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Released: 3-4-00|ASV Gaudeamus CDGAU196

 

Music at All Souls, Oxford
The Lancastrians to the Tudors

Gramophone Editor's Choice
Byrd Edition 1

This comprehensive anthology gives an overview of nearly two hundred years of music-making connected with All Souls College, Oxford. From the simple three part writing of Henry V to the huge architectural masterpiece that is Davy’s O Domine caeli terreque (apparently written in the course of one day): from the simplicity of Merbecke’s Funeral Sentences to the emotional power of the White Lamentations, this collection presents a unique part of musical history together with the story of one of Oxford’s most famous colleges.

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… as fine an example of the glories of English choral tradition as you’re likely to find, sung by recognised leaders in the field. Snap it up immediately.  

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