King Henry VIII reportedly praised Tye, saying, 'England one god, one truth, one doctor hath for music's art and that is Dr Tye.'
Compositional Technique
A unique feature of Tye's harmony is the 'interrupted subdominant cadence,' which occurs at least ten times on this recording.
Composer Biography
Christopher Tye, a direct contemporary of Thomas Tallis, was born around 1505 and was highly regarded during his lifetime.
Composition History
Tye's Western Wynde Mass is one of three surviving English Masses based on the same monophonic song, the secular text of which the Council of Trent found inappropriate for a Mass.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded in All Hallows, Gospel Oak, London, on June 20, 2011.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Tye's music is described as 'wilful,' frequently surprising listeners with bold and uncompromising gestures, and possessing breathtaking beauty.
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