Purcell: Airs & Duets

On this CD:

1. Let the fifes, and the clarions (from "The Fairy Queen"), duet for 2 altos, Z. 629/29 Let The Fifes And The Clarions
Composed by Henry Purcell
Performed by Howard Crook, Jeffrey Dooley, David Rubio, Mary Springfels

2. Hark! now the echoing air (from "The Fairy Queen"), soprano aria and chorus, Z. 629/48 Hark! The Ech'ing Air
Composed by Henry Purcell
Performed by Edward Brewer, Jeffrey Dooley, Mary Springfels

3. Welcome to all the pleasures (A Ode for St. Cecilia's Day), for soloists, chorus & instruments, Z. 339 ~Beauty, Thou Scene Of Love
Composed by Henry Purcell
Performed by Edward Brewer, Howard Crook, Mary Springfels

4. Hail, bright Cecilia (Ode for St. Cecilia's Day), for soloists, chorus & instruments, Z. 328
Composed by Henry Purcell
Performed by Edward Brewer, David Carp, Howard Crook, Jeffrey Dooley, Dennis L. Godburn, Mary Springfels

5. Saccharissa's grown old, song for soprano, bass & continuo, Z. 507
Composed by Henry Purcell
Performed by Howard Crook, Jeffrey Dooley

6. Come ye sons of art away (Birthday ode for Queen Mary), for soloists, chorus & instruments, Z. 323
Composed by Henry Purcell
Performed by Edward Brewer, Howard Crook, Jeffrey Dooley, Mary Springfels

7. Lord, what is man?, sacred song for soprano & continuo, Z. 192
Composed by Henry Purcell
Performed by Edward Brewer, Jeffrey Dooley, Mary Springfels

8. Love's goddess sure was blind (Birthday Ode for Queen Mary), for soloists, chorus 2 recorders and continuo, Z. 331 Sweetness Of Nature
Composed by Henry Purcell
Performed by Edward Brewer, Jeffrey Dooley, Mary Springfels

9. Fly bold rebellion (Welcome Ode for Charles II), for soloists, double chorus, strings & continuo, Z. 324
Composed by Henry Purcell
Performed by Edward Brewer, Jeffrey Dooley, Mary Springfels

10. Lovely Albina's come ashore, song, Z. 394
Composed by Henry Purcell
Performed by Edward Brewer, Howard Crook, Mary Springfels

11. One charming night (from "The Fairy Queen"), alto aria, Z. 629/13 One Charming Night
Composed by Henry Purcell
Performed by Edward Brewer, David Carp, Jeffrey Dooley, Dennis L. Godburn, Mary Springfels

12. If ever I more riches did desire, song for 2 sopranos, tenor, bass, 2 violins & continuo, Z. 544 ~Here Let My Life
Composed by Henry Purcell
Performed by Edward Brewer, Howard Crook, Daniel Reed, Louise Shulman, Mary Springfels

13. Love's goddess sure was blind (Birthday Ode for Queen Mary), for soloists, chorus 2 recorders and continuo, Z. 331 Many, Many Such Days
Composed by Henry Purcell
Performed by Edward Brewer, Howard Crook, Jeffrey Dooley, Mary Springfels

14. If music be the food of love, song, Z. 379 (3 settings)
Composed by Henry Purcell
Performed by Edward Brewer, Howard Crook, Mary Springfels

15. If ever I more riches did desire, song for 2 sopranos, tenor, bass, 2 violins & continuo, Z. 544 ~Me, O Ye Gods
Composed by Henry Purcell
Performed by Edward Brewer, Howard Crook, Jeffrey Dooley, Mary Springfels

16. Arise, my muse (Ode for Queen Mary's Birthday), for soloists, chorus & instruments, Z. 320 ~Hail, Gracious Glorianna, Hail!
Composed by Henry Purcell
Performed by Edward Brewer, David Carp, Howard Crook, Jeffrey Dooley, Dennis L. Godburn, Dennis L. Godburn, Daniel Reed

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Purcell: Songs & Airs / Argenta, North, Boothby, Nicholson, Toll
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Nice Collection
  • PERFECT!
  • Great singing and excellent value for money
  • More than two hours of beautiful 17th century 'ayres'
 Purcell: Songs & Airs / Argenta, North, Boothby, Nicholson, Toll
Henry Purcell , Nancy Argenta , and Nigel North
Manufacturer: EMI Classics
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ASIN: B000059LOH
Release Date: 2001-06-05

