Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of 17th-century English theatre music with The Newberry Consort's "Musick For Severall Friends." Released on January 1, 1989, under the Harmonia Mundi label, this album is a meticulously crafted collection of medieval compositions that span a variety of genres and moods. The Newberry Consort, renowned for their historical performances, brings to life a diverse array of pieces, from pavans and sonatas to suites and jigs, each track a testament to the musical ingenuity of the era.
The album opens with the hauntingly beautiful "Take, O Take those lips away" and closes with the lively "Another Division Upon a Ground by Mr. P. B.," offering a journey through the emotional and musical landscapes of the time. With a duration of just over an hour, "Musick For Severall Friends" is a compact yet comprehensive exploration of the period's musical repertoire. The Newberry Consort's commitment to authenticity and their masterful performances make this album a captivating experience for both the seasoned enthusiast and the curious newcomer.
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Tracks
Take, O Take those lips awayJohn Wilson, The Newberry Consort, Mary Springfels
Sleepe, Sleepe, Faire VirginJohn Wilson, The Newberry Consort, Mary Springfels
Where the Bee SucksJohn Wilson, The Newberry Consort, Mary Springfels
Division to a GroundChristopher Simpson, The Newberry Consort, Mary Springfels
Spanish PavanJohann Schop, The Newberry Consort, Mary Springfels
O Faire Sweet FaceJohn Wilson, The Newberry Consort, Mary Springfels
Sonata in G MajorHenry Butler, The Newberry Consort, Mary Springfels
Languish and Dispaire my HartJohn Wilson, The Newberry Consort, Mary Springfels
Doe you not WonderJohn Wilson, The Newberry Consort, Mary Springfels
Sonata in G MinorHenry Butler, The Newberry Consort, Mary Springfels
Awake, Awake! The Morne will Never RiseJohn Wilson, The Newberry Consort, Mary Springfels
Wherefore Peep'st Thou, Envious Day?John Wilson, The Newberry Consort, Mary Springfels
Do not fear to put thy feetJohn Wilson, The Newberry Consort, Mary Springfels
Suite in G Minor: I. FantazieMatthew Locke, The Newberry Consort, Mary Springfels
Suite in G Minor: II. AyreMatthew Locke, The Newberry Consort, Mary Springfels
Suite in G Minor: III. CorantoMatthew Locke, Mary Springfels, The Newberry Consort
Suite in G Minor: IV. SarabandMatthew Locke, Mary Springfels, The Newberry Consort
Suite in G Minor: V. AyreMatthew Locke, Mary Springfels, The Newberry Consort
Suite in G Minor: VI. JiggMatthew Locke, Mary Springfels, The Newberry Consort
Boast not, Blind BoyJohn Wilson, The Newberry Consort, Mary Springfels
Stay, O StayJohn Wilson, The Newberry Consort, Mary Springfels
I Prithee Turn That Face AwayJohn Wilson, The Newberry Consort, Mary Springfels
Sonata in F MajorHenry Butler, The Newberry Consort, Mary Springfels
Another Division Upon a Ground by Mr. P. B.Paul Banister, Mary Springfels, The Newberry Consort
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