawes: Consort Set No. 5 for 5 Viols in C Major, VdGS 81-83: II. PavanWilliam Lawes, Fretwork
Lawes: Consort Set No. 5 for 5 Viols in C Major, VdGS 81-83: III. AlmaineWilliam Lawes, Fretwork
Lawes: Consort Set No. 4 for 5 Viols in F Major, VdGS 78-80: I. FantazyWilliam Lawes, Fretwork
Lawes: Consort Set No. 4 for 5 Viols in F Major, VdGS 78-80: II. PavenWilliam Lawes, Fretwork
Lawes: Consort Set No. 4 for 5 Viols in F Major, VdGS 78-80: III. AireWilliam Lawes, Fretwork
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