Tracks:

  1. O Solitude - Nancy Argenta/Nigel North
  2. Ah! How Sweet It Is To Love - Nancy Argenta/Richard Boothby/Paul Nicholson
  3. Not All My Torments - Nancy Argenta/Nigel North/Paul Nicholson
  4. Stripp'd Of Their Green - Nancy Argenta/Nigel North/Richard Boothby/Paul Nicholson
  5. Tell Me, Some Pitying Angel - Nancy Argenta/Nigel North/Richard Boothby/Paul Nicholson
  6. If Music Be The Food Of Love - Nancy Argenta/Richard Boothby/Paul Nicholson
  7. Hark! Hark! The Echoing Air - Nancy Argenta/Nigel North/Richard Boothby/Paul Nicholson
  8. The Fatal Hour Comes On Apace - Nancy Argenta/Nigel North
  9. Incassum, Lesbia - Nancy Argenta/Nigel North/Paul Nicholson
  10. Sweeter Than Roses - Nancy Argenta/Nigel North/Richard Boothby
  11. Cupid, The Slyest Rogue Alive - Nancy Argenta/Nigel North/Richard Boothby/Paul Nicholson
  12. From Silent Shades - Nancy Argenta/Nigel North/Richard Boothby/Paul Nicholson
  13. Dear Pretty Youth - Nancy Argenta/Nigel North/Richard Boothby
  14. From Rosy Bow'rs - Nancy Argenta/Nigel North/Richard Boothby/Paul Nicholson
  15. Now That The Sun Hath Veil'd His Light - Nancy Argenta/Paul Nicholson
  16. Beneath A Poplar's Shadow - Nancy Argenta/Nigel North/Richard Boothby
  17. I Attempt From Love's Sickness To Fly - Nancy Argenta/Paul Nicholson
  18. Let Us Dance - Nancy Argenta/Nigel North/Richard Boothby/Paul Nicholson
  19. Fairest Isle - Nancy Argenta/Nigel North
  20. O Solitude - Nancy Argenta/Richard Boothby

Tracks:

  1. Nymphs And Shepherds - Nancy Argenta/Nicholas Robinson/Fiona Huggett/Trevor Jones/Richard Boothby/Nigel North/John Toll
  2. Amidst The Shades And Cool Refreshing Streams - Nancy Argenta/Nigel North
  3. Love In Their Little Veins Inspires - Nancy Argenta/Rachel Becket/Marion Scott/Richard Boothby/Nigel North
  4. Fly Swift, Ye Hours - Nancy Argenta/Richard Boothby/Nigel North/John Toll
  5. They Tell Us That Your Mighty Powers - Nancy Argenta/Nicholas Robinson/Fiona Huggett/Trevor Jones/Richard Boothby/Nigel North/John Toll
  6. The Plaint: O Let Me Weep - Nancy Argenta/Pauline Nobes/Richard Boothby/Nigel North/John Toll
  7. In The Black, Dismal Dungeon Of Despair - Nancy Argenta/Nigel North/John Toll
  8. See, Even Night Herself Is Here - Nancy Argenta/Nicholas Robinson/Fiona Huggett/Trevor Jones
  9. Why Should Men Quarrel? - Nancy Argenta/Rachel Becket/Marion Scott/Richard Boothby/John Toll
  10. Seek Not To Know - Nancy Argenta/Paul Goodwin/Sophia McKenna/Richard Boothby/Nigel North/John Toll
  11. Retir'd From Mortals' Sight - Nancy Argenta/Nigel North
  12. To Arms, Heoric Prince - Nancy Argenta/Mark Bennett/Richard Boothby/Nigel North/John Toll
  13. O Lead Me To Some Peaceful Gloom - Nancy Argenta/Richard Boothby/Nigel North/John Toll
  14. Halcyon Days - Nancy Argenta/Paul Goodwin/Pauline Nobes/Richard Boothby/Nigel North/John Toll
  15. Bid The Virtues - Nancy Argenta/Paul Goodwin/Richard Boothby/Nigel North/John Toll
  16. Lord, What Is Man? (A Divine Hymn) - Nancy Argenta/Richard Boothby/Nigel North/John Toll
  17. Music For A While - Nancy Argenta/John Toll
  18. If Music Be The Food Of Love (1st Setting) - Nancy Argenta/Richard Boothby/John Toll
  19. Sawney Is A Bonny Lad (A Scotch Song) - Nancy Argenta/Nigel North
  20. When I Have Often Heard Young Maids Complaining - Nancy Argenta/Nicholas Robinson/Fiona Huggett/Richard Boothby/Nigel North/John Toll
  21. Ah! Cruel, Bloody Fate - Nancy Argenta/Nigel North/John Toll
  22. Thy Hand, Belinda... When I Am Laid In Earth - Nancy Argenta/Nicholas Robinson/Fiona Huggett/Trevor Jones/Richard Boothby/Nigel North

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Nice Collection.......2007-03-05

I have many collections of Purcell's Music. This collection stands up to them at half the price. Solid buy.

