Nancy Argenta, a renowned soprano, presents a captivating collection of English music from the time of Henry Purcell in "Lost Is My Quiet: English Music in Purcell's Time." Released in 2003 under the ATMA Classique label, this choral and requiem-inspired album spans 59 minutes and features 27 tracks, showcasing the rich musical heritage of the era.
Joined by an ensemble of talented musicians including Daniel Taylor, Adrian Butterfield, Hélène Plouffe, Margaret Little, and Susie Napper, Argenta delivers a mesmerizing performance that highlights the intricate compositions of Purcell and his contemporaries. The album includes notable pieces such as "The Fairy Queen," "Suite from 'Amphitryon, Or the Two Sosias'," and "Ode for St. Cecilia," each track meticulously crafted to showcase the vocal prowess and artistic sensitivity of the performers.
Recorded at the Église Saint-Augustin in Mirabel, the album captures the essence of Baroque music with its lush harmonies, intricate counterpoint, and expressive melodies. Argenta's crystalline voice and the ensemble's precise musicianship bring to life the historical and cultural context of the music, offering a profound listening experience.
"Lost Is My Quiet: English Music in Purcell's Time" is a testament to Nancy Argenta's artistry and her commitment to preserving and celebrating the musical legacy of Purcell's era. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises to enchant and inspire with its timeless beauty and historical significance.
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629, Act II: One Charming NightHenry Purcell, Sophie Larivière, Daniel Taylor, Matthias Maute, Nigel North
Lovely Selina, Innocent and FreeJohn Blow, Susie Napper, Christopher Jackson, Nancy Argenta, Nigel North
Pausanias, the Betrayer of His Country, Z. 585: My Dearest, My FairestDaniel Purcell, Nancy Argenta, Christopher Jackson, Daniel Taylor, Nigel North, Susie Napper
The Mad Lover: As Cupid Roguishly One DayJohn Eccles, Nancy Argenta, Nigel North
Suite from "Amphitryon, Or the Two Sosias" Z. 572: OvertureHenry Purcell, Christopher Jackson, Nigel North, Susie Napper, Margaret Little, Adrian Butterfield, Hélène Plouffe
Suite from "Amphitryon, Or the Two Sosias" Z. 572: SarabandHenry Purcell, Susie Napper, Christopher Jackson, Nigel North, Adrian Butterfield, Margaret Little, Hélène Plouffe
Suite from "Amphitryon, Or the Two Sosias" Z. 572: HornpipeHenry Purcell, Susie Napper, Christopher Jackson, Nigel North, Adrian Butterfield, Margaret Little, Hélène Plouffe
Suite from "Amphitryon, Or the Two Sosias" Z. 572: Scotch TuneHenry Purcell, Susie Napper, Christopher Jackson, Nigel North, Adrian Butterfield, Margaret Little, Hélène Plouffe
Suite from "Amphitryon, Or the Two Sosias" Z. 572: AirHenry Purcell, Susie Napper, Christopher Jackson, Nigel North, Adrian Butterfield, Margaret Little, Hélène Plouffe
Suite from "Amphitryon, Or the Two Sosias" Z. 572: MinuetHenry Purcell, Nigel North, Hélène Plouffe, Christopher Jackson, Margaret Little, Susie Napper, Adrian Butterfield
Suite from "Amphitryon, Or the Two Sosias" Z. 572: Hornpipe (2)Henry Purcell, Nigel North, Hélène Plouffe, Christopher Jackson, Margaret Little, Susie Napper, Adrian Butterfield
Suite from "Amphitryon, Or the Two Sosias" Z. 572: BorreeHenry Purcell, Nigel North, Hélène Plouffe, Christopher Jackson, Margaret Little, Susie Napper, Adrian Butterfield
Come, Ye Sons of Art Away, Z. 323: Strike the ViolHenry Purcell, Nigel North, Susie Napper, Sophie Larivière, Daniel Taylor, Matthias Maute
Lost Is My Quiet for Ever Z. 502Henry Purcell, Nigel North, Nancy Argenta, Daniel Taylor
Ode for St. Cecilia: See the Forsaken Fair With Streaming EyesJohn Eccles, Nigel North, Christopher Jackson, Nancy Argenta, Susie Napper
Suite from "The Virtuous Wife, Or Good Luck At Last" Z. 611: OvertureHenry Purcell, Margaret Little, Nigel North, Christopher Jackson, Adrian Butterfield, Hélène Plouffe, Susie Napper
Suite from "The Virtuous Wife, Or Good Luck At Last" Z. 611: Song TuneHenry Purcell, Susie Napper, Margaret Little, Christopher Jackson, Adrian Butterfield, Hélène Plouffe, Nigel North
Suite from "The Virtuous Wife, Or Good Luck At Last" Z. 611: Slow AirHenry Purcell, Margaret Little, Nigel North, Christopher Jackson, Adrian Butterfield, Hélène Plouffe, Susie Napper
Suite from "The Virtuous Wife, Or Good Luck At Last" Z. 611: AirHenry Purcell, Margaret Little, Nigel North, Christopher Jackson, Adrian Butterfield, Hélène Plouffe, Susie Napper
Suite from "The Virtuous Wife, Or Good Luck At Last" Z. 611: PreludioHenry Purcell, Margaret Little, Nigel North, Christopher Jackson, Adrian Butterfield, Hélène Plouffe, Susie Napper
Suite from "The Virtuous Wife, Or Good Luck At Last" Z. 611: HornpipeHenry Purcell, Margaret Little, Nigel North, Christopher Jackson, Adrian Butterfield, Hélène Plouffe, Susie Napper
Suite from "The Virtuous Wife, Or Good Luck At Last" Z. 611: Minuet 1 & Minuet 2Henry Purcell, Margaret Little, Nigel North, Christopher Jackson, Adrian Butterfield, Hélène Plouffe, Susie Napper
Suite from "The Virtuous Wife, Or Good Luck At Last" Z. 611: (Air: La Furstemberg)Henry Purcell, Margaret Little, Nigel North, Christopher Jackson, Adrian Butterfield, Hélène Plouffe, Susie Napper
Don Quixote: The Comical History of Don Quixote, Z. 578: I Burn, My Brain Consumes to AshesJohn Eccles, Nancy Argenta, Nigel North, Susie Napper
Welcome to All the Pleasures, Z. 339: Here the Deities ApproveHenry Purcell, Margaret Little, Christopher Jackson, Adrian Butterfield, Hélène Plouffe, Daniel Taylor, Susie Napper
Oh! That Mine Eyes Would Melt Into A FloodJohn Blow, Christopher Jackson, Nancy Argenta, Susie Napper
The Prophetess, or the History of Dioclesian, Z. 627: Since from My Dear Astrea's SightHenry Purcell, Daniel Taylor, Nigel North
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