Immerse yourself in the sacred and intricate world of Christopher Tye with his compelling collection, "Latin & English Church Music." Released on November 3, 2005, under the esteemed label Harmonia Mundi, this choral masterpiece spans a captivating 66 minutes, offering a profound exploration of Renaissance polyphony. Tye, a figure often overshadowed by his contemporaries, shines brightly through these 14 tracks, each a testament to his mastery of choral composition. From the exultant "Omnes gentes plaudite manibus" to the penitent "Miserere mei, Deus," the album traverses a rich tapestry of liturgical themes. The blend of Latin and English texts provides a dual linguistic journey, while the music itself, characterized by its complex harmonies and rhythmic vitality, showcases Tye's unique voice within the choral tradition. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of early music or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises an enriching and spiritually resonant experience.
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Tracks
Omnes gentes plaudite manibusChristopher Tye, The Choir of Magdalen College, Oxford, Bill Ives
In pace in idipsumChristopher Tye, The Choir of Magdalen College, Oxford, Bill Ives
Dum transissetChristopher Tye, Byrde Recorder Consort
I lift my heart to thee, my GodChristopher Tye, The Choir of Magdalen College, Oxford, Bill Ives, Richard Pinel
Save me, O GodChristopher Tye, The Choir of Magdalen College, Oxford, Richard Pinel, Bill Ives
Praise ye the Lord, ye childrenChristopher Tye, The Choir of Magdalen College, Oxford, Richard Pinel, Bill Ives
Rubum quemChristopher Tye, Byrde Recorder Consort, The Choir of Magdalen College, Oxford
MagnificatChristopher Tye, The Choir of Magdalen College, Oxford, Bill Ives, Richard Pinel
Nunc DimittisChristopher Tye, The Choir of Magdalen College, Oxford, Richard Pinel, Bill Ives
Christus resurgensChristopher Tye, Byrde Recorder Consort, The Choir of Magdalen College, Oxford
To Father, Son, and Holy GhostChristopher Tye, The Choir of Magdalen College, Oxford, Bill Ives, Richard Pinel
Miserere mei, DeusChristopher Tye, The Choir of Magdalen College, Oxford, Bill Ives
Amavit eum DominusChristopher Tye, Byrde Recorder Consort, The Choir of Magdalen College, Oxford
Peccavimus cum patribus nostrisChristopher Tye, The Choir of Magdalen College, Oxford, Bill Ives