Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Baroque music with Henry Purcell's "Royal Welcome Songs for King Charles II Volume II." Released on August 30, 2019, under the CORO label, this choral and classical masterpiece spans a captivating 72 minutes, offering a profound exploration of Purcell's compositions. The album features a diverse array of tracks, including the hauntingly beautiful "O Solitude, My Sweetest Choice," the majestic "Welcome to all the Pleasures" from the Ode for St Cecilia’s Day, and the stirring "From Hardy Climes and Dangerous Toils of War." Purcell's intricate compositions and the exquisite performances on this album showcase his genius and the enduring appeal of his music. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection promises a deeply enriching listening experience.
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Tracks
Hear My Prayer, O Lord, Z. 15Henry Purcell, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
O Solitude, My Sweetest Choice, Z. 406Henry Purcell, Katy Hill, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
Lord, How Long Wilt Thou Be Angry, Z. 25Henry Purcell, Kirsty Hopkins, Katy Hill, Daniel Collins, George Pooley, Ben Davies, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
Pavan of Four Parts in G Minor, Z. 752Henry Purcell, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Plung’d in the Confines of Despair, Z. 142Henry Purcell, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Welcome to all the Pleasures (Ode for St Cecilia’s Day), Z. 339: SymphonyHenry Purcell, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
Welcome to all the Pleasures (Ode for St Cecilia’s Day), Z. 339: Welcome to all the PleasuresHenry Purcell, Jeremy Budd, Mark Dobell, Ben Davies, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
Welcome to all the Pleasures (Ode for St Cecilia’s Day), Z. 339: Here the Deities ApproveHenry Purcell, Daniel Collins, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
Welcome to all the Pleasures (Ode for St Cecilia’s Day), Z. 339: While Joys CelestialHenry Purcell, Katy Hill, Kirsty Hopkins, Mark Dobell, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
Welcome to all the Pleasures (Ode for St Cecilia’s Day), Z. 339: Beauty, Thou Scene of LoveHenry Purcell, Mark Dobell, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
Welcome to all the Pleasures (Ode for St Cecilia’s Day), Z. 339: In a Consort of VoicesHenry Purcell, Mark Dobell, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
In Thee, O Lord, do I put my Trust, Z. 16Henry Purcell, Daniel Collins, Mark Dobell, Ben Davies, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
From Silent Shades and the Elysian Groves, Z. 370Henry Purcell, Kirsty Hopkins, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
Catch - Of all the Instruments that are, Z. 263Henry Purcell, Jeremy Budd, Mark Dobell, George Pooley, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
From Hardy Climes and Dangerous Toils of War, Z. 325: SymphonyHenry Purcell, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
From Hardy Climes and Dangerous Toils of War, Z. 325: From Hardy ClimesHenry Purcell, Stuart Young, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
From Hardy Climes and Dangerous Toils of War, Z. 325: Fame, Great SirHenry Purcell, Kirsty Hopkins, Katy Hill, Jeremy Budd, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
From Hardy Climes and Dangerous Toils of War, Z. 325: Wake then, my Muse!Henry Purcell, Stuart Young, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
From Hardy Climes and Dangerous Toils of War, Z. 325: The Sparrow and the Gentle DoveHenry Purcell, Mark Dobell, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
From Hardy Climes and Dangerous Toils of War, Z. 325: So all the BoonsHenry Purcell, The Sixteen, Harry Christophers
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