Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of classical music with "The John Eliot Gardiner Collection," a meticulously curated compilation released on January 1, 2013, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label. This extraordinary collection spans over three hours and eight minutes, offering a diverse array of choral, classical, opera, and requiem pieces that showcase the unparalleled artistry of John Eliot Gardiner.
The album opens with a stunning performance of Monteverdi's "Vespro della Beata Vergine," a masterpiece of Renaissance sacred music, followed by a vibrant rendition of Purcell's "The Fairy Queen." Gardiner's interpretations are renowned for their depth, precision, and emotional resonance, making this collection a treasure trove for both seasoned classical enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Gardiner, a celebrated conductor and musicologist, brings his unique insights and scholarly approach to each piece, ensuring an authentic and captivating listening experience. His ability to blend historical context with contemporary relevance is evident throughout the album, making it a standout addition to any music lover's library.
From the intricate polyphony of Monteverdi to the enchanting melodies of Purcell, "The John Eliot Gardiner Collection" is a testament to the enduring power of classical music. Whether you're seeking solace in the sacred choral works or delighting in the operatic splendor, this collection promises a journey through some of the most significant and beloved compositions in the classical repertoire.
Vespro della Beata Vergine, SV 206: I. Domine ad adiuvandum a 6 - LiveClaudio Monteverdi, Nigel Robson, English Baroque Soloists, His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, John Eliot Gardiner, The Monteverdi Choir
Vespro della Beata Vergine, SV 206: II. Dixit Dominus a 6 - LiveClaudio Monteverdi, Ann Monoyios, Marinella Pennicchi, Alastair Miles, Mark Tucker, Nigel Robson, Bryn Terfel, English Baroque Soloists, His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, John Eliot Gardiner, The Monteverdi Choir
Vespro della Beata Vergine, SV 206: III. Nigra sum a 1 - LiveClaudio Monteverdi, Mark Tucker, English Baroque Soloists, His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, John Eliot Gardiner, Jakob Lindberg
Vespro della Beata Vergine, SV 206: IV. Laudate, pueri Dominum a 8 - LiveClaudio Monteverdi, Ann Monoyios, Marinella Pennicchi, Mark Tucker, Nigel Robson, Sandro Naglia, Alastair Miles, Bryn Terfel, English Baroque Soloists, His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, John Eliot Gardiner, The Monteverdi Choir
Vespro della Beata Vergine, SV 206: V. Pulchra es a 2 - LiveClaudio Monteverdi, Marinella Pennicchi, Ann Monoyios, English Baroque Soloists, His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, John Eliot Gardiner, Jakob Lindberg, David Miller
Vespro della Beata Vergine, SV 206: VI. Laetatus sum a 6 - LiveClaudio Monteverdi, Ann Monoyios, Marinella Pennicchi, Mark Tucker, Nigel Robson, Alastair Miles, English Baroque Soloists, His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, John Eliot Gardiner, The Monteverdi Choir
Vespro della Beata Vergine, SV 206: VII. Duo seraphim a 3 - LiveClaudio Monteverdi, Mark Tucker, Nigel Robson, Sandro Naglia, English Baroque Soloists, His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, John Eliot Gardiner, Jakob Lindberg, David Miller, Christopher Wilson
Vespro della Beata Vergine, SV 206: VIII. Nisi Dominus a 10 - LiveClaudio Monteverdi, English Baroque Soloists, His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, John Eliot Gardiner, The Monteverdi Choir
Vespro della Beata Vergine, SV 206: IX. Audi coelum a 8 - LiveClaudio Monteverdi, Nigel Robson, Mark Tucker, English Baroque Soloists, His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, John Eliot Gardiner, Christopher Wilson, Jakob Lindberg, The Monteverdi Choir
Vespro della Beata Vergine, SV 206: X. Lauda Jerusalem a 7 - LiveClaudio Monteverdi, English Baroque Soloists, His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, John Eliot Gardiner, The Monteverdi Choir
Vespro della Beata Vergine, SV 206: Sonata sopra Sancta Maria a 1 - LiveClaudio Monteverdi, English Baroque Soloists, His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, John Eliot Gardiner, The London Oratory Junior Choir
Vespro della Beata Vergine, SV 206: Ave maris stella a 8 - LiveClaudio Monteverdi, Michael Chance, Nigel Robson, English Baroque Soloists, His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, John Eliot Gardiner, Jakob Lindberg, The Monteverdi Choir, The London Oratory Junior Choir
Vespro della Beata Vergine, SV 206: Magnificat I a 7 - LiveClaudio Monteverdi, Ann Monoyios, Mark Tucker, Nigel Robson, Sandro Naglia, Bryn Terfel, Alastair Miles, Michael Chance, Marinella Pennicchi, English Baroque Soloists, His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, John Eliot Gardiner, Ian Watson, The Monteverdi Choir, The London Oratory Junior Choir
