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Tallis / Byrd - Heavenly Harmonies | Harmonia Mundi HMU807463

Tallis / Byrd - Heavenly Harmonies

Label: Harmonia Mundi

Cat No: HMU807463

Barcode: 0093046746360

Format: Hybrid SACD

Number of Discs: 1

Genre: Vocal/Choral

Release Date: 4th February 2008

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Penguin Guide 4 stars Penguin Rosette Winner

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About

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.

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.

Reviews

Style antico is a baker’s dozen of mixed men’s and women’s voices, superbly blended, who sing with absolute precision, sensitive use of light and shade, and impeccable tuning. They also bring to the music just the right degree of expressive warmth for this repertoire and they are beautifully recorded.
Penguin Guide 2009

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