Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of William Byrd's "Byrd 1589," a remarkable collection of choral and classical masterpieces, released on April 7, 2023, by Inventa Records. This album is a testament to Byrd's enduring legacy as one of the most influential composers of the Renaissance era. Spanning a generous 2 hours and 2 minutes, the album features a diverse array of sacred and secular works, showcasing Byrd's unparalleled mastery of polyphony and his deep spiritual insight.
The tracklist is a journey through Byrd's rich musical landscape, beginning with the solemn and introspective "Lord in Thy Rage Rebuke Me Not" and culminating in the triumphant "Christ Rising Again." Along the way, you'll encounter a variety of moods and themes, from the tender and lyrical "Susanna Fair" and "The Nightingale" to the dramatic and impassioned "Wounded I Am" and "Weeping Full Sore." Byrd's settings of sacred texts are particularly striking, with works like "O Lord My God" and "Unto the Hills Mine Eyes I Lift" showcasing his ability to convey profound devotion and reverence through music.
"Byrd 1589" is not just a collection of beautiful music, but also a fascinating historical document. The album features works that reflect the religious and political turmoil of Elizabethan England, with Byrd's Catholic faith often shining through in his settings of sacred texts. The album also includes several secular works, such as "Is Love a Boy?" and "See Those Sweet Eyes," which offer a glimpse into the social and cultural life of the time.
The album's Gregorian chant influences are evident in many of the tracks, adding a sense of timelessness and spiritual depth to the music. Byrd's use of modal harmony and his intricate contrapuntal writing create a rich and complex sound world that is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally resonant.
Whether you're a longtime fan of choral music or a newcomer to the genre, "Byrd 1589" is sure to captivate and inspire. This album is a celebration of William Byrd's enduring genius and a testament to the power of music to transcend the boundaries of time and culture. So sit back, relax, and let the sublime beauty of Byrd's music transport you to another time and place.
Tracks
Lord in Thy Rage Rebuke Me Not a3William Byrd, Alamire, David Skinner
Right Blessed are They a3William Byrd, Alamire, David Skinner
Lord in They Wrath Correct Me Not a3William Byrd, Alamire, David Skinner
O God Which Art Most Merciful a3William Byrd, Alamire, David Skinner
Lord Hear My Prayer Instantly a3William Byrd, Alamire, David Skinner
From Depth of Sin a3William Byrd, Alamire, David Skinner
Attend Mine Humble Prayer Lord a3William Byrd, Alamire, David Skinner
Susanna Fair a3William Byrd, Alamire, Jacob Heringman, Lynda Sayce, David Skinner
The Nightingale a3William Byrd, Alamire, Jacob Heringman, Lynda Sayce, David Skinner
When Younglings First a3William Byrd, Alamire, Jacob Heringman, Lynda Sayce, David Skinner
Upon a Summer’s Day a3William Byrd, Alamire, Jacob Heringman, Lynda Sayce, David Skinner
The Greedy Hawk a3William Byrd, Alamire, Jacob Heringman, Lynda Sayce, David Skinner
Is Love a Boy? a4William Byrd, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork, David Skinner
Wounded I Am a4William Byrd, Alamire, David Skinner
From Citheron the Warlike Boy is Fled a4William Byrd, Alamire, David Skinner
O Lord My God a4William Byrd, Alamire, Jacob Heringman, Lynda Sayce, David Skinner
While That the Sun a4William Byrd, Alamire, Jacob Heringman, Lynda Sayce, David Skinner
Weeping Full Sore a5William Byrd, Alamire, David Skinner
Penelope That Longed For the Sight a5William Byrd, Alamire, David Skinner
Compel the Hawk a5William Byrd, Alamire, David Skinner
See Those Sweet Eyes a5William Byrd, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork, David Skinner
When I was Otherwise a5William Byrd, Alamire, David Skinner
When First by Force a5William Byrd, Alamire, David Skinner
I Thought Love Had Been a Boy a5William Byrd, Alamire, David Skinner
O Dear Life a5William Byrd, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork, David Skinner
From Virgin’s Womb a5William Byrd, Martha McLorinan, Fretwork, David Skinner
Of Gold all Burnished a5William Byrd, Alamire, David Skinner
Behold How Good a6William Byrd, Alamire, David Skinner
An Earthly Tree a Heavenly Fruit a6William Byrd, Martha McLorinan, Fretwork, Alamire, David Skinner
Who Made Thee Hob a6William Byrd, Martha McLorinan, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork, David Skinner
And Think Ye Nymphs a6William Byrd, Martha McLorinan, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork, David Skinner
If In Thine Heart a6William Byrd, Alamire, David Skinner
Unto the Hills Mine Eyes I Lift a6William Byrd, Alamire, David Skinner
Christ Rising Again a6William Byrd, Martha McLorinan, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork, Alamire, David Skinner
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