This page lists all recordings of Oh Fair to See, Op. 13, by Gerald Finzi (1901-56) on CD & download (MP3 & FLAC). Generally, more recent releases are listed first, but with priority given to those that are in stock. |
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See Terms & Conditions for p&p rates. | |  | Oh Fair to see - Songs by English Composers
Donald Kaasch (tenor), Peter Lockwood (piano) | | | In stock - usually despatched within 1 working day. |
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| |  | The English Song Series Volume 16 - Finzi Tenor Songs
“John Mark Ainsley's approach to music like this suggests that he comes to Finzi without any of the usual preconceptions. What he finds here… is an intensely musical feeling for words that's every bit as remarkable as Benjamin Britten's, plus a responsiveness to poetic atmosphere that enriches the texts without adding anything superfluous. Ainsley and his accompanist Iain Burnside respond to these qualities as though it were second nature to them. Singing and playing are rhythmically supple and lovingly attentive to detail...” BBC Music Magazine, Proms 2007 ***** “John Mark Ainsley certainly has more "ring" than most. There is a considerable sense of power in reserve, which makes his judicious use of it particularly effective. His virtues are regularly evident in these songs of Finzi, together with good, clear diction and a thoughtful expressiveness.” Gramophone Magazine, September 2007  BBC Music Magazine
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| |  | Love’s Voice
Nathan Vale (tenor) & Paul Plummer (piano) Includes world premiere recordings “Vale and his accomplished colleague Paul Plummer start with an unpublished song by Gurney, the spirited, stirring On Wenlock Edge with a grand tune…Immediately one is made aware of Vale’s clarity of tone, a clarity matched by that of the recording…As satisfying as he is in the liveliness of On Wenlock Edge, he is equally so in Down by the Salley gardens, which he sings with a touch of regret…He also conveys the sadness of Edward Thomas’s poem snow.” International Record Review | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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| |  | Oh Fair to SeeSong cycles for tenor & piano by Gerald Finzi
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| |  | Songs by Finzi and his friends
Ian Partridge (tenor), Stephen Roberts (baritone), Clifford Benson (piano) 'A delightful programme in all respects' (Gramophone) | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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| |  | The English Song Collection
The Times states, '...as an interpreter of English song, Gilchrist is often in a class by himself'; James’ hugely popular series of works by Finzi, Vaughan Williams, Gurney and Britten have proved this is the case. This special 3-disc collection brings together his finest recordings to date. This collection includes the premiere recording of Gurney’s masterpiece Ludlow & Teme using the composer’s revised and corrected version which the composer declared to be his favourite. It also includes the first modern recording of Leighton’s Earth, Sweet Earth since the original recording by Neil Mackie for whom the work was written. All of Gilchrist’s recordings with Linn have been highly acclaimed; ‘On Wenlock Edge’ was a Finalist in the ‘Solo Vocal Album of the Year’ category at the 2008 Gramophone Awards and ‘Oh Fair to See’ was named a ‘Benchmark Recording’ by BBC Music. James Gilchrist is a sought-after recitalist whose voice has been described as pure and sensitive with an even and beautiful tone. Pianist Anna Tilbrook (‘an eloquent partner’ Daily Telegraph) displays her substantial talents as an accompanist providing flawless support to long-term performing partner James. Also featured in this collection are Michael Cox (flute), Gareth Hulse (cor anglais) and The Fitzwilliam String Quartet. | | | In stock - usually despatched within 1 working day. |
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