Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of sacred choral music with "Byrd: Motets and Anthems," a captivating collection of works by the renowned English composer William Byrd. Released in 2002, this album offers a exquisite selection of 18 tracks, spanning a total of 71 minutes, that showcase Byrd's mastery of both Latin motets and English anthems. With a career that spanned over half a century, William Byrd is celebrated for his prolific output of sacred choral compositions, and this album presents a carefully curated selection of his most resonant and inspiring works.
The album features a blend of Latin motets and English anthems, providing a rich tapestry of sounds that highlight Byrd's compositional genius. The Cambridge Singers, under the direction of the esteemed conductor John Rutter, deliver a performance of unparalleled precision and emotional depth, bringing Byrd's music to life with a clarity and reverence that is truly captivating. The album includes beloved pieces such as "Ave Verum Corpus," "Sing Joyfully unto God Our Strength," and "O Magnum Mysterium," each rendered with a sensitivity that honors the sacred nature of the texts.
"Byrd: Motets and Anthems" is a testament to the enduring power of sacred music and the timeless appeal of William Byrd's compositions. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of choral music or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a profound and enriching listening experience. The meticulous craftsmanship of Byrd's compositions, combined with the exquisite performances by The Cambridge Singers, makes this album a true gem in the world of classical and choral music.
2002 Collegium2002 Collegium
Tracks
Sing joyfully unto God our strengthWilliam Byrd, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Turn our captivity, O LordWilliam Byrd, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Praise our Lord, all ye GentilesWilliam Byrd, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Emendemus in meliusWilliam Byrd, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Siderum rectorWilliam Byrd, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Plorans ploravitWilliam Byrd, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Visita quaesumus, DomineWilliam Byrd, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Attollite portasWilliam Byrd, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Liber secundus sacrarum cantionum (Cantiones sacrae): Laudibus in sanctisWilliam Byrd, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Gaudeamus omnesWilliam Byrd, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Ave verum corpusWilliam Byrd, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Veni, Sancte Spiritus, et emitteWilliam Byrd, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Christus resurgensWilliam Byrd, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Solve iubente DeoWilliam Byrd, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
O magnum misteriumWilliam Byrd, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Non vos relinquam orphanosWilliam Byrd, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
O quam suavis estWilliam Byrd, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
Justorum animaeWilliam Byrd, The Cambridge Singers, John Rutter
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