Christopher Hogwood - Purcell: Sweeter than Roses CD

The Christopher Hogwood - Purcell: Sweeter than Roses CD is a delightful collection of songs that showcases the musical prowess of Christopher Hogwood and the timeless compositions of Henry Purcell. Released on August 11, 1998, this CD features a captivating performance that is sure to leave you mesmerized.

The interesting fact about this album is that Henry Purcell was one of the most celebrated English composers of the Baroque period, and his music continues to be a favorite among classical music lovers. Christopher Hogwood, on the other hand, was a renowned conductor, musicologist, and keyboardist who devoted his life to early music and period performance.

The album features 18 tracks that highlight the beauty and complexity of Purcell's music. Some of the standout tracks include "Sweeter than Roses," "Music for a While," and "Fairest Isle." Christopher Hogwood's masterful interpretation of these classic compositions is simply breathtaking.

In the words of Christopher Hogwood himself, "Purcell's music is a treasure trove of melody, invention, and wit. It is a joy to perform, and I am thrilled to share it with audiences old and new." So, if you are a fan of classical music or simply appreciate excellent musicianship, you don't want to miss out on this CD.

Album track list:
1. Music for a While
2. Sweeter than Roses
3. If Music Be the Food of Love
4. When I Am Laid in Earth
5. O Solitude, My Sweetest Choice
6. O Lead Me to Some Peaceful Gloom
7. Fairest Isle
8. What a Sad Fate Is Mine
9. The Plaint: O Let Me Weep, for Ever Weep
10. Ground in C minor, Z. T681
11. Strike the Viol, Touch the Lute
12. Fantasia upon One Note, Z. 745
13. The Blessed Virgin's Expostulation, Z. 196
14. An Evening Hymn, Z. 193
15. A New Ground, Z. T682
16. A Division on a Ground, Z. T681
17. A New Irish Tune, Z.646
18. Fantasia upon a Ground, Z. 731.