Vespro della Beata Vergine, SV 206: Magnificat II a 6 - LiveClaudio Monteverdi, Mark Tucker, Nigel Robson, Ann Monoyios, Marinella Pennicchi, Bryn Terfel, Alastair Miles, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner, Ian Watson, The Monteverdi Choir, The London Oratory Junior Choir
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 1: Prelude (I)Henry Purcell, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 1: HornpipeHenry Purcell, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 1: AirHenry Purcell, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 1: RondeauHenry Purcell, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 1: OvertureHenry Purcell, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 1: Song In Two Parts: "Come, come, come, let us leave"Henry Purcell, Eiddwen Harrhy, Stephen Varcoe, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 1: Scene Of The Drunken Poet: "Fill up the Bowl"Henry Purcell, Judith Nelson, Elisabeth Priday, David Thomas, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner, The Monteverdi Choir
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 1: First Act Tune: JigHenry Purcell, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 2: Prelude...Come, All Ye Songsters Of The SkyHenry Purcell, Wynford Evans, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 2: Prelude (II)Henry Purcell, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 2: Trio: "May the God of Wit inspire"Henry Purcell, Wynford Evans, Martyn Hill, Stephen Varcoe, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 2: EchoHenry Purcell, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 2: Chorus: "Now Joyn your Warbling Voices all"Henry Purcell, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner, The Monteverdi Choir
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 2: A Dance Of FairiesHenry Purcell, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 2: Song And Chorus: "Sing while we trip it on the Green"Henry Purcell, Judith Nelson, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner, The Monteverdi Choir
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 2: "See, even Night herself is here"Henry Purcell, Jennifer Smith, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 2: "I am come to lock all fast"Henry Purcell, Judith Nelson, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 2: "One charming night"Henry Purcell, Timothy Penrose, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 2: "Hush, no more"Henry Purcell, Stephen Varcoe, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner, The Monteverdi Choir
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 2: Dance For The Followers Of NightHenry Purcell, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 2: Second Act Tune: AirHenry Purcell, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 3: A Song In Two Parts And Chorus: "If Love's a Sweet Passion"Henry Purcell, Jennifer Smith, Stephen Varcoe, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner, The Monteverdi Choir
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 3: Overture: Symphony While The Swans Come ForwardHenry Purcell, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 3: Dance For The FairiesHenry Purcell, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 3: Dance For The Green MenHenry Purcell, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 3: Song: "Ye Gentle Spirits of the Air, appear"Henry Purcell, Judith Nelson, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 3: Dialog: "Now the Maids and the Men"Henry Purcell, Timothy Penrose, David Thomas, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 3: Song: "When I have often heard"Henry Purcell, Jennifer Smith, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 3: A Dance Of HaymakersHenry Purcell, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 3: Song And Chorus: "A Thousand Thousand ways we'll find"Henry Purcell, Wynford Evans, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner, The Monteverdi Choir
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 3: Third Act Tune: HornpipeHenry Purcell, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 4: SymphonyHenry Purcell, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 4: Solo & Chorus "Now the night"Henry Purcell, Judith Nelson, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner, The Monteverdi Choir
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 4: Duet: "Let the fifes, and the Clarions"Henry Purcell, Timothy Penrose, Ashley Stafford, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 4: Entry Of PhoebusHenry Purcell, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
The Fairy Queen, Z. 629 / Act 4: Song: "When a cruel long Winter"- Chorus: "Hail! Great Parent of us all"Henry Purcell, Martyn Hill, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner, The Monteverdi Choir