Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Renaissance music with Alfred Deller's "Madrigals, Complete Deller Vol. 5." This captivating collection, released on May 19, 2009, under the Musical Concepts label, showcases Deller's unparalleled mastery of medieval and Gregorian chant genres. Spanning an impressive two hours and twenty minutes, this album is a testament to Deller's artistry and the timeless beauty of madrigals.
Alfred Deller, renowned for his countertenor voice, delivers a mesmerizing performance that transports you to the heart of the Renaissance era. The album features a rich tapestry of compositions from various sources, including "The First Booke of Balletts to Five Voyces," "Madrigalls to Foure Voyces," and "The Triumphes of Oriana," among others. Each track is a delicate blend of intricate vocal arrangements and poetic lyrics, offering a glimpse into the musical and literary traditions of the time.
From the lively "Now is the month of maying" to the hauntingly beautiful "Weep, weep, mine eyes," Deller's interpretation brings each piece to life with remarkable clarity and emotional depth. The album also includes lesser-known gems like "The Ape, the Monkey and the Baboon" and "Strike it up, Tabor," showcasing Deller's versatility and the diverse range of Renaissance music.
Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of early music or a newcomer eager to explore the riches of the Renaissance, Alfred Deller's "Madrigals, Complete Deller Vol. 5" is a must-listen. This album is not just a collection of songs but a journey through time, offering a profound and enriching musical experience that will leave you spellbound.
Tracks
The First Booke of Balletts to Five Voyces, iii (1595) - Now is the month of mayingThomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Madrigalls to Foure Voyces... The First Booke, vii (1594) - In dew of rosesThomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The First Booke of Balletts to Five Voyces, ii (1595) - Shoot, false Love, I care notThomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The First Booke of Canzonets to Two Voyces, vii (1595) - Miraculous love's wounding!Thomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Madrigals to 3, 4, 5 Voyces, viii (1597) - Hark, alleluia cheerlyThomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Canzonets or Little Short Songs to Three Voyces, xx (1593) - Arise, get up, my dearThomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The First Booke of Balletts to Five Voyces, xix (1595) - Leave this tormentingThomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Madrigalls to Foure Voyces... The First Booke, v (1595) - I go before, my darlingThomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The First set of English Madrigals, xx (1594) - Say, gentle nymphsThomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Canzonets or Little Short Songs to Three Voyces, vi (1595) - Good morrow, fair ladiesThomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Madrigalls to Foure Voyces... The First Booke, (1594) - April is in my mistress' faceThomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Canzonets or Little Short Songs to Three Voyces, xxiii (1593) - Though Philomela lost her loveThomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The Triumphes of Oriana, xxiii (1601) - Hard by a crystal fountainThomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Canzonets or Little Short Songs to Three Voyces, vii (1593) - Whiter away, so fastThomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Canzonets or Little Short Aers to Five and Sixe Voyces, xvii (1597) - I follow, lo, the footingThomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Canzonets or Little Short Aers to Five and Sixe Voyces, vii (1597) - O grief !Thomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The First Booke of Canzonets to Two Voyces, vii (1595) - When, lo, by break of morningThomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Madrigalls to Foure Voyces... The First Booke, xiv (1594) - Besides a fountainThomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The First Booke of Balletts to Five Voyces, xiv (1595) - Fire! Fire! my heartThomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The first set of english madrigals (1598) - XI: Thus saith my Cloris brightJohn Wilbye, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The second set of madrigals (1609) - XVI: Happy, O happy he, who not affectingJohn Wilbye, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The second set of madrigals (1609) - XXV: Ye that do live in pleasures plentyJohn Wilbye, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The second set of madrigals (1609) - XXX: Ah, cannot sigh, nor tears, nor aught else move theeJohn Wilbye, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The second set of madrigals (1609) - XXXII: Stay, Corydon, thou swainJohn Wilbye, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The second set of madrigals (1609) - XXXI: Draw on, sweet Night, best friend unto those caresJohn Wilbye, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The first set of english madrigals (1598) - XVIII: Lady your words do spite meJohn Wilbye, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The second set of madrigals (1609) - V: As fair as morn, as fresh as MayJohn Wilbye, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The second set of madrigals (1609) - XXIII: Weep, weep, mine eyes, my heart can take no restJohn Wilbye, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Madrigals to Foure Voyces (1594) - XVIII: Ho! Who comes here?Thomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Madrigals to 3, 4, 5 voyces (1597) - VI: Cease sorrows nowThomas Weelkes, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Songs of divers Ayres and Natures (1619) - IV: Mother, I will have a husbandThomas Vautor, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The Mulliner Book - In going to my naked bedRichard Edwards, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Balletts and Madrigals (1598) - II: To shorten Winter's sadnessThomas Weelkes, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Madrigals of 5 (and 6) (1600) - O Care, thou wilt despatch meThomas Weelkes, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
A Booke of Ayres (1606) - 10: Of all the birds that I do knowJohn Bartlet, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The Triumphes of Oriana (1601) - IV: All creatures are now merry-mindedJohn Bennet, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The First Booke of Canzonets (1595) - III: Sweet nymphThomas Morley, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Madrigalls to Foure Voyces (1599) - XIII: Weep O mine eyesJohn Bennet, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Ayres or Phantasticke Spirites (1608) -X: The Ape, the Monkey and the BaboonThomas Weelkes, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The Second Set of Madrigals (1609) -XX: Oft have I vowedJohn Wilbye, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Ayres or Phantasticke Spirites (1608) -XVIII:Strike it up, TaborThomas Weelkes, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The First Set of English Madrigals (1613) -XVII: Hope of my heartJohn Ward, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The Second Set of Madrigals (1609) -XVII-XVIII: Sweet honey-sucking beesThomas Wilbye, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Defiled is my name -Robert Johnson, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Ballets and Madrigals for Five Voices (1598) -V: On the plains, fairy trainsThomas Weelkes, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
When griping griefs -Richard Edwards, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Ballets and Madrigal for Five VoicesThomas Weelkes, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
Like as the doleful dove -Thomas Tallis, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The bitter sweet -Anon, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
The First Set of English Madrigals (1598) -XXII: Flora gave me fairest flowersJohn Wilbye, Alfred Deller, Deller Consort
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