New York Polyphony
Siglo de Oro (The Golden Century)
Sunday, April 3, 2016
4:00pm – Holy Spirit Catholic Church
Ticket Release: to the Public 3/18
Please call Town Hall to check if there are physical tickets still available. 843-768-9166
Geoffrey Williams, countertenor ,Steven Caldicott Wilson, tenor
Christopher Dylan Herbert, baritone, Craig Phillips, bass
Praised for a “rich, natural sound that’s larger and more complex than the sum of its parts,” (National Public Radio) New York Polyphony is regarded as one of the finest vocal chamber ensembles in the world. The four men, “singers of superb musicianship and vocal allure,” (The New Yorker) apply a modern touch to repertoire that ranges from austere medieval melodies to cutting-edge contemporary compositions. Their dedication to innovative programming, as well as a focus on rare and rediscovered Renaissance and medieval works, has not only earned New York Polyphony critical acclaim, but also helped to move early music into the classical mainstream.
The ensemble’s growing discography includes two GRAMMY®-nominated releases and albums that have topped the “best of” lists of The New Yorker, Gramophone, and BBC Music Magazine. Called a “spacious, radiant retreat” by The New York Times, their current release, Sing thee Nowell, scored New York Polyphony its second GRAMMY® nomination in the Best Chamber Music/ Small Ensemble Performance category.
With the 2013 release of Times go by Turns, the ensemble’s fourth album, New York Polyphony continued “to claim a spot as one of the finest small vocal groups performