Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of John Ireland's songwriting with this comprehensive collection, "Ireland: The Songs." Released in 2007 by Lyrita, this album spans over two hours and features a staggering 80 songs, offering a deep dive into the composer's vast and varied output. While a few tracks like "Sea Fever" and "The Bells of San Marie" may be familiar to some, the majority of the collection presents a treasure trove of lesser-known gems waiting to be discovered.
John Ireland, an English composer and music teacher, is renowned for his piano miniatures and songs, with this album showcasing his remarkable ability to evoke moods and landscapes through his music. The collection includes a mix of sacred and profane songs, settings of poems by various authors, and even a handful of instrumental pieces, providing a well-rounded exploration of Ireland's compositional style.
The album features performances by notable artists such as Benjamin Luxon and Alan Rowlands, who bring Ireland's songs to life with their expressive and nuanced interpretations. From the hauntingly beautiful "Songs of a Wayfarer" to the lively "The Merry Month of May," this collection offers a captivating journey through Ireland's musical world, making it an essential addition to any classical music enthusiast's library. Whether you're a longtime fan of John Ireland or a newcomer to his music, "Ireland: The Songs" promises an engaging and rewarding listening experience.
2007 Lyrita2007 Lyrita
Tracks
Songs of a Wayfarer: No. 1, MemoryJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
Songs of a Wayfarer: No. 2, When Daffodils Begin to PeerJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
Songs of a Wayfarer: No. 3, English MayJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
Songs of a Wayfarer: No. 4, I Was Not Sorrowful "Spleen"John Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
Songs of a Wayfarer: No. 5, I Will Walk on the EarthJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
When Lights Go Rolling Round the SkyJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
Hope the HornblowerJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
Sea FeverJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
Marigold: No. 1, Youth's Spring-TributeJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
Marigold: No. 2, PenumbraJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
Marigold: No. 3, SpleenJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
5 Poems: No. 1, Beckon to Me to ComeJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
5 Poems: No. 2, In My Sage MomentsJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
5 Poems: No. 3, It Was What You Bore with You, WomanJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
5 Poems: No. 4, The Tragedy of That MomentJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
5 Poems: No. 5, Dear, Think Not That They Will Forget YouJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
3 Songs: No. 1, Love & FriendshipJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
3 Songs: No. 2, Friendship in MisfortuneJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
3 Songs: No. 3, The One HopeJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
We'll to the Woods No More: No. 1, We'll to the Woods No MoreJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
We'll to the Woods No More: No. 2, In BoyhoodJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
We'll to the Woods No More: No. 3, Spring Will Not WaitJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
2 Songs: No. 1, TrystJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
2 Songs: No. 2, During MusicJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
Songs Sacred and Profane: No. 1, The AdventJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
Songs Sacred and Profane: No. 2, Hymn for a ChildJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
Songs Sacred and Profane: No. 3, My FairJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
Songs Sacred and Profane: No. 4, The Salley GardensJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
Songs Sacred and Profane: No. 5, The Soldier's ReturnJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
Songs Sacred and Profane: No. 6, The ScapegoatJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
5 Sixteenth-Century Poems: No. 1, A ThanksgivingJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
5 Sixteenth-Century Poems: No. 2, All in a Garden GreenJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
5 Sixteenth-Century Poems: No. 3, An AsideJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
5 Sixteenth-Century Poems: No. 4, A Report SongJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
5 Sixteenth-Century Poems: No. 5, The Sweet SeasonJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
2 Songs: No. 2, Blow Out, You BuglesJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
If There Were Dreams to SellJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
I Have Twelve OxenJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
Spring SorrowJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
The Bells of San MarieJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
The JourneyJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
The Merry Month of MayJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
The VagabondJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
When I Am Dead, My DearestJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
Santa ChiaraJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
Great ThingsJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
If We Must PartJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
Tutto e scioltoJohn Ireland, Benjamin Luxon, Alan Rowlands
The Heart's DesireJohn Ireland, John Mitchinson, Alan Rowlands
The Sacred FlameJohn Ireland, John Mitchinson, Alan Rowlands
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