Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Baroque orchestral music with William Boyce's masterful composition, "Solomon." Released in 1990 by Hyperion, this classical album is a testament to Boyce's genius, offering a rich and captivating experience that spans over an hour and sixteen minutes. The album is divided into three parts, each brimming with a variety of musical forms including overtures, choruses, recitatives, arias, and duets, all beautifully intertwined to create a cohesive and engaging narrative.
"Solomon" is a choral work that showcases Boyce's exceptional talent for blending vocal and instrumental elements. The album features a diverse range of tracks, from the dramatic and powerful choruses to the delicate and intimate arias. Each piece is meticulously crafted, demonstrating Boyce's deep understanding of harmony, melody, and rhythm. The album's standout tracks include the lively overture, the enchanting duet "Together Let Us Range the Fields," and the stirring chorus "Thou Soft Invader of the Soul!"
William Boyce, an English composer known for his significant contributions to Baroque music, brings his unique style and expertise to this album. His compositions are characterized by their clarity, elegance, and expressive power, making "Solomon" a captivating journey through the world of classical music. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a delightful and enriching listening experience.
Solomon, Pt. 1: No. 1, Overture. Largo – Allegro – LarghettoWilliam Boyce, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman
Solomon, Pt. 1: No. 2, Chorus. Behold, Jerusalem, Behold Thy King (Chorus)William Boyce, Roy Goodman, The Parley of Instruments, The Parley of Instruments Choir
Solomon, Pt. 1: No. 3, Recit. From the Mountains, Lo! He Comes (She)William Boyce, Bronwen Mills, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman
Solomon, Pt. 1: No. 4, Air. Tell Me, Lovely Shepherd, Where (She)William Boyce, Bronwen Mills, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman
Solomon, Pt. 1: No. 5, Air. Fairest of the Virgin Throng (He)William Boyce, Howard Crook, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman
Solomon, Pt. 1: No. 6, Recit. As the Rich Apple, on Whose Boughs (She)William Boyce, Bronwen Mills, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman
Solomon, Pt. 1: No. 7, Air. Beneath Him Ample Shade I Lay (She)William Boyce, Bronwen Mills, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman
Solomon, Pt. 1: No. 8, Recit. Who Quits the Lily's Fleecy White (He)William Boyce, Howard Crook, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman
Solomon, Pt. 1: No. 9, Air. Balmy Sweetness, Ever Flowing (He)William Boyce, Howard Crook, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman
Solomon, Pt. 1: No. 10, Recit/Air. Let Not My Prince His Slave Despise (She)William Boyce, Roy Goodman, The Parley of Instruments, Bronwen Mills
Solomon, Pt. 1: No. 11, Air. Fair and Comely Is My Love (He)William Boyce, Howard Crook, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman
Solomon, Pt. 1: No. 12, Recit. Forbear, O Charming Swain, Forbear! (She)William Boyce, Bronwen Mills, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman
Solomon, Pt. 1: No. 13, Air. O Fill with Cooling Juice the Bowl (She)William Boyce, Bronwen Mills, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman
Solomon, Pt. 2: No. 1, Sinfonia. Allegro assaiWilliam Boyce, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman
Solomon, Pt. 2: No. 2, Recit/Air. The Cheerful Spring Begins Today (He/She)William Boyce, Bronwen Mills, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman, Howard Crook
Solomon, Pt. 2: No. 3, Duet. Together Let Us Range the Fields (He/She)William Boyce, Bronwen Mills, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman, Howard Crook
Solomon, Pt. 2: No. 4, Recit. How Lovely Art Thou to the Sight (He)William Boyce, Howard Crook, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman
Solomon, Pt. 2: No. 5, Air. Let Me, Love, the Bole Ascending (He)William Boyce, Howard Crook, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman
Solomon, Pt. 2: No. 6, Recit. O That a Sister's Specious Name (She)William Boyce, Bronwen Mills, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman
Solomon, Pt. 2: No. 7, Air. Soft! I Adjure You, by the Fawns (She)William Boyce, Bronwen Mills, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman
Solomon, Pt. 2: No. 8, Recit. My Fair's a Garden of Delight (He)William Boyce, Howard Crook, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman
Solomon, Pt. 2: No. 9, Air with Chorus. Softly Rise, O Southern Breeze! (He)William Boyce, Howard Crook, Roy Goodman, The Parley of Instruments Choir, The Parley of Instruments, Sally Jackson
Solomon, Pt. 3: No. 1, Arioso. Arise, My Fair, the Doors Unfold (He/She)William Boyce, Bronwen Mills, The Parley of Instruments, Roy Goodman, Howard Crook
Solomon, Pt. 3: No. 2, Recit/Air. Obedient to Thy Voice I Hie (She)William Boyce, Bronwen Mills, Roy Goodman, The Parley of Instruments
Solomon, Pt. 3: No. 3, Air. Ye Blooming Virgins, as Ye Rove (She)William Boyce, Roy Goodman, Bronwen Mills, The Parley of Instruments
Solomon, Pt. 3: No. 3, Chorus. Who Is Thy Love, O Charming Maid! (Virgins)William Boyce, Roy Goodman, The Parley of Instruments, The Parley of Instruments Choir
Solomon, Pt. 3: No. 5, Air. On His Face the Vernal Rose (She)William Boyce, Bronwen Mills, Roy Goodman, The Parley of Instruments
Solomon, Pt. 3: No. 6, Arioso. This, O Ye Virgins, Is the Swain (She)William Boyce, Roy Goodman, Bronwen Mills, The Parley of Instruments
Solomon, Pt. 3: No. 7, Recit. Sweet Nymph, Whom Ruddier Charms Adorn (He)William Boyce, Roy Goodman, Howard Crook, The Parley of Instruments
Solomon, Pt. 3: No. 8, Recit. O Take Me! Stamp Me on Thy Breast! (She)William Boyce, Roy Goodman, Bronwen Mills, The Parley of Instruments
Solomon, Pt. 3: No. 9, Duet and Chorus. Thou Soft Invader of the Soul! (He/She)William Boyce, Bronwen Mills, Howard Crook, Roy Goodman, The Parley of Instruments, The Parley of Instruments Choir