Henry Purcell (1659–1695)

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Henry Purcell (1659–1695)

1. What do we need to know about this composer?
Possible answers . . .

  • Most songs are from his five operas.
  • His songs are the cornerstone of British vocal music.
  • Unsurpassed in setting the English language.

2. Name a song composition by this composer.
Possible answers . . .

Music for a while
If music be the food of love
I’ll Sail Upon the Dog Star
Hark! Hark! the Echoing Air
Sweeter than Roses

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This selection is called: “Music for a while ”
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This selection is called: “If music be the food of love ”
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This selection is called: “I’ll Sail Upon the Dog Star ”
[Click here for TRANSLATION ]

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This selection is called: “Hark! Hark! the Echoing Air ”
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This selection is called: “Sweeter than Roses”
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And now for your listening pleasure…

https://youtu.be/GZ3s0nHkhQo


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