Immerse yourself in the sacred and timeless compositions of William Byrd with "Byrd: Music for Holy Week and Easter." This exquisite collection, released on January 1, 2001, under the Decca (UMO) label, offers a profound exploration of choral, classical, and Gregorian chant traditions. Spanning a rich duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes, the album is a meticulously curated journey through the sacred music of Holy Week and Easter, featuring Byrd's masterful works such as "Passio Domini nostri Jesu Christe secundum Johannem," "Mass Propers for Easter Day," and "Adoramus te."
Byrd's intricate polyphony and deep spiritual resonance are evident throughout the album, making it a captivating experience for both seasoned classical enthusiasts and those new to the genre. The choral arrangements, ranging from trios to quintets, showcase Byrd's unparalleled ability to blend voices in harmony, creating a sense of reverence and awe. Whether you're drawn to the solemnity of "Plorans plorabit" or the jubilant celebration of "Christus resurgens," this album offers a comprehensive and moving musical journey through the most sacred days of the Christian calendar.
Tracks
Plorans plorabit a5William Byrd, The Cardinall's Musick, Andrew Carwood, David Skinner
Passio Domini nostri Jesu Christe secundum JohannemWilliam Byrd, The Cardinall's Musick, Andrew Carwood, David Skinner
Adoramus te a5William Byrd, Robin Tyson, Patrick Russill, Andrew Carwood, David Skinner
Holy Saturday, Vespers: Psalm Antiphon Alleluia / Psalm 116 / Psalm Antiphon Alleluia a3William Byrd, The Cardinall's Musick, Andrew Carwood, David Skinner
Holy Saturday, Vespers: Antiphon Vespere autem sabbati / Magnificat / Antiphon Vespere autem sabbatiWilliam Byrd, The Cardinall's Musick, Andrew Carwood, David Skinner
Holy Saturday, Vespers: Oratio - Ite missa estWilliam Byrd, The Cardinall's Musick, Andrew Carwood, David Skinner
Mass Propers for Easter Day a5: Introit ResurrexiWilliam Byrd, The Cardinall's Musick, Andrew Carwood, David Skinner
Mass Propers for Easter Day a5: Gradual Haec dies / Alleluia Pascha nostrumWilliam Byrd, The Cardinall's Musick, Andrew Carwood, David Skinner
Mass Propers for Easter Day a5: Sequence Victimae paschali laudesWilliam Byrd, The Cardinall's Musick, Andrew Carwood, David Skinner
Mass Propers for Easter Day a5: Offertory Terra tremuitWilliam Byrd, The Cardinall's Musick, Andrew Carwood, David Skinner
Mass Propers for Easter Day a5: Communion Pascha nostrumWilliam Byrd, The Cardinall's Musick, Andrew Carwood, David Skinner
Haec dies a3William Byrd, The Cardinall's Musick, Andrew Carwood, David Skinner
Angelus Domini a3William Byrd, The Cardinall's Musick, Andrew Carwood, David Skinner
Mane vobiscum a3William Byrd, The Cardinall's Musick, Andrew Carwood, David Skinner
Post dies octo a3William Byrd, The Cardinall's Musick, Andrew Carwood, David Skinner
Christus resurgens a4William Byrd, The Cardinall's Musick, Andrew Carwood, David Skinner
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