Immerse yourself in the rich, baroque world of Matthew Locke with this captivating album, "Locke: The Broken Consort, Part I & Tripla concordia." Released on Naxos in 2014, this collection showcases Locke's mastery of composition and his unique contributions to the English Baroque style.
The album is a journey through two of Locke's most significant works. "The Broken Consort, Part I" is a series of six suites, each exploring a different key and a variety of dance forms, including Fantazie, Courante, Ayre, and Saraband. These pieces are known for their intricate melodies and harmonies, offering a glimpse into the sophistication of the era.
Complementing these are the suites from "Tripla concordia," which include a Prelude, Fancy, Chiconae, Aire, Hornpipe, Gavot, Corant, and Country Dance. These tracks are characterized by their lively rhythms and expressive melodies, providing a delightful contrast to the more contemplative pieces of "The Broken Consort."
With a total duration of 1 hour and 7 minutes, this album is a substantial exploration of Locke's work, perfect for those seeking to deepen their understanding and appreciation of Baroque music. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, Matthew Locke's intricate compositions and the skillful performances on this album are sure to captivate and inspire.
2014 Naxos2014 Naxos
Tracks
Tripla concordia: Suite in G Major: I. PreludeMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
Tripla concordia: Suite in G Major: II. FancyMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
Tripla concordia: Suite in G Major: III. ChiconaeMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
Tripla concordia: Suite in G Major: IV. AireMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
Tripla concordia: Suite in G Major: V. HornpipeMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
Tripla concordia: Suite in G Major: VI. GavatMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
Tripla concordia: Suite in G Major: VII. CorantMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
Tripla concordia: Suite in G Major: VIII. Country DanceMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 1 in G Minor: I. FantazieMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 1 in G Minor: II. CouranteMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 1 in G Minor: III. AyreMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 1 in G Minor: IV. SarabandMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 2 in G Major: I. FantasiaMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 2 in G Major: II. CouranteMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 2 in G Major: III. AyreMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 2 in G Major: IV. SarabandMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 3 in C Major: I. FantazieMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 3 in C Major: II. CouranteMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 3 in C Major: III. AyreMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 3 in C Major: IV. SarabandMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 4 in C Major: I. FantazieMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 4 in C Major: II. CouranteMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 4 in C Major: III. AyreMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 4 in C Major: IV. SarabandMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 5 in D Minor: I. FantazieMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 5 in D Minor: II. CouranteMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 5 in D Minor: III. AyreMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 5 in D Minor: IV. SarabandMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 6 in D Major: I. FantazieMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 6 in D Major: II. CouranteMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 6 in D Major: III. AyreMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
The Broken Consort, Part I: Suite No. 6 in D Major: IV. SarabandMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
Tripla concordia: Suite in E Minor: I. IntroductionMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
Tripla concordia: Suite in E Minor: II. SarabandMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
Tripla concordia: Suite in E Minor: III. AireMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
Tripla concordia: Suite in E Minor: IV. Country DanceMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
Tripla concordia: Suite in E Minor: V. GavatMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
Tripla concordia: Suite in E Minor: VI. SarabandMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
Tripla concordia: Suite in E Minor: VII. FancyMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters
Tripla concordia: Suite in E Minor: VIII. JiggeMatthew Locke, The Wayward Sisters