Clare Wilkinson's "The Silken Tent" is a captivating exploration of choral and medieval music, released on August 2, 2019, under Signum Records. This album spans a rich tapestry of compositions, from traditional folk songs to intricate sonnets and fantasias, showcasing Wilkinson's versatility and mastery of her craft. With a duration of 1 hour and 16 minutes, the album offers a diverse collection of pieces, including works by Debussy, Britten, and Grieg, as well as lesser-known gems like "Turn Our Captivity, O Lord" and "O Lord, in Thy Wrath." Wilkinson's ethereal vocals and the accompanying choral arrangements create a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere, making "The Silken Tent" a standout addition to any music lover's collection.
(C) 2019 Signum Records
Tracks
Where the Blind and Wanton BoyWilliam Byrd, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork
Auf ein altes BildHugo Wolf, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork
Now Each Flowery Bank of MayOrlando Gibbons, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork
The GardenStephen Wilkinson, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork
Preludes, Book 1, L. 117: VIII. La fille aux cheveux de linClaude Debussy, Fretwork
Turn Our Captivity, O LordWilliam Byrd, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork
O Solitude, Z.406aHenry Purcell, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork
Folk Song Arrangements, Vol. 3, "British Isles": VI. O Waly, WalyBenjamin Britten, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork
Three Sonnetts and Two Fantasias, Op. 68: I. Sonnet CXVI: Let Me Not to the MarriageAlexander Goehr, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork
Three Sonnetts and Two Fantasias, Op. 68: III. Fantasia 1Alexander Goehr, Fretwork
Three Sonnetts and Two Fantasias, Op. 68: II. The Silken TentAlexander Goehr, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork
Three Sonnetts and Two Fantasias, Op. 68: IV. Fantasia 2Alexander Goehr, Fretwork
Three Sonnetts and Two Fantasias, Op. 68: V. Sonnet LXXVI: Why Is My Verse so Barren?Alexander Goehr, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork
O Lord, in Thy WrathOrlando Gibbons, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork
Music for a WhileHenry Purcell, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork
SleepPeter Warlock, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork
Lord, to Thee I Make My MoanWilliam Byrd, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork
Prelude and Fugue in C Major, Op. 87 No. 1: I. PreludeDmitri Shostakovich, Fretwork
Prelude and Fugue in C Major, Op. 87 No. 1: II. FugueDmitri Shostakovich, Fretwork
O Lord, Make Thy Servant ElizabethWilliam Byrd, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork
GebetHugo Wolf, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork
Lyric Pieces Book 6, Op. 57: VI HeimwehEdvard Grieg, Fretwork
At the MangerStephen Wilkinson, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork
If (From "The Diary of Anne Frank")Michael Nyman, Clare Wilkinson, Fretwork
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