Tom & Will - Weelk... - The King's | Fretwork Singers - Audio CD (Arrives in 50 days)

400 years ago, in 1623, England lost two of its greatest composers: William Byrd and Thomas Weelkes. In a pro- gramme marking this double anniversary, The King’s Singers and Fretwork turn their focus to the bold personalities of these two men, Will and Tom. Featuring well-known gems by the two composers, alongside works which had never been recorded before and which are rarely heard live, Tom and Will unlocks some of the humanity behind these two giants of Elizabethan music. Presented in The King’s Singers’ unique style, this programme is filled with beauty, drama and storytelling.

As part of this project, The King’s Singers and Fretwork have commissioned two new works for their joint forces, by two of Britain’s great living composers: Sir James MacMillan and Roderick Williams. These works only feature in the version performed by The King’s Singers and Fretwork, but represent a commitment to keeping the spirit of Byrd and Weelkes alive in today’s musical landscape.

Tracklist

1. Praise Our Lord All Ye Gentiles (02:47)
2. If Women Could Be Fair (03:42)
3. Say Dear, When Will Your Frowning Leave (02:47)
4. Like Two Proud Armies (01:42)
5. Pavan No. 3 (02:42)
6. Thule, the Period of Cosmography (04:12)
7. What Joy So True (04:51)
8. In Nomine A4 (01:33)
9. Ye Sacred Muses (1) (03:18)
10. Ye Sacred Muses (2) (07:04)
11. In Nomine A5 (1) (02:49)
12. Hark All Ye Lovely Saints Above (03:06)
13. Death Hath Deprived Me (02:23)
14. Death, Be Not Proud (07:46)
15. In Nomine A5 (2) (03:02)
16. Who Made Thee Hob (01:34)
17. This Sweet and Merry Month of May (02:11)
18. Browning (the Leaves Be Green) (04:41)
19. Alack, When I Look Back (05:34)
20. O Lord Make Thy Servant Elizabeth (03:09)

Label: Signum Classics | Origin: Holland

📌 .. Weelkes & Byrd 400 Years