The Wonders of the World: An English Masque | Accent ACC24185

The Wonders of the World: An English Masque

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Label: Accent

Cat No: ACC24185

Format: Hybrid SACD

Number of Discs: 1

Genre: Vocal/Choral

Release Date: 14th January 2008

Contents

Artists

Miriam Allan (soprano)
Rob Wyn Jones (narrator)
Echo du Danube

Artists

Miriam Allan (soprano)
Rob Wyn Jones (narrator)
Echo du Danube

About

Masques were expensive and spectacular presentations, performed at court by dancers, singers, actors and musicians. Everybody could take part from humble servants to the Lords and Ladies. The expense of mounting these productions was incredible. Stage machinery presented spectacular and breathtaking effects. Costumes were often covered in real gold and sumptuous jewels.

“The Wonders of the World” dates from the 17th century and incorporates music by Maynard, Morley, Dowland and Playford.

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