by Various · CD · EAN 3149025057143
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«Purcell: Excerpts» is the compilation by Henry Purcell, released in 1996 by Harmonia Mundi on CD.
This CD brings together passages from Henry Purcell's stage works, such as «The Fairy Queen», «King Arthur» and «Dido y Eneas», along with a sonata, a chaconne and odes. The performances are by ensembles such as Les Arts Florissants and London Baroque.
The 1992 recording is by Les Arts Florissants, London Baroque and the Deller Consort. Edition from the Grands Compositeurs Baroques / Great Baroque Masters series (HMP 390807).
Suitable for those seeking a first introduction to Henry Purcell's music, with a varied sample of his stage and vocal works.
