Episode 4
It's 1674, and as the foundations are laid for the new St Paul's Cathedral a major signing is appointed as Master of the royal musicians. Donald Macleod follows the new incumbent's fortunes, including the performance of a new work at the cathedral's opening ceremony.
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John Blow
I will always give thanks for choir
Conductor: Harry CHRISTOPHERS Performer: Symphony Of Harmony And Invention Performer: The SIXTEEN
- CORO.
- 160-41.
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Henry Purcell
If ever I more riches did desire Z.544 for SSTB, STB chorus, 2 violins and continuo
Performer: Gerard LESNE - Counter-tenor Performer: La CANZONA
- Virgin.
- VC 5453422.
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John Blow
I was glad when they said unto me - verse anthem for 5/5 voices, 2 tpt, 2 vn, va, bc & org
Conductor: John (u.k.) SCOTT Performer: Andrew Dale FORBES - Bass Performer: Ashley STAFFORD - Counter-tenor Performer: Mark LE BROCQ - Tenor Performer: Robin BLAZE - Counter-tenor Performer: Rogers COVEY-CRUMP - Tenor Performer: St Paul's Cathedral Choir Performer: The PARLEY OF INSTRUMENTS
- HYPERION.
- CDA-67009.
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John Blow
Mark how the lark and linnet sing - ode (On the death of Mr Henry Purcell) for 2 voices, 2
Performer: Gerard LESNE - Counter-tenor Performer: Steve DUGARDIN - Counter-tenor Performer: La CANZONA
- VIRGIN VERITAS.
- 5-45342.
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