Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Renaissance lute music with John Dowland's "Lute Music, Vol. 1 - Fancyes, Dreams and Spirits." Released on June 20, 2006, under the Naxos label, this album is a captivating collection of medieval compositions that showcase Dowland's mastery of the lute.
The album spans a duration of 1 hour and 4 minutes, featuring a diverse array of pieces that include fantasias, galliards, almaines, and jigs. Each track is a testament to Dowland's intricate and expressive style, with titles like "Mrs. White's Thing," "Tarleton's Resurrection," and "Orlando Sleepeth" offering a glimpse into the rich cultural and historical context of the music.
Dowland's compositions are known for their melancholic beauty and technical brilliance, and this album is no exception. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of medieval music or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, "Lute Music, Vol. 1 - Fancyes, Dreams and Spirits" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Let the haunting melodies and intricate harmonies of John Dowland transport you to a bygone era of musical elegance and sophistication.
(C) 2006 Naxos(P) 2006 Naxos
Tracks
Lord Strang's March, P. 65: Lord Strange's March, P. 65John Dowland, Nigel North
Mrs. White's Thing, P. 50John Dowland, Nigel North
Mrs. White's Nothing, P. 56John Dowland, Nigel North
Fantasia in G Major, P. 73, "Tremolo": Fancy (Fantasia) in G Major, P. 73, "Tremolo"John Dowland, Nigel North
Mrs. Nichols Almain, P. 52: Mrs. Nichols' Almain, P. 52John Dowland, Nigel North
Fantasia in G Major, P. 1: 7 Fantasies: No. 1, A Fantasie, P. 1John Dowland, Nigel North
Prelude, P. 98John Dowland, Nigel North
Fantasia in D Minor, P. 5: 7 Fantasies: No. 5, A Fancy, P. 5John Dowland, Nigel North
A Dream, P. 75John Dowland, Nigel North
Fantasia in G Minor, P. 7: 7 Fantasies: No. 7, A Fancy, P. 7John Dowland, Nigel North
Mrs. Winter's Jump, P. 55John Dowland, Nigel North
A Varietie of Lute Lessons: Lady Clifton's Spirit, P. 45John Dowland, Nigel North
Mrs. Vaux Galliard, P. 32: Mrs. Vaux's Galliard, P. 32John Dowland, Nigel North
Mrs. Vaux's Jig, P. 57John Dowland, Nigel North
Tarleton's Resurrection, P. 59John Dowland, Nigel North
Fantasia in G Minor, P. 6: 7 Fantasies: No. 6, A Fancy, P. 6John Dowland, Nigel North
Forlorn Hope, P. 2: 7 Fantasies: No. 2, Forlorn Hope Fancy, P. 2John Dowland, Nigel North
The Shoemaker's Wife, a Toy, P. 58John Dowland, Nigel North
Lady Hunsdon's Puffe, P. 54John Dowland, Nigel North
Orlando Sleepeth, P. 61John Dowland, Nigel North
Mr. Dowland's Midnight, P. 99John Dowland, Nigel North
7 Fantasies, P. 4-3: No. 4, Farewell (on In Nomine), P. 4John Dowland, Nigel North
7 Fantasies, P. 4-3: No. 3, Farewell, P. 3John Dowland, Nigel North
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