The Choir Project al día [18-VIII-2013]

Music and Monarchy: Revolutions.
BBC again -and forever.

  Really amazing BBC documentary presented by David Starkey, focused on music and English and political use of the hand of the monarchy.
As usual with BBC Could programs, the quality of the content is outstanding, and the music used, in fantástic performances by some of the more specialized English ensembles, is one of the best never composed.
 
  This second episode is dedicated to early and medieum baroque masters: Orlando Gibbons, William Lawes, Thomas Tomkins and especially Henry Purcell. Great music and fantastic performances.
Enjoy it!

The Choir Project al día [30-VI-2012]

Henry Purcell (1659-1695): Now that the sun hath veiled his light (An Evening Hymn).
Chanticleer & Capriccio Stravagante (Skip Sempé).
Calm and quiet.

  
   This piece is actually a work for solo voice and bass continuo, but in this really wonderful chora

l arrangement set, the ensemble Chanticleer is absolutely fantastic. The delicate line is played masterfully by these singers, with a wonderful sound and fascinating clarity and elegance. Special mention to Capriccio Stravagante, conducted by Skip Sempé, for its refining use the viola da gamba, triple harp and organ.
Music that invites reflection and introspection.

• Composer.
• Album.
• Score.
• Chanticleer's web.
• Capriccio Stravagante's web.
• Chanticleer's Face page.