Re: Recommendations for early music neophyte

Lora Crighton wrote:
Steven Bornfeld wrote:
Sorry for the open-ended question. I'm buying some recordings based on my reading of Copland's "What to Listen To in Music" and happened upon a recording of 2 Palestrina masses (Missa Papae Marcelli and Missa Aeterna Christi Munera--Oxford Camerata w/ Jeremy Summerly--Naxos). I was knocked out. On first hearing, almost supernaturally beautiful.
What else should I be listening to as far as early polyphony (or plain chant for that matter)--I don't expect comprehensive recommendations, just a few good points (composers, recordings) to dig in.


A couple of URLs from the rec.music.early faq that you might find useful:

http://www.medieval.org/emfaq/beginlst/

Repertory Overview Lists

As an Introduction to the Repertory of the Era, we have devised these lists of recommended recordings, set in their historical & stylistic contexts. They provide overviews of the repertory, and are well-annotated. Follow the CD links to see details, as well as alternate and more advanced suggestions.

http://www.medieval.org/emfaq/cds/

FAQ CD Index & Directory

Oxford Camerata is a good group. You might also like Tallis Scholars, The Sixteen, Gothic Voices, and the Hilliard Ensemble.


Terrific reference--thanks!!

Steve
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