Immerse yourself in the rich, intricate world of Thomas Weelkes with his captivating choral album, "Weelkes: Grant the King a Long Life." Released on April 3, 2012, under the Obsidian label, this album is a testament to Weelkes' mastery of the choral genre, offering a profound and engaging listening experience that spans a full hour and three minutes.
The album features a diverse collection of tracks, showcasing Weelkes' versatility and depth as a composer. From the powerful opening of "Hosanna to the Son of David" to the reflective "Lord, to thee I make my moan," and the triumphant "Alleluia, I heard a voice," each piece is a testament to Weelkes' ability to evoke a wide range of emotions and atmospheres.
The album also includes several pavans and voluntaries, demonstrating Weelkes' skill in instrumental composition. These tracks provide a welcome contrast to the choral pieces, adding variety and depth to the overall listening experience.
Whether you're a longtime fan of choral music or a newcomer to the genre, "Weelkes: Grant the King a Long Life" is sure to captivate and inspire. So sit back, press play, and let the enchanting melodies and harmonies of Thomas Weelkes transport you to another time and place.
(C) 2012 Obsidian(P) 2012 Obsidian
Tracks
Hosanna to the Son of DavidThomas Weelkes, The Choir of Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge, David Skinner
Pavan, "Mr. Weelkes his Lacrimae"Thomas Weelkes, Fretwork
What joy so trueThomas Weelkes, Eleanor Cramer, Catherine Shaw, Rosemary Dilnot, The Choir of Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge, David Skinner
All people clap your handsThomas Weelkes, The Choir of Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge, David Skinner
Voluntary (1)Thomas Weelkes, Ben Atkinson
Lord, to thee I make my moanThomas Weelkes, Eleanor Cramer, Fretwork
When David heardThomas Weelkes, The Choir of Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge, David Skinner
Gloria in excelsis deoThomas Weelkes, The Choir of Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge, David Skinner
Pavan, "Mr. Weelkes his 3 Pavin"Thomas Weelkes, Fretwork
Give ear, O LordThomas Weelkes, James Cormack, The Choir of Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge, Ben Atkinson, Daniel Smith, David Skinner
Most mighty and all-knowing LordThomas Weelkes, Eleanor Cramer, Fretwork
O how amiableThomas Weelkes, The Choir of Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge, David Skinner
Voluntary (2)Thomas Weelkes, Ben Atkinson
Alleluia, I heard a voiceThomas Weelkes, Laurens Macklon, The Choir of Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge, David Skinner
O mortal manThomas Weelkes, Eleanor Cramer, Fretwork
Pavan (5)Thomas Weelkes, Fretwork
Give the king thy judgementsThomas Weelkes, The Choir of Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge, David Skinner
Fantasia for 2 BassesThomas Weelkes, Fretwork
If King ManassesThomas Weelkes, Eleanor Cramer, Catherine Shaw, Rosemary Dilnot, Christopher Webb, The Choir of Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge, David Skinner
O Lord, grant the king a long lifeThomas Weelkes, The Choir of Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge, David Skinner
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