Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of chamber music with Geoffrey Bush's "A Little Love Music - Benjamin Luxon sings Geoffrey Bush Songs," released on January 1, 1979, under the Chandos label. This captivating album spans 55 minutes and is a testament to Bush's mastery of the genre, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that explore themes of love, wonder, and introspection.
The album is divided into several suites, each with its own unique charm. "Greek Love Songs" opens the collection with a fanfare and takes you through a journey of flowers, curses, and lullabies, all set to Bush's evocative melodies. "The End of Love" suite delves into themes of lament and reflection, showcasing Bush's ability to convey deep emotion through his music. "Songs of Wonder" brings a sense of whimsy and curiosity, while "A Little Love Music" is a delightful exploration of romantic themes, featuring pieces like "Merry Margaret" and "Sweet, let me go!"
The album concludes with "Three Songs of Ben Jonson," a trio of pieces that pay homage to the renowned poet and playwright. Benjamin Luxon's powerful vocals bring Bush's compositions to life, creating a mesmerizing listening experience that highlights the beauty and complexity of chamber music. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
1979 Chandos Records1979 Chandos Records
Tracks
Greek Love Songs: I. FanfareGeoffrey Bush, Benjamin Luxon
Greek Love Songs: II. FlowersGeoffrey Bush, Benjamin Luxon
Greek Love Songs: III. A CurseGeoffrey Bush, Benjamin Luxon
Greek Love Songs: IV. The MosquitoGeoffrey Bush, Benjamin Luxon
Greek Love Songs: V. NightGeoffrey Bush, Benjamin Luxon
Greek Love Songs: VI. LullabyGeoffrey Bush, Benjamin Luxon
Greek Love Songs: VIII. The Poet's EpitaphGeoffrey Bush, Benjamin Luxon
The End of Love: I. LamentGeoffrey Bush, Benjamin Luxon
The End of Love: II. Far-darting ApolloGeoffrey Bush, Benjamin Luxon
The End of Love: III. The End of LoveGeoffrey Bush, Benjamin Luxon
The End of Love: IV. IntrospectionGeoffrey Bush, Benjamin Luxon
Songs of Wonder: I. Here comes a lusty wooerGeoffrey Bush, Ian Partridge
Songs of Wonder: II. Polly PillicoteGeoffrey Bush, Ian Partridge
Songs of Wonder: III. The wonder of wondersGeoffrey Bush, Ian Partridge
Songs of Wonder: IV. Old Abram BrownGeoffrey Bush, Ian Partridge
Songs of Wonder: V. I had a little nut-treeGeoffrey Bush, Ian Partridge
A Little Love Music: I. Hide, Absalom, thy guilty tresses clearGeoffrey Bush, Ian Partridge, Teresa Cahill
A Little Love Music: II. The maidens came when I was in my mother's bow'rGeoffrey Bush, Ian Partridge, Teresa Cahill
A Little Love Music: III. Merry MargaretGeoffrey Bush, Ian Partridge, Teresa Cahill
A Little Love Music: IV. With margerain gentleGeoffrey Bush, Ian Partridge, Teresa Cahill
A Little Love Music: V. Sweet, let me go!Geoffrey Bush, Ian Partridge, Teresa Cahill
A Little Love Music: VI. I love and I hateGeoffrey Bush, Ian Partridge, Teresa Cahill
A Little Love Music: VII. And wilt thou leave me thus?Geoffrey Bush, Ian Partridge, Teresa Cahill
A Little Love Music: VIII. This is the key of the kingdomGeoffrey Bush, Ian Partridge, Teresa Cahill
Three Songs of Ben Jonson: I. Echo's lament for NarcissusGeoffrey Bush, Ian Partridge
Three Songs of Ben Jonson: II. The KissGeoffrey Bush, Ian Partridge
Three Songs of Ben Jonson: III. A RebukeGeoffrey Bush, Ian Partridge
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