Track Listing

1 Overture (2:14)
Act One
2 Shake The Cloud From Off Your Brow (1:03)
3 Ah! Belinda, I Am Prest With Torment (4:39)
4 Whence Could So Much Virtue Spring? (2:00)
5 Fear No Danger To Ensue (1:32)
6 See, Your Royal Guest Appears (4:52)
Act Two
7 Prelude For The Witches — Wayward Sisters (3:05)
8 Ruin'd Ere The Set Of Sun? (4:54)
9 Ritornelle — Thanks To These Lonesome Vales (3:26)
10 Oft She Visits This Lone Mountain (2:22)
11 Behold, Upon My Bending Spear (1:20)
12 Stay, Prince, And Hear Great Jove's Command (2:40)
Act Three
13 Prelude — Come Away, Fellow Sailors (2:24)
14 See The Flags And Streamers Curling (3:24)
15 Your Counsel All Is Urg'd In Vain (3:26)
16 But Death, Alas! ... When I Am Laid In Earth (6:27)
17 With Drooping Wings Ye Cupids Come (2:42)

Dido And Aeneas by Henry Purcell, English Chamber Orchestra, Anthony Lewis (2), Janet Baker (CD)

$ 3.79

  • Artist(s): Henry Purcell, English Chamber Orchestra, Anthony Lewis (2), Janet Baker
  • Year: 2000
  • Genres: Classical
  • Media Condition: Like New
  • Sleeve Condition: Like New
  • Catalog Number: 289 466 387-2
  • Label: Decca
  • Format: CD
  • Country: US
  • SKU: 2GEHALOJ
  • UPC: 028946638729
  • ASIN: B00004C8TE

Description

Experience the timeless voice of Henry Purcell, English Chamber Orchestra, Anthony Lewis (2), Janet Baker in the iconic album, Dido And Aeneas. Released in 2000, this original Decca release blends Classical music, featuring timeless performances that are a must-have for any music lover and collector.

Artist Biography

Henry Purcell (1659-1695) was an English composer known for his significant contributions to Baroque music. He was born in Westminster, London, and showed musical talent at a young age. Purcell served as the organist at Westminster Abbey and later became the organist at the Chapel Royal. His works include operas, sacred music, instrumental compositions, and songs. Purcell's music is characterized by its expressive melodies, rich harmonies, and innovative use of counterpoint. The English Chamber Orchestra is a renowned ensemble founded in 1948 by Arnold Goldsborough. The orchestra has collaborated with many prominent conductors and soloists, including Anthony Lewis. Lewis was a British conductor known for his interpretations of Baroque music. He worked closely with the English Chamber Orchestra and was highly respected for his attention to detail and musical sensitivity. Janet Baker is an acclaimed British mezzo-soprano known for her versatile voice and expressive interpretations. She rose to fame in the 1960s and quickly became one of the leading opera singers of her generation. Baker's performances were praised for their emotional depth and technical skill. Throughout her career, she worked with prestigious opera houses and conductors, leaving a lasting impact on the world of classical

Key Features

  • Authenticity: Decca Dido And Aeneas, released in 2000.
  • Condition: Like New, ensuring a pristine listening experience.
  • Genres: Classical
  • Format: CD, perfect for collectors and music enthusiasts alike.

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