Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Shakespearean melodies with Carolyn Sampson's latest album, "Sounds and Sweet Airs - A Shakespeare Songbook." Released on July 21, 2023, under the esteemed BIS label, this choral and requiem masterpiece spans a captivating 1 hour and 24 minutes. Carolyn Sampson, renowned for her exquisite vocal prowess, brings to life a collection of songs inspired by the timeless works of William Shakespeare. The album features a diverse array of compositions, including dirges, lullabies, and sonnets, each meticulously crafted to evoke the essence of Shakespeare's literary genius. From the hauntingly beautiful "Full Fathom Five" to the lively "Under the Greenwood Tree," Sampson's enchanting voice weaves through the tracks, offering a rich tapestry of emotions and narratives. Whether you're a Shakespeare aficionado or a lover of choral music, this album promises a profound and immersive experience, showcasing the enduring power of words and music.
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Tracks
Full Fathom FiveJohn Ireland, Carolyn Sampson, Roderick Williams, Joseph Middleton
Dirge for FideleRalph Vaughan Williams, Carolyn Sampson, Roderick Williams, Joseph Middleton
The Lover and his LassErnest John Moeran, Carolyn Sampson, Roderick Williams, Joseph Middleton
AriseMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Carolyn Sampson, Joseph Middleton
You Spotted SnakesJohn Christopher Smith, Carolyn Sampson, Joseph Middleton
Three Songs for Ariel: No. 1, Come unto these Yellow SandsMichael Tippett, Roderick Williams, Joseph Middleton
Three Songs for Ariel: No. 2, Full Fathom FiveMichael Tippett, Roderick Williams, Joseph Middleton
Three Songs for Ariel: No. 3, Where the Bee SucksMichael Tippett, Roderick Williams, Joseph Middleton
Under the Greenwood TreeThomas Arne, Carolyn Sampson, Joseph Middleton
Under the Greenwood TreeIvor Gurney, Roderick Williams, Joseph Middleton
Sonnet LXXXVIIHubert Parry, Roderick Williams, Joseph Middleton
When Daffodils Begin to PeerJohn Ireland, Roderick Williams, Joseph Middleton
She never told her love, Hob. XXVIa/34Joseph Haydn, Carolyn Sampson, Joseph Middleton
An Silvia, D. 106Franz Schubert, Carolyn Sampson, Joseph Middleton
Ständchen (Horch, horch! die Lerch), D. 889Franz Schubert, Carolyn Sampson, Joseph Middleton
Trinklied, D. 888Franz Schubert, Roderick Williams, Joseph Middleton
5 Lieder und Gesänge, Op. 127: No. 5, Schlusslied des NarrenRobert Schumann, Roderick Williams, Joseph Middleton
Lied des transferierten ZettelHugo Wolf, Roderick Williams, Joseph Middleton
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