Anonymous, Terpsichore

Praetorius: Dances from Terpsichore / Peter Holman, et al

1 CD / Hyperion / 2001-07-01

Works: Pierre Francisque Caroubel: Passameze, for 5 part instrumental ensemble (283); Gaillarde, for 5 part instrumental ensemble (284); Gaillarde, for 5 part instrumental ensemble (285); Bransles, for 5 pa...
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Ensemble: Parley of Instruments Renaissance Violin Band

"...Peter Holman and his band reveal this music's rich diversity in an intelligent and pleasing anthology. The violins play with arresting style in the opening...continue...

Folie Douce - Renaissance Improvisations / Doulce Mémoire

1 CD / Sono Luminus / 1994-08-16

Works: Michael Praetorius: Terpsichore; La Rosette; Pavane d'espagne; Pierre Francisque Caroubel: Bransle Gay double 8 (3) (from Terpsichore, 1612); Anonymous, Terpsichore: Ballet 264, 1, 2 & 3; Courante 15...
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Ensemble: Doulce Mémoire

The Ensemble's specialty is revealing the forgotten arts of embellishment and improvisation in Renaissance music. Their "sweet folly" leads them to a style that is...continue...