"Fine Knacks For Ladies: English Lute Songs of the Renaissance" is a captivating journey through the golden age of English vocal music, brought to life by the incomparable Sir Peter Pears. This exquisite collection of 22 Renaissance lute songs, released on June 18, 2021, under the Jube Classic label, offers a rare opportunity to experience the timeless beauty of this repertoire.
Sir Peter Pears, renowned for his distinctive tenor voice and deep understanding of early music, is accompanied by the masterful Julian Bream on the lute. Together, they breathe new life into these centuries-old compositions, showcasing the intricate interplay between voice and instrument that characterizes the genre.
The album spans a duration of 53 minutes, featuring works by Thomas Ford and other notable composers of the era. Each track, from the opening "Fine Knacks for Ladies" to the closing "Mistress Mine, Well May You Fare," is a testament to the artistry and skill of both Pears and Bream. The genres of opera, requiem, choral, and classical are seamlessly blended, creating a rich tapestry of sound that transports the listener to the courts and drawing-rooms of Renaissance England.
Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of early music or a newcomer to the genre, "Fine Knacks For Ladies: English Lute Songs of the Renaissance" promises an enriching and enjoyable listening experience. The album's meticulous attention to historical detail, coupled with the performers' exceptional musicianship, makes it a standout release in the world of classical music."
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Tracks
Fine Knacks for LadiesJohn Dowland, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
Come, Phyllis, ComeThomas Ford, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
Miserere, My MakerPhilip Oboussier, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
I Saw My Lady WeepingThomas Morley, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
Fair, If You Expect AdmiringThomas Campion, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
Have You Seen But a White Lily Grow?Robert Johnson, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
What If I Never Speed?John Dowland, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
What If My Mistress NowThomas Morley, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
If My ComplaintsJohn Dowland, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
The Cypress Curtain of the Night Is SpreadThomas Campion, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
Thyrsis and MillaThomas Morley, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
Rest, Sweet NymphsFrancis Pilkington, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
Sweet Come AgainPhilip Rosseter, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
Come, Let Us Sound with MelodyThomas Campion, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
Shall I Come, My Love, to Thee?Thomas Campion, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
Sleep Wayward ThoughtsJohn Dowland, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
With My Love My Life Was NestledThomas Morley, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
Sorrow, Stay!John Dowland, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
Whether Men Do Laugh or WeepPhilip Rosseter, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
In Darkness Let Me DwellJohn Dowland, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
What Is a Day?Philip Rosseter, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
Mistress Mine, Well May You FareThomas Morley, Sir Peter Pears, Julian Bream
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