The performing editions for this recording were prepared by Fretwork (a viol ensemble) and Theatre of Voices (a vocal ensemble) based on existing historical sources.
Historical Context
The 'common cryes' of London, like 'straberry rype, and chery in the ryse', appeared in verse as early as the 15th century.
Album & Artwork
The album cover features the artwork "Rabbits O Rabbits" by A. Courcell, an English artist from the 19th century.
Performer Biography
Theatre of Voices, directed by Paul Hillier, is recognized as one of the world's foremost vocal ensembles, known for both medieval/renaissance polyphony and contemporary experimental work.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded, edited, and mastered in DSD (Direct Stream Digital), a high-resolution audio format.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Many composers of these 'cries' were trainers of choirboys, and the pieces often had an underlying purpose of edifying the young.
Compositional Technique
The composers often wove authentic street cries into 'art' textures for the parlour, sometimes including derisive innuendo or social commentary.
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