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warlock: the curlew, capriol, serenade & songs - peter warlock

Peter Warlock - Warlock: The Curlew, Capriol, Serenade & Songs (LP)

Peter Warlock

1997
21 tracks
59 min
orchestra

Warlock: The Curlew, Capriol, Serenade & Songs

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Product Description

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Peter Warlock with this captivating 1997 release from Hyperion. This album is a delightful blend of orchestral and classical genres, showcasing Warlock's unique compositional style and his deep appreciation for Renaissance and folk music influences. The album opens with the lively and intricate "Capriol Suite," a six-movement work inspired by Renaissance dances, each piece brimming with energy and charm. The suite is followed by a selection of Warlock's hauntingly beautiful songs, including "Sleep," "A Sad Song," and "Take, O Take Those Lips Away," which highlight his mastery of melody and his ability to evoke deep emotion through his music. The centerpiece of the album is "The Curlew," a five-movement song cycle that explores themes of longing, loss, and the natural world. Throughout the album, Warlock's rich harmonic language and inventive orchestration create a listening experience that is both intellectually stimulating and deeply moving. With a total runtime of just under an hour, this album is a perfect introduction to the music of Peter Warlock and a testament to his enduring legacy as one of the most distinctive and innovative composers of the 20th century.

Tracks

Capriol Suite: I. Basse DancePeter Warlock, Nash Ensemble, Martyn Brabbins
1:42
Capriol Suite: II. PavanePeter Warlock, Nash Ensemble, Martyn Brabbins
2:11
Capriol Suite: III. TordionPeter Warlock, Nash Ensemble, Martyn Brabbins
0:59
Capriol Suite: IV. BranslePeter Warlock, Nash Ensemble, Martyn Brabbins
2:01
Capriol Suite: V. Pieds-en-l'airPeter Warlock, Nash Ensemble, Martyn Brabbins
2:15
Capriol Suite: VI. MattachinsPeter Warlock, Nash Ensemble, Martyn Brabbins
1:07
SleepPeter Warlock, Nash Ensemble, John Mark Ainsley
2:59
A Sad SongPeter Warlock, Nash Ensemble, John Mark Ainsley
2:01
The Fairest MayPeter Warlock, Nash Ensemble, John Mark Ainsley
1:44
My Lady Is a Pretty OnePeter Warlock, Nash Ensemble, John Mark Ainsley
1:48
My Little Sweet DarlingPeter Warlock, Nash Ensemble, John Mark Ainsley
2:15
Mourn No MoePeter Warlock, Nash Ensemble, John Mark Ainsley
2:01
Take, O Take Those Lips AwayPeter Warlock, Nash Ensemble, John Mark Ainsley
1:55
My Gostly FaderPeter Warlock, Nash Ensemble, John Mark Ainsley
2:16
ChopcherryPeter Warlock, Nash Ensemble, John Mark Ainsley
1:10
SerenadePeter Warlock, Nash Ensemble, Martyn Brabbins
7:56
The Curlew: I. The CurlewPeter Warlock, Nash Ensemble, John Mark Ainsley
7:20
The Curlew: II. Pale Brows, Still HandsPeter Warlock, Nash Ensemble, John Mark Ainsley
1:43
The Curlew: III. I Cried When the MoonPeter Warlock, John Mark Ainsley, Nash Ensemble
9:06
The Curlew: IV. InterludePeter Warlock, Nash Ensemble
2:48
The Curlew: V. I Wander by the EdgePeter Warlock, John Mark Ainsley, Nash Ensemble
1:54

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Warlock: The Curlew, Capriol, Serenade & Songs
Artist: Peter Warlock
Album release date: 1 okt 1997
Label: Hyperion
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 59 min
Tracks: 21 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Orchestra
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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