{"product_id":"christopher-hogwood-purcell-sweeter-than-roses-cd","title":"Christopher Hogwood - Purcell: Sweeter than Roses CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlbum track list:\u003cbr\u003e\n1. Music for a While\u003cbr\u003e\n2. Sweeter than Roses\u003cbr\u003e\n3. If Music Be the Food of Love\u003cbr\u003e\n4. When I Am Laid in Earth\u003cbr\u003e\n5. O Solitude, My Sweetest Choice\u003cbr\u003e\n6. O Lead Me to Some Peaceful Gloom\u003cbr\u003e\n7. Fairest Isle\u003cbr\u003e\n8. What a Sad Fate Is Mine\u003cbr\u003e\n9. The Plaint: O Let Me Weep, for Ever Weep\u003cbr\u003e\n10. Ground in C minor, Z. T681\u003cbr\u003e\n11. Strike the Viol, Touch the Lute\u003cbr\u003e\n12. Fantasia upon One Note, Z. 745\u003cbr\u003e\n13. The Blessed Virgin's Expostulation, Z. 196\u003cbr\u003e\n14. An Evening Hymn, Z. 193\u003cbr\u003e\n15. A New Ground, Z. T682\u003cbr\u003e\n16. A Division on a Ground, Z. T681\u003cbr\u003e\n17. A New Irish Tune, Z.646\u003cbr\u003e\n18. Fantasia upon a Ground, Z. 731.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Please note, this item ships from a separate warehouse. Please allow an additional 1-3 business days for processing and shipping. \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Good Things","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41597262495803,"sku":"GT2U1182464","price":22.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0552\/9275\/6027\/files\/SDC_1182464_2016-23-12--00-37-15.jpg?v=1725273118","url":"https:\/\/www.music2u.com.au\/zh\/products\/christopher-hogwood-purcell-sweeter-than-roses-cd","provider":"Music2u.com.au","version":"1.0","type":"link"}