5 out of 5 stars PERFECT!.......2006-10-26

There is only a word with which I can describe this set of discs: perfect!
The only flaw there is, is not related to the singing or playing: no text enclosed.

5 out of 5 stars Great singing and excellent value for money.......2004-09-19

This is probably one of the best anthologies of Purcell songs around, and not just because it's two-for-one pricing means it contains twice as much music (CD1:74'24" & CD2: 77'41")! Nancy Argenta has an irrepressible sense of style and crystal clear diction. But unlike Emma Kirby, whose vocal purity can become tiresome, these renditions radiate warmth. She is also, I have found, more consistently involving than any one of the singers in Hyperion's three disc survey of Complete Secular Songs (recently reissued as a single set). One marvels at how she judiciously balances restraint and emotional forthrightness. The accompaniments (archlute, viola da gamba, harpsichord, and organ) are well judged and blend with the voice, all helped by an excellently defined recording acoustic. This is an absolute winner at any price!

5 out of 5 stars More than two hours of beautiful 17th century 'ayres'.......2001-08-02

Two CDs, totaling more than 150 minutes of sparsely-arranged (never more than 3-5 instruments at a time), sweetly-sung, 350 year old 'ayres' (a typically English form of secular music). Nancy Argenta's soprano voice is lovely, silvery indeed as her name implies. The instruments are a discreet but friendly accompaniment to her solo voice. Perhaps the instruments are a little too discreet -- there are times when I wish they were a touch more prominent. But that is a very, very minor complaint. A beautiful collection, and quite well worth the money.
The Beggar's Opera: Original Songs & Airs
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • music and musicology
  • Spare and bitter origins of British opera
 The Beggar's Opera: Original Songs & Airs

Manufacturer: Hmf Musique D'abord
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ASIN: B00009IC6P
Release Date: 2003-10-14

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars music and musicology.......2006-05-26

i've had the original release for more years than i will admit. it's as enjoyable today as it was the first time i listened to it.

in addition to the john gay versions are the earliest known versions of the songs and some that came afterwards. for example, the tune of what most people know as 'greensleeves' is played from the first known italian setting (15th century as i recall) to one done in the irish folk style from the 19th century, with gay's version in the middle.

gay borrowed many of his tunes from other songs that were familiar to his audience. where the original might be sentimental or even religious in content, gay would write a bawdy or satiric version, which would have had added interest and humor for his audience.

but don't think that all this impressive scholarship makes for a dull time. the musicians are first rate and the disc can be enjoyed simply as wonderfully played and sung 18th music.

4 out of 5 stars Spare and bitter origins of British opera.......2003-11-19

This is a splendid performance of astringent pieces from the original Beggar's Opera performed in opposition to importation of the lush continental style.
Music for Harp
Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
  • An instrument with more than thousand years of existence!
  • Found what I was looking for and more!
  • Music for Harp
 Music for Harp

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  1. Music for Solo Harp

ASIN: B000001K6E
Release Date: 1992-11-04

Tracks:

  1. Concerto In E Minor For Harp And Orchestra, Op. 182: Allegro Moderato
  2. Concerto In E Minor For Harp And Orchestra, Op. 182: Adagio
  3. Concerto In E Minor For Harp And Orchestra, Op. 182: Scherzo, Finale, Allegro vivace
  4. Morceau de Concert for Harp and Orchestra, Op. 154
  5. Fantaisie in A Minor for Solo Harp, Op. 95
  6. Concertante In G Major For Harp, Violin And Orchestra: Allegro
  7. Concertante In G Major For Harp, Violin And Orchestra: Adagio
  8. Concertante In G Major For Harp, Violin And Orchestra: Rondo Allegretto
  9. Introduction And Allegro For Harp, String Quartet, Flute And Clarinet

Tracks:

