The first part of tonight’s program presents the vocal ensemble Exaudi under the direction of James Weeks, recorded live in concert in London’s Wigmore Hall.
The second part presents Harry Christophers leading The Sixteen in four 17th-century settings of “When David Heard.” Recorded live in concert in Manchester England’s Bridgewater Hall.
Leonin (~1135-~1201)
Alleluia. Video celos
Guillaume de Machaut (~1300-1377)
Messe de Nostre Dame</em
– Benedictus
Rose, liz, printemps, verdure
Messe de Nostre Dame
– Agnus Dei
Johannes Ciconia (~1370-~1412)
Le ray au soley
Rodericus (fl.late 14th)
Angelorum psalat (arr. Crawford Young)
Angelorum “salad” (arr. James Weeks)
Thomas Weelkes (1576-1623)
When David Heard
Robert Ramsey (fl.1616-1644)
When David Heard
Thomas Tomkins (1572-1656)
When David Heard
Michael East (~1580-1648)
When David Heard
ARTISTS
Exaudi; James Weeks, director
The Sixteen; Harry Christophers, director
Opening & Closing Theme for Baroque&Before: Joan Ambrosio Dalza: Piva, performed by Musica Reservata (Boston Skyline BSD 123)