Christopher Maltman presents a captivating collection of songs that blend the poetic and the musical in Vaughan Williams' "Songs of Travel" and Butterworth's "A Shropshire Lad." Released on September 1, 2003, under the Hyperion label, this album is a testament to the rich tapestry of choral and operatic traditions. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 19 minutes, the album is a journey through the evocative landscapes of English poetry and music.
Maltman's rendition of Vaughan Williams' "Songs of Travel" is a highlight, showcasing the composer's ability to weave together words and melody into a seamless whole. The album also features Butterworth's "A Shropshire Lad," a poignant cycle of songs that captures the essence of rural life and the passage of time. Each track is performed with a sensitivity and depth that brings the compositions to life, making this album a must-listen for fans of choral and operatic music. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, Christopher Maltman's interpretation of these timeless works is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Tracks
A Broken Arc: No. 1, Such a Starved Bank of MossArthur Somervell, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
A Broken Arc: No. 2, Meeting at NightArthur Somervell, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
A Broken Arc: No. 3, My StarArthur Somervell, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
A Broken Arc: No. 4, Nay But You, Who Do Not Love HerArthur Somervell, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
A Broken Arc: No. 5, The Worst of ItArthur Somervell, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
A Broken Arc: No. 6, AfterArthur Somervell, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
A Broken Arc: No. 7, From Easter DayArthur Somervell, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
A Broken Arc: No. 8, The Year's at the SpringArthur Somervell, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
DiapheniaWilliam Denis Browne, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
Epitaph on Salathiel PavyWilliam Denis Browne, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
To Gratiana Dancing and SingingWilliam Denis Browne, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
Songs of Travel: No. 1, The VagabondRalph Vaughan Williams, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
Songs of Travel: No. 2, Let Beauty AwakeRalph Vaughan Williams, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
Songs of Travel: No. 3, The Roadside FireRalph Vaughan Williams, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
Songs of Travel: No. 4, Youth and LoveRalph Vaughan Williams, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
Songs of Travel: No. 5, In DreamsRalph Vaughan Williams, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
Songs of Travel: No. 6, The Infinite Shining HeavensRalph Vaughan Williams, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
Songs of Travel: No. 7, Whither Must I Wander?Ralph Vaughan Williams, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
Songs of Travel: No. 8, Bright Is the Ring of WordsRalph Vaughan Williams, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
Songs of Travel: No. 9, I Have Trod the Upward and the Downward SlopeRalph Vaughan Williams, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
Bredon Hill and Other Songs: No. 1, Bredon HillGeorge Butterworth, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
Bredon Hill and Other Songs: No. 2, Oh Fair Enough Are Sky and PlainGeorge Butterworth, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
Bredon Hill and Other Songs: No. 3, When the Lad for Longing SighsGeorge Butterworth, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
Bredon Hill and Other Songs: No. 4, On the Idle Hill of SummerGeorge Butterworth, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
Bredon Hill and Other Songs: No. 5, With Rue My Heart Is LadenGeorge Butterworth, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
6 Songs from A Shropshire Lad: No. 1, Loveliest of TreesGeorge Butterworth, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
6 Songs from A Shropshire Lad: No. 2, When I Was One-and-TwentyGeorge Butterworth, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
6 Songs from A Shropshire Lad: No. 3, Look Not in My EyesGeorge Butterworth, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
6 Songs from A Shropshire Lad: No. 4, Think No More, LadGeorge Butterworth, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
6 Songs from A Shropshire Lad: No. 5, The Lads in Their HundredsGeorge Butterworth, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
6 Songs from A Shropshire Lad: No. 6, Is My Team Ploughing?George Butterworth, Christopher Maltman, Roger Vignoles
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