Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Renaissance music with William Byrd's "Renaissance Sleep," a captivating album set to release on July 2, 2025, under UME - Global Clearing House. This collection spans a rich tapestry of genres, including choral, classical, and Gregorian chant, offering a comprehensive journey through the works of one of the most celebrated English composers of the Renaissance era.
Comprising 36 tracks, "Renaissance Sleep" showcases Byrd's mastery with pieces like "Callino Casturame," "Flow my Tears," and "Kyrie V - Kyrie magnae Deus potentiae." The album also features live performances, such as "Flow, my tears (Arr. for Cello and Guitar)" and "I Saw My Lady Weep (Arr. for Guitar & String Quartet) - Live at Liszt Academy, Budapest, 2018," adding a dynamic layer to the listening experience.
William Byrd, born in 1540, is renowned for his profound contributions to Renaissance music. His compositions, marked by intricate polyphony and deep emotional resonance, continue to captivate audiences centuries later. "Renaissance Sleep" is a testament to his enduring legacy, offering both familiar and lesser-known works that highlight his versatility and genius.
With a duration of 1 hour and 31 minutes, this album is a perfect companion for those seeking to explore the depths of Renaissance music. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Renaissance Sleep" promises an enriching and enchanting experience.
Corde Natus Ex ParentisAnonymous, VOCES8, Christian Forshaw
Ave donna santissimaTraditional, Linn Andrea Fuglseth
Nu vilar hela jordenTraditional, Anna Maria Friman
Den signete dagTraditional, Torunn Ostrem Ossum
Plainchant for Vespers I (Recollectio festorum beate Marie virginis): Responsorium: Surge propera, columba meaGuillaume Dufay, Kurt-Owen Richards, Mark Duer, Peter Stewart, Jeffrey Johnson, Alexander Blachly
Venite a laudareTraditional, Anna Maria Friman
Lauda novellaTraditional, Torunn Ostrem Ossum
Hymnus "Veni Creator Spiritus"Traditional, Cistercian Monks of Stift Heiligenkreuz
Lady Rich, Her GalliardJohn Dowland, Nigel North
Christe Redemptor omnium - Hymnus ad Vesperas tempore Nativitatis DominiAnonymous, Choralschola der Wiener Hofburgkapelle, Hubert Dopf S.J.
A QuestionTobias Hume, Anja Lechner
Veni Creator SpiritusJuliette Pochin, James Morgan, Poor Clare Sisters Arundel
Kyrie V - Kyrie magnae Deus potentiae, Vat. V/In Nativitate Domini ad Missam in dieAnonymous, Choralschola der Wiener Hofburgkapelle, Hubert Dopf S.J.
Puer qui natus est nobis - Introitus/In Nativitate Domini ad Missam in dieAnonymous, Choralschola der Wiener Hofburgkapelle, Hubert Dopf S.J.
Ad Completorium: Hymnus "Te lucis ante terminum"Traditional, Cistercian Monks of Stift Heiligenkreuz