Immerse yourself in the rich, resonant world of medieval polyphony with Robert Fayrfax's "Fayrfax: Miss Albanus; O Maria Deo grata; Eterne laudis lilium etc." Released on January 1, 1996, under the Decca (UMO) label, this album is a testament to the enduring beauty of Renaissance sacred music. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 13 minutes, the album features a collection of stunning works, including the monumental "Missa Albanus" and the hauntingly beautiful motets "O Maria Deo grata" and "Eterne laudis lilium."
Fayrfax, a prominent English composer of the early 16th century, showcases his mastery of contrapuntal writing and lush harmonic language in this recording. The "Missa Albanus," a six-voice setting of the Ordinary of the Mass, is a tour de force of Renaissance composition, demonstrating Fayrfax's ability to create intricate, yet deeply expressive, polyphonic textures. The motets, meanwhile, offer moments of introspective devotion and soaring melodic lines that highlight the composer's skill in setting sacred text to music.
This album is a must for anyone interested in the music of the Renaissance or the sacred choral tradition. The performances, by a top-notch ensemble, bring out the full richness and complexity of Fayrfax's music, making this a recording that will be cherished by both scholars and casual listeners alike.
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