  1. Concerto in C Major for Harp and Orchestra:: Allegro
  2. Concerto In C Major For Harp And Orchestra: Andante lento
  3. Concerto In C Major For Harp And Orchestra: Rondo; Allegro agitato
  4. Concerto In A Major For Harp And Orchestra: Allegro
  5. Concerto In A Major For Harp And Orchestra: Larghetto
  6. Concerto In A Major For Harp And Orchestra: Rondo; Allegretto; Allegro moderato
  7. Concerto For Harp And Orchestra, Op. 4, No. 6 In B-flat Major: Andante; Allegro
  8. Concerto For Harp And Orchestra, Op. 4, No. 6 In B-flat Major: Larghetto
  9. Concerto For Harp And Orchestra, Op. 4, No. 6 In B-flat Major: Allegro moderato
  10. Suite
  11. Irish Airs: My Thousand Times Beloved
  12. My Lady Greensleeves
  13. Palestinalied; Wie sol ich den gemynen
  14. Trotto
  15. Gymel
  16. Estampie Royale
  17. Danse Royale
  18. Lamento di Tristano - La Rotta
  19. Danceries

Tracks:

  1. Concerto In E-flat Major For Harp And Orchestra, Op. 74: Allegro moderato
  2. Concerto In E-flat Major For Harp And Orchestra, Op. 74: Andante: Theme And Variations
  3. Concerto In E-flat Major For Harp And Orchestra, Op. 74: Allegro giocoso
  4. Concertstr Harp And Orchestra, Op. 39
  5. Impromptu Caprice In A-flat Major For Solo Harp, Op. 9
  6. Sonata For Flute, Viola And Harp: Pastorale
  7. Sonata For Flute, Viola And Harp: Interlude: Tempo di Minuetto
  8. Sonata For Flute, Viola And Harp: Finale: Allegro moderato ma risoluto
  9. Serenade For Flute, Violin, Viola, Cello And Harp, Op.30: Allegro
  10. Serenade For Flute, Violin, Viola, Cello And Harp, Op. 30: Andante
  11. Serenade For Flute, Violin, Viola, Cello And Harp, Op. 30: Presto

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars An instrument with more than thousand years of existence!.......2006-04-03

In spite of the fact the harp is possibly the oldest musical instrument, its sonorities are unlimited. In the XIX Century, the French and Russian composers took into account it. Curiously, Carl Reineceke showed an unusual interest by it; this historical transition toward the raising Century, where Joaquin Rodrigo a renowned pupil of Paul Dukas, nourished his muse in Los Sones del la Giralda.

But to be honest there has always been a visible contempt about it, and has been relegated as a curtain instrument to remark certain anima states. With the Musical Impressionism many composers seemed to understand the multiple expressive possibilities of the harp, but the effervescence would not last so long.

This is a very selected set that includes some one the most traditional Opus of the harp. Since the lyric and naive Francois Adrian Boldieau ` s concert to the hyper romantic Gliere `s Concerto.

Absolutely recommended for all those who love this instrument. You will additionally find out a very high performance level, along both CD' s.

And considering this bargain price, the temptation is enormous, don' t you?

1 out of 5 stars Found what I was looking for and more!.......2005-09-10

Great CD collection! The volume on the particular track I was looking for was recorded rather low, but otherwise, it is a perfect collection. Some of the other tracks I had not heard and they were magnificent!

4 out of 5 stars Music for Harp.......2000-09-20

Elena Polonska + Harp = Beautiful. When I noted that Elena Polonska performed music from the Middle Ages to the the 20th century on the harp, I knew I had to have this recording. I have heard her play the harp, on other CD's, and listening to her skillful playing is a delight for anyone who enjoys classical music. The other artists were not known to me, so listening to this CD was a chance to become acquainted with some other wonderful harpists, too. I plan to buy this CD for holiday gifts for friends.
Ewa Podles - Airs célèbres (Famous Arias)
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • An amazing, one-of-a-kind voice
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 Ewa Podles - Airs célèbres (Famous Arias)
George Frideric Handel , Antonio Vivaldi , Benedetto Marcello , Henry Purcell , Christoph Willibald Gluck , Ewa Podles , Patrick Piere , and Collegium Instrumental de Bruges
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ASIN: B0000038C2
Release Date: 1996-02-20

Tracks:

