Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Renaissance music with James Bowman and the Theatre of Early Music's captivating album, "Love Bade Me Welcome - Songs and Poetry From the Renaissance." Released in 2005 under the BIS label, this exquisite collection spans a diverse range of genres, including classical, opera, medieval, and choral, offering a rich tapestry of sounds that will transport you back in time.
Featuring 27 tracks, the album boasts a duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes, providing a comprehensive exploration of the era's musical and poetic brilliance. James Bowman, a renowned counter-tenor, is joined by the talented Ralph Fiennes and Daniel Taylor, creating a harmonious blend of voices that bring these historic pieces to life.
Recorded in the acoustically stunning St. Silas Church in London, England, the album captures the essence of Renaissance music with remarkable clarity and depth. The tracks, such as "Flow, my tears," "When in disgrace with fortune and men's eyes," and "Come again, sweet love doth now invite," showcase the intricate beauty and emotional resonance of the period's compositions.
This album is not just a collection of songs but a celebration of the Renaissance spirit, blending the poetic and musical arts into a cohesive and enchanting experience. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Love Bade Me Welcome" offers a captivating journey through the timeless works of the Renaissance, performed by some of the most talented artists in the field.
2005 BIS2005 BIS
Tracks
Though your strangenessRobert Jones, James Bowman, Daniel Taylor, Frances Kelly, Elizabeth Kenny, Mark Levy, Theatre of Early Music
My complaining Is but feigningRobert Jones, James Bowman, Daniel Taylor, Frances Kelly, Elizabeth Kenny, Mark Levy, Theatre of Early Music
LoveGeorge Herbert, Ralph Fiennes, Theatre of Early Music
Once did I serve a cruel heartRobert Jones, James Bowman, Daniel Taylor, Frances Kelly, Elizabeth Kenny, Mark Levy, Theatre of Early Music
Lady Hatton's AlmainRobert Johnson, Frances Kelly, Theatre of Early Music
Sweet KateRobert Jones, James Bowman, Daniel Taylor, Frances Kelly, Elizabeth Kenny, Mark Levy, Theatre of Early Music
When in disgrace with fortune and men's eyesWilliam Shakespeare, Ralph Fiennes, Theatre of Early Music
What If I seek for love of thee?Robert Jones, James Bowman, Elizabeth Kenny, Theatre of Early Music
In the grace of wit, of tongue, and faceWalter Raleigh, Ralph Fiennes, Theatre of Early Music
2nd Book of Songs: Flow, my tears, fall from your springsJohn Dowland, James Bowman, Frances Kelly, Elizabeth Kenny, Mark Levy, Theatre of Early Music
When to the sessions of sweet silent thoughtWilliam Shakespeare, Ralph Fiennes, Theatre of Early Music
Lie down, poor heartRobert Jones, Daniel Taylor, Frances Kelly, Elizabeth Kenny, Mark Levy, Theatre of Early Music
Slow, slow, fresh fountBen Jonson, Ralph Fiennes, Theatre of Early Music
Zouch his marchAnonymous, Frances Kelly, Elizabeth Kenny, Theatre of Early Music
Book of Songs, Book 3, Say, Love, If ever thou didst find: Say, Love, If ever thou didst findJohn Dowland, James Bowman, Elizabeth Kenny, Theatre of Early Music
LachrimaeJohn Dowland, Elizabeth Kenny, Theatre of Early Music
Sighs, "If our sad eyes": Sighs ("If our sad eyes")Francis Quarles, Ralph Fiennes, Theatre of Early Music
Book of Songs, Book 3, Me, me and none but me: Me, me and none but meJohn Dowland, Daniel Taylor, Elizabeth Kenny, Theatre of Early Music
First Book of Songs: Come again, sweet love doth now inviteJohn Dowland, James Bowman, Frances Kelly, Elizabeth Kenny, Mark Levy, Theatre of Early Music
Now winter nights enlargeThomas Campion, Ralph Fiennes, Theatre of Early Music
And Is It night?Robert Jones, Daniel Taylor, Frances Kelly, Mark Levy, Theatre of Early Music
Grief of my best love's absentingRobert Jones, James Bowman, Elizabeth Kenny, Theatre of Early Music
So am I as the rich whose blessed keyWilliam Shakespeare, Ralph Fiennes, Theatre of Early Music
The second witches danceRobert Johnson, Frances Kelly, Elizabeth Kenny, Theatre of Early Music
Followe thy faire sunne, unhappy shaddoweThomas Campion, Ralph Fiennes, Theatre of Early Music
Hark! Wot ye what?Robert Jones, James Bowman, Daniel Taylor, Frances Kelly, Elizabeth Kenny, Mark Levy, Theatre of Early Music
The given heartAbraham Cowley, Ralph Fiennes, Theatre of Early Music
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