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Episode 4

Composer of the Week The Chapel Royal
Episode 4 of 5

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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Thu 17 May 2012 18:30
大象传媒 Radio 3

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Music Played

  • John Blow

    I will always give thanks for choir

    Conductor: Harry CHRISTOPHERS Performer: Symphony Of Harmony And Invention Performer: The SIXTEEN

    • CORO.
    • 160-41.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

Broadcasts

  • Thu 17 May 2012 12:00
    大象传媒 Radio 3
  • Thu 17 May 2012 18:30
    大象传媒 Radio 3

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