Research Catalog

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Additional authors

1. Petrarca, Francesco, 1304-1374.
2. Synge, J. M. (John Millington), 1871-1909.
3. Hamilton, Susan (Soprano)
4. Mulroy, Nicholas.
5. Standley, Rick.
6. Bryars, Gavin.
7. Mr McFall's Chamber (Musical group) prf

Description

1. 1 sound disc : digital; 4 3/4 in.

Uniform title

1. Works. Selections

Alternative title

1. Works.
2. Eight Irish madrigals.
3. 8 Irish madrigals.
4. Irish madrigals.
5. Church closest to the sea.

Subject

1. Petrarca, Francesco, 1304-1374 > Musical settings
2. Sextets (Piano, viola, cellos (3), double bass)
3. Ballets > Excerpts
4. Vocal duets with instrumental ensemble
5. Madrigals
6. Septets (Piano, percussion, violins (2), viola, cello, double bass)

Contents

1. Epilogue from Wonderlawn : (1994) (7:49) -- Eight Irish madrigals : (2004). He asks his heart to raise itself up to God (3:32) ; He wishes he might die and follow Laura (3:14) ; He considers that he should set little store on earthly beauty (3:03) ; He finds comfort and rest in his sorrows (3:39) ; He is jealous of the heavens and the earth (2:36) ; He understands the great cruelty of death (3:08) ; Petrarch is unable to contain his grief (3:28) ; Laura waits for him in heaven (4:09) -- The church closest to the sea : (2007) (15:18).

Note

1. The 1st work, for viola, 3 violoncellos, double bass, and piano, is an excerpt from a ballet; the 2nd work for soprano, tenor, 2 violas, violoncello, and double bass; the 3rd work for 2 violins, viola, violoncello, double bass, piano, and percussion (1 player).
2. Text of the 2nd work by Petrarch in a prose translation by John Millington Synge.
3. Compact disc.
4. Program notes, biographical notes on the performers, and text of the 2nd work (12 p.) inserted in container.

Event (note)

1. Recorded Jan. 12-13, 2009 in St. Mary's Parish Church, Haddington, Scotland.