  1. Rinaldo: Or la tromba
  2. Rinaldo: Cara Sposa
  3. Rinaldo: Cor ingrato
  4. Rinaldo: Venti turbini
  5. Orlando Furiouso RV 728: Fonti del Pianto
  6. Orlando Furiouso RV 728: Nel Profundo
  7. Bajazet (Tamerlano); Spoa con dispressazata
  8. Quella fiamma che m'accende-Dido and Aeneas
  9. Thy hand Belinda-When I am led in Earth/Orpheus and Eurydike
  10. I Lost Eurydice
  11. Allez, il faut sauver notre gloire opprimee...-Armez-vous

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars An amazing, one-of-a-kind voice.......2001-05-18

I had to the fortuitous good luck to see this wondrous singer in recital a few years ago. I sat in the front row, hardly breathing, as this contralto sang Chopin, Mussourgsky ("Songs and Dances of Death", I think? The varieties of ominous menace she emoted swept over the recital hall powerfully), Rachmaninoff, and finally Rossini for an encore (even more amazing for her coloratura abilities and brilliant high notes). Having been a vocal major and always a singer and opera/voice fanatic, I have heard many many great voices, but nothing approaches a voice like Podles. Her singing is truly one-of-a-kind, evoking a long-ago mysterious golden age of uninhibited singing from the core. She has been somewhat of an underdog in the opera world, and has only lately (within the last five or so years) been receiving the recognition and rave reviews she deserves. As for her handling of Handel et al, I listened to a few excerpts while browsing through Borders, and her artistry is once more confirmed and highlighted. This woman is a marvel and can do anything. Put away your Horne and Bartoli (oranges and apples of different though equal artistries in their own right), and slip a Podles disc into the stereo.

5 out of 5 stars Vocal Treasure.......2001-02-22

Ewa Podles is a rarity: a true contralto with thrilling high and low notes, not to mention everything in between. Unlike Horne, whose lower register occasionally sounds baritonal, Podles is feminine throughout her estimable range. This recording of 18th-century arias exploits every aspect of this wonderful artist, including firm, beautiful tone and awesome coloratura. All of the selections, from the familiar Purcell and Gluck to the less recognizable arias from Vivaldi, Handel, and Marcello, are sung with brio and/or firm legato. Excellent period accompaniment by Patrick Peire and the Collegium Instrumental de Bruges.

4 out of 5 stars formidable Rinaldo.......2000-07-02

Thank you to Forlane for giving us a chance of sampling Podles's formidable Rinaldo... Her voice has darken further since this recording and her account of this role is nowadays even more exciting ! Unfortunately, although she toured Europe to great acclaim with this role for several performances under Hogwood (and opposite Bartoli's Almirena), the record company replaced her with countertenor David Daniels for the recording that followed (not out yet)... Podles's big voice was probably to difficult to record for the "Oiseau Lyre" people, huh ? So, since we will now probably never get a recording of the full score with Podles, go for this CD !
Purcell: Airs & Duets
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    Manufacturer: Dorian Recordings
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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        Henry Purcell , Nancy Argenta , Nigel North , Richard Boothby , John Toll , Mark Bennett, Pauline Nobes, Nicholas Robinson, Fiona Huggett Paul Nicholson , and Marion Scott, Paul Goodwin, Sophia McKenna, Trevor Jones Rachel Becket
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          ProductGroup: Music
          Binding: Audio CD

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          Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
          • From the review in Gramophone
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          ProductGroup: Music
          Binding: Audio CD

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          Release Date: 1998-07-14

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          5 out of 5 stars From the review in Gramophone.......2006-12-13

          "This issue not only offers further evidence of the notable standards achieved by John Barbirolli during his New York Philharmonic tenure, but also signifies that all of this partnership's Victor recordings have now made it on to CD. High-quality orchestral playing graces Barbirolli's characterful, fragrantly atmospheric 'Fontane di Roma,' and both the 'Arie di corte' from the same composer's Third Suite of 'Antiche danze ed arie' and Barbirolli's own 'Suite after Purcell' (the second of his four recordings) feature some luxuriously upholstered string sonorities. Schubert's 'Five German Dances and Seven Trios' receive similarly expressive, affectionate treatment, and we also get two considerable rarities in the shape of Paul Creston's affecting 'Threnody' (a hugely eloquent display), and Gian Carlo Menotti's perky miniature overture to 'The Old Maid and the Thief.' Both these items were in all likelihood recorded sometime in March 1942 and derive from original 12-inch shellacs in the possession of a member of the Barbirolli Society. Acceptable transfers, informative notes, and enticing value."

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