William Byrd, 400 years ago – October 1, 2023 LiveEvents September 25, 2023 2367 Studio de musique ancienne de Montréal presents Byrd 400 An anniversary always provides an excellent opportunity to program some music… and in this case, a perfect occasion to pay tribute to one of the greatest musicians England has ever known: William Byrd, who died 400 years ago, in 1623. Because Queen Elizabeth I—who instituted Anglicanism as the State religion—held him in such high regard, he was able to remain Catholic without concern, while being required to compose for both faiths. He worked in every genre, from masses and a cappella motets, both skilful and expressive, to compositions for consorts of viols and those entrusted to the organ and harpsichord, often of a rare elegance. Artists Andrew McAnerney, conductor Les Voix humaines Studio de musique ancienne de Montréal Choir, consort of viols and organ Program William Byrd (c. 1539/40-1623) Latin Mass for All Saints Introit – Gaudeamus omnes in Domino Kyrie – Mass for four voices Gloria – Mass for four voices Gradual – Timete Dominum Credo – Mass for four voices Offertory – Justorum animae Sanctus/Benedictus – Mass for four voices Communion – Ave Verum Agnus Dei – Mass for four voices Andrew Balfour (1967-) Ambe (Ojibwé text by Cory Campbell, contrafactum to Sing Joyfully) Intermission William Byrd (c. 1539/40-1623) Evensong for a special occasion Voluntary for my Lady Nevell O Lord, make thy servant Elizabeth our Queen Preces Psalm (13) O Lord, how long wilt Thou forget Fantasia for four viols nº 1 Magnificat (Second Service) Fantasy for four viols nº 5 Nunc Dimittis (Second Service) Responses [Fantasia on] Ut re mi fa sol la Anthem Praise Our Lord all Ye Gentiles Sunday, October 1, 2023 at 2:30pm Bourgie Hall To purchase your tickets visit: www.mbam.qc.ca/en/bourgie-hall/
