This page lists all recordings of Vigilate (from Cantiones sacrae 1589), by William Byrd (1543-1623) on CD & DVD. Generally, more recent CDs and DVDs are listed first, but with priority given to items that are in stock. |
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At the heart of the religious disputes which ravaged 16th century England,Tallis and Byrd embody two opposing
tendencies: the former's austere, homophonic Protestant psalm tunes, in which the clarity of the biblical
texts was paramount, contrast with the latter's Catholic motets, which constantly heighten musical expressivity
and emotiveness.Yet, far from being stifled by the rigour of one camp or the traditionalism of the other, the
creativity of these two masters of English music thrived on such constraints as they dedicated themselves to
the service of their art and of God. New performing edition by Stile Antico.
Working without a conductor, the members of Stile Antico rehearse and perform as chamber musicians, each
contributing artistically to the musical result.Their repertoire ranges from the glorious legacy of the English
Tudor composers to the works of the Flemish and Spanish schools and the music of the early Baroque.They
are passionate about the need to communicate with their audiences, combining thoughtful programming with
direct, expressive performances.They are also committed to developing their educational work, for which they
have received generous funding from the National Lottery through Arts Council England. “Stile Antico perform without a director, and the use of choral effects (gradual build-ups of intensity, or the opposite) doesn't seem overly staged. They certainly make a confident noise, helped by a sound recording that brings out the natural bloom of their sound. ” Gramophone Magazine, June 2008 “The most striking feature of these performances is how wonderfully varied they are. In some pieces… the presentational style almost enters the realm of musical theatre, while in Tallis's God Grant with Grace the utterly still and simple display of the music is transporting.” BBC Music Magazine, March 2008 **** | | | In stock - usually despatched within 1 working day. |
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| |  | The Tallis Scholars sing William Byrd
Tallis Scholars, Peter Phillips (director) Recorded in the Church of St John at Hackney and in Tewkesbury Abbey “England has never produced a greater composer than William Byrd. His music for the Anglican Church has
been sung without interruption since the 16th century. In stark contrast his Catholic music was not heard for over
300 years. This selection compares the formal public style of Byrd’s Anglican works like The Great Service
with the plangent intimacy of his Masses and motets.” Peter Phillips “This will delight fans of Byrd and this choir. Compelling performances (especially Ave verum) and a resonant if slightly distant sound. Some pieces though (the Mass a 5) have a surface, rather than inner, drive.” BBC Music Magazine, January 2008 **** | | | In stock - usually despatched within 1 working day. |
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| |  | Playing Elizabeth's TuneSacred Music by William Byrd
The Tallis Scholars, Peter Phillips Filmed in Merton College Chapel, Oxford and by candlelight in Tewkesbury Abbey | | | In stock - usually despatched within 1 working day. |
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| |  | The Caged ByrdMusic for voices, viols & harpsichord, from a time of persecution
Sophie Yates (harpsichord) I Fagiolini, Concordia | | | In stock - usually despatched within 1 working day. |
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| |  | Advent in Winchester"O Come, Emmanuel"
Winchester Cathedral Choir, Andrew Lumsden | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 weeks. |
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| |  | Playing Elizabeth's TuneThe Tallis Scholars sing William Byrd
The Tallis Scholars, Peter Phillips recorded while filming for the BBC in Tewkesbury Abbey | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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| | | Playing Elizabeth's TuneThe Tallis Scholars sing William Byrd
The Tallis Scholars, Peter Phillips recorded while filming for the BBC in Tewkesbury Abbey | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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| |  | William Byrd - Anthems, Motets and Services
Hereford Cathedral Choir, Geraint Bowen "distinguished by its vitality of style and opulence of sound" Gramophone | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 weeks. |
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| |  | The Byrd Edition Volume 8Cantiones Sacrae (1589)
The Cardinall's Musick, Andrew Carwood | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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| |  | One Cold Dark NightChristmas Carols
Jeremy Filsell (Organ) St Thomas's Chamber Ensemble, The Choir of St Thomas on the Bourne, David Swinson Recorded May 1996 at Charterhouse Chapel, Surrey | | | Usually despatched in 3 - 4 working days. |
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