The Sixteen- Royal Welcome Songs 3 (CD)
Purcell's genius abounds in this, the fourth volume in The Sixteen's series devoted to the composer. Henry Purcell grew from young childhood to established professional adulthood in the service of Charles II. He identified strongly with the court, but he was well aware of Charles's unreliability as a patron. Wisely, Purcell made an early decision to diversify, flaunting his court connections while building up the largest possible client base beyond the court. This programme shows that strategy in action and celebrates a diversity of writing for both professional Court musicians as well as amateur enthusiasts. "Christophers creates a vivid sense of celebration and occasion, conjuring blustering trumpet fanfares and drum-rolls from his ensemble." (Gramophone)
Tracklist:
- Rejoice In The Lord Alway, Z. 49
- Dioclesian, Z. 627: Chaconne "Two In One Upon A Ground"
- Close Thine Eyes And Sleep Secure ("Upon A Quiet Conscience"), Z. 184
- Sir Barnaby Whigg (Orno Wit Like A Woman's),z. 589: Blow, Boreas, Blow
- O All Ye People, Clap Your Hands, Z. 138
- Catch - Come, My Hearts, Play Your Parts, Z. 246
- Welcome Song - What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?, Z. 341: Symphony
- Welcome Song - What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?, Z. 341: What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?
- Welcome Song - What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?, Z. 341: All The Grandeur
- Welcome Song - What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?, Z. 341: Let Us Sing The Praises
- Welcome Song - What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?, Z. 341: Mighty Charles
- Welcome Song - What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?, Z. 341: May All Factious Troubles Cease
- Overture In D Minor, Z. 771
- The Massacre Of Paris, Z. 604: Thy Genius, Lo!
- O Praise The Lord, All Ye Heathen, Z. 43
- The History Of King Richard The Second (Or The Sicilian Usurper), Z. 581: Retir’d From Any Mortal’s Sight
- Welcome Song - From Those Serene And Rapturous Joys, Z. 326: Symphony
- Welcome Song - From Those Serene And Rapturous Joys, Z. 326: From Those Serene And Rapturous Joys
- Welcome Song - From Those Serene And Rapturous Joys, Z. 326: Behold Th’indulgent Prince Is Come
- Welcome Song - From Those Serene And Rapturous Joys, Z. 326: Welcome Home
- Welcome Song - What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?, Z. 341: Welcome As Soft Refreshing Show’rs
- Welcome Song - What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?, Z. 341: Welcome, More Welcome Does He Come
- Welcome Song - What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?, Z. 341: Nor Does The Sun More Comfort Bring
- Welcome Song - What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?, Z. 341: With Trumpets And Shouts We Receive The World’s Wonder
Purcell's genius abounds in this, the fourth volume in The Sixteen's series devoted to the composer. Henry Purcell grew from young childhood to established professional adulthood in the service of Charles II. He identified strongly with the court, but he was well aware of Charles's unreliability as a patron. Wisely, Purcell made an early decision to diversify, flaunting his court connections while building up the largest possible client base beyond the court. This programme shows that strategy in action and celebrates a diversity of writing for both professional Court musicians as well as amateur enthusiasts. "Christophers creates a vivid sense of celebration and occasion, conjuring blustering trumpet fanfares and drum-rolls from his ensemble." (Gramophone)
Tracklist:
- Rejoice In The Lord Alway, Z. 49
- Dioclesian, Z. 627: Chaconne "Two In One Upon A Ground"
- Close Thine Eyes And Sleep Secure ("Upon A Quiet Conscience"), Z. 184
- Sir Barnaby Whigg (Orno Wit Like A Woman's),z. 589: Blow, Boreas, Blow
- O All Ye People, Clap Your Hands, Z. 138
- Catch - Come, My Hearts, Play Your Parts, Z. 246
- Welcome Song - What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?, Z. 341: Symphony
- Welcome Song - What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?, Z. 341: What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?
- Welcome Song - What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?, Z. 341: All The Grandeur
- Welcome Song - What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?, Z. 341: Let Us Sing The Praises
- Welcome Song - What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?, Z. 341: Mighty Charles
- Welcome Song - What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?, Z. 341: May All Factious Troubles Cease
- Overture In D Minor, Z. 771
- The Massacre Of Paris, Z. 604: Thy Genius, Lo!
- O Praise The Lord, All Ye Heathen, Z. 43
- The History Of King Richard The Second (Or The Sicilian Usurper), Z. 581: Retir’d From Any Mortal’s Sight
- Welcome Song - From Those Serene And Rapturous Joys, Z. 326: Symphony
- Welcome Song - From Those Serene And Rapturous Joys, Z. 326: From Those Serene And Rapturous Joys
- Welcome Song - From Those Serene And Rapturous Joys, Z. 326: Behold Th’indulgent Prince Is Come
- Welcome Song - From Those Serene And Rapturous Joys, Z. 326: Welcome Home
- Welcome Song - What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?, Z. 341: Welcome As Soft Refreshing Show’rs
- Welcome Song - What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?, Z. 341: Welcome, More Welcome Does He Come
- Welcome Song - What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?, Z. 341: Nor Does The Sun More Comfort Bring
- Welcome Song - What Shall Be Done In Behalf Of The Man?, Z. 341: With Trumpets And Shouts We Receive The World’s Wonder