Bird Songs at Eventide: English Songs of the Edwardian Era
9/15/2023, 25 Tracks, 1:13:35
Featuring
Robert White
Stephen Hough
Eric Coates
Josephine McGill
Charles Wakefield Cadman
Cécile Chaminade
Granville Bantock
Vincent O'Brien
Arthur Sullivan
Amy Woodforde-Finden
Roger Quilter
Teresa del Riego
Oley Speaks
Liza Lehmann
George Whitefield Chadwick
May Hannah Brahe
Haydn Wood
Wilfred Ernest Sanderson
Arthur A. Penn
Hermann Löhr
Frances Allitsen
Arthur Tate
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Recording & Production
The original idea was to limit the selection to English songs from the Edwardian era (1901-1910), but the timeframe was expanded to include works from 1877 to 1930, and also American, Irish, and French pieces.
Historical Context
The songs on this album share an 'Edwardian' identity, dating from the late Victorian years to about a decade after Edward VII's death, a period ending with the destruction of World War I.
Composer's Artistic Vision
This repertoire embodies a profound nostalgia and deep-rooted conservatism, offering refuge from the changes and rapid pace of time.
Critical Reception
Some songs on this album, like "Bless this House" and "The Lost Chord," were once very popular but are now less listened to due to their overt sentiments being out of fashion.
Album & Artwork
The songs on this album were chosen by Robert White, the tenor, and Stephen Hough, the pianist, from hundreds of others.
Interpretation
The performers believe that to appreciate these songs, one must enter their world with respect and affection, avoiding cynicism.
Compositional Technique
The songs on this album often feature operatic vocal demands, and their melodies and harmonies were crafted by skilled musicians.
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