REJOICE, REJOICE
William Byrd was widely esteemed by his contemporaries, and hailed as the “most celebrated musician and organist of the English Nation.” Beginning in 1575, with his collaboration with Thomas Tallis on the First Book of Cantiones Sacrae, his work encompassed all areas of music including music for the Anglican service, Catholic masses, motets, anthems, madrigalian pieces, and instrumental works. His output was prolific and is impressive, both in quantity and breadth. “From Virgin’s Womb” and “Rejoice, Rejoice” are taken from Songs of Sundrie Natures of 1589.
Brass Quintet
211.01
Duration: 2.5 min
Composer/Arranger: Byrd/Olson
William Byrd was widely esteemed by his contemporaries, and hailed as the “most celebrated musician and organist of the English Nation.” Beginning in 1575, with his collaboration with Thomas Tallis on the First Book of Cantiones Sacrae, his work encompassed all areas of music including music for the Anglican service, Catholic masses, motets, anthems, madrigalian pieces, and instrumental works. His output was prolific and is impressive, both in quantity and breadth. “From Virgin’s Womb” and “Rejoice, Rejoice” are taken from Songs of Sundrie Natures of 1589.
Brass Quintet
211.01
Duration: 2.5 min
Composer/Arranger: Byrd/Olson