Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of choral music with Hubert Parry's "Parry: 12 Sets of English Lyrics, Vol. 1," released on March 25, 2016, under SOMM Recordings. This captivating album spans a little over an hour, offering a comprehensive exploration of Parry's choral compositions. The tracklist is a treasure trove of English lyrics, divided into 12 sets, each containing multiple pieces that showcase Parry's mastery of the genre. From the tender "My True Love Hath My Heart" to the poignant "Lay a Garland on My Hearse," and the lively "Under the Greenwood Tree," the album presents a diverse range of emotions and themes. Parry's work is known for its lyrical beauty and harmonic richness, and this volume is no exception. Additionally, the album features a selection of Shakespeare's sonnets, sung in German, adding an intriguing international flair to the collection. Whether you're a seasoned choral music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises a deeply engaging and rewarding listening experience.
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Tracks
English Lyrics, Set 1: No. 1, My True Love Hath My HeartHubert Parry, Susan Gritton, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 1: No. 2, Good NightHubert Parry, Susan Gritton, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 1: No. 3, Where Shall the Lover RestHubert Parry, Susan Gritton, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 1: No. 4, Willow SongHubert Parry, Susan Gritton, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 2: No. 1, O Mistress MineHubert Parry, James Gilchrist, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 2: No. 2, Take, O Take Those Lips AwayHubert Parry, James Gilchrist, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 2: No. 3, No Longer Mourn for MeHubert Parry, James Gilchrist, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 2: No. 4, Blow, Blow Thou Winter WindHubert Parry, James Gilchrist, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 2: No. 5, When Icicles Hang by the WallHubert Parry, James Gilchrist, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 3: No. 1, To Lucas on Going to the WarsHubert Parry, Roderick Williams, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 3: No. 3, To Althea from PrisonHubert Parry, Roderick Williams, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 3: No. 4, Why So Pale and WanHubert Parry, Roderick Williams, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 4: No. 4, Weep You No More, Sad FountainsHubert Parry, James Gilchrist, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 3: No. 6, Of All the TormentsHubert Parry, Roderick Williams, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 5: No. 4, Lay a Garland on My HearseHubert Parry, Susan Gritton, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 11: No. 7, Why Art Thou SlowHubert Parry, Roderick Williams, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 7: No. 1, On a Time the Amorous SilvyHubert Parry, Roderick Williams, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 7: No. 2, Follow a ShadowHubert Parry, Roderick Williams, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 7: No. 3, Ye Little Birds That Sit and SingHubert Parry, Roderick Williams, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 7: No. 4, O Never Say That I Was False of HeartHubert Parry, Roderick Williams, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 7: No. 5, JuliaHubert Parry, Roderick Williams, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 10: No. 6, One Silent Night of LateHubert Parry, Susan Gritton, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 12: No. 2, To BlossomsHubert Parry, Susan Gritton, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 12: No. 3, RosalineHubert Parry, James Gilchrist, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 5: No. 3, Crabbed Age and YouthHubert Parry, Susan Gritton, Andrew West
English Lyrics, Set 6: No. 6, Under the Greenwood TreeHubert Parry, Roderick Williams, Andrew West
Sonnet 32 "If Thou Survive My Well-Contended Day"Hubert Parry, James Gilchrist, Andrew West
4 Sonnets: No. 1, Sonnet 29 "When in Disgrace" (Sung in German)Hubert Parry, James Gilchrist, Andrew West
4 Sonnets: No. 2, Sonnet 87 "Farewell, Though Art Too Dear" (Sung in German)Hubert Parry, James Gilchrist, Andrew West
4 Sonnets: No. 3, Sonnet 18 "Shall I Compare Thee" (Sung in German)Hubert Parry, James Gilchrist, Andrew West
4 Sonnets: No. 4, Sonnet 30 "When to the Sessions" (Sung in German)Hubert Parry, James Gilchrist, Andrew West