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Dowland: Melancholy/Britten: Nocturnal [ CD / Album ]

Dowland: Melancholy/Britten: Nocturnal

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  • Released Date: 27 Oct 2023

  • Genre: Classical

Our Take

PASCAL BOEL Dowland & Britten: Melancholy / Nocturnal

In the murky depths of classical music, Pascal Boel navigates the sorrowful waters of Dowland and Britten with unparalleled finesse. This album is a delicate dance between the haunting melodies of John Dowland and the modern compositions of Benjamin Britten, creating a blend of old and new that is as captivating as it is melancholic.

Boel's mastery of the lute is truly something to behold, as he weaves intricate patterns of notes that tug at the heartstrings and evoke a sense of longing. His interpretation of Dowland's iconic compositions is nothing short of mesmerizing, capturing the essence of Elizabethan England with a modern twist.

But it is in Britten's Nocturnal that Boel truly shines, showcasing his technical prowess and emotional depth. The seven movements of this piece take the listener on a journey through the night, exploring the various shades of darkness and light with a deft touch that is both haunting and beautiful.

Overall, Dowland & Britten: Melancholy / Nocturnal is a masterpiece of classical music that is not to be missed. Pascal Boel's unique blend of old-world charm and contemporary flair makes this album a must-listen for any fan of the genre. So sit back, close your eyes, and let the music wash over you like a wave of bittersweet nostalgia.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. A Fantasie, P1a
2. The Most High and Mighty Christianus the Fourth, King of Denmark, His Galliard, P40
3. Melancholy Galliard, P25
4. Lady Hunsdon's Puffe, P54
5. Captain Digorie Piper's Galliard, P19
6. Forlorn Hope Fancy, P2
7. The Right Honourable Ferdinando Earl of Derby, His Galliard, P44a
8. The Most Sacred Queen Elizabeth, Her Galliard, P41
9. A Fancy, P6
10. The Right Honourable Earl of Essex, His Galliard, P42a
11. Tarleton's Riserrectione, P59
12. Dowland's First Galliard, P22
13. A Fancy, P73
14. Fortune, P62
15. My Lord Willoughby's Welcome Home, P66a
16. Mignarda, P34
17. A Fancy, P5
18. Mr. Dowland's Midnight, P99
19. Lachrimæ, P15
20. I. Musingly
21. II. Very Agitated
22. III. Restless
23. IV. Uneasy
24. V. March-like
25. VI. Dreaming
26. VII. Gently Rocking
27. VIII. Passacaglia

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