Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of sacred choral music with William Byrd's "Anthems, Motets & Services." Released on June 8, 2010, this album is a testament to Byrd's mastery of the Renaissance polyphonic style, offering a profound exploration of spiritual themes through his exquisite compositions. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 5 minutes, the album is a collection of anthems, motets, and services that showcase Byrd's unparalleled ability to blend intricate vocal harmonies with deeply moving melodies. The album features works from Byrd's "Gradualia" and "Liber sacrarum cantionum," as well as his First and Second Services, providing a comprehensive overview of his sacred choral output. Performed with meticulous attention to detail, this recording captures the essence of Byrd's music, making it a compelling addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
Tracks
Gradualia, seu cantionum sacrarum, liber secundus: Psallite DominoWilliam Byrd, Geraint Bowen, Hereford Cathedral Choir
Liber primus sacrarum cantionum: Ne irascarisWilliam Byrd, Geraint Bowen, Hereford Cathedral Choir
Liber primus sacrarum cantionum: Laetentur caeliWilliam Byrd, Geraint Bowen, Hereford Cathedral Choir
Gradualia, ac cantiones sacrae, liber primus: Senex puerum portabatWilliam Byrd, Geraint Bowen, Hereford Cathedral Choir
Sing JoyfullyWilliam Byrd, Geraint Bowen, Hereford Cathedral Choir
Gradualia, seu cantionum sacrarum, liber secundus: Non vos relinquamWilliam Byrd, Geraint Bowen, Hereford Cathedral Choir
Liber primus sacrarum cantionum: VigilateWilliam Byrd, Geraint Bowen, Hereford Cathedral Choir
Gradualia, ac cantiones sacrae, liber primus: Justorum animaeWilliam Byrd, Geraint Bowen, Hereford Cathedral Choir
Liber secundus sacrarum cantionum: Haec diesWilliam Byrd, Geraint Bowen, Hereford Cathedral Choir
Teach me, O LordWilliam Byrd, Geraint Bowen, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Peter Dyke
Gradualia, ac cantiones sacrae, liber primus: Rorate coeli desuperWilliam Byrd, Geraint Bowen, Hereford Cathedral Choir
Gradualia, ac cantiones sacrae, liber primus: Ave verum corpusWilliam Byrd, Geraint Bowen, Hereford Cathedral Choir
Second Service: MagnificatWilliam Byrd, Geraint Bowen, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Peter Dyke
Second Service: Nunc dimittisWilliam Byrd, Geraint Bowen, Hereford Cathedral Choir, Peter Dyke
Liber secundus sacrarum cantionum: Exsurge, DomineWilliam Byrd, Geraint Bowen, Hereford Cathedral Choir
Gradualia, seu cantionum sacrarum, liber secundus: Sacerdotes DominiWilliam Byrd, Geraint Bowen, Hereford Cathedral Choir
First Service: MagnificatWilliam Byrd, Geraint Bowen, Hereford Cathedral Choir
First Service: Nunc dimittisWilliam Byrd, Geraint Bowen, Hereford Cathedral Choir
Liber secundus sacrarum cantionum: Laudibus in sanctisWilliam Byrd, Geraint Bowen, Hereford Cathedral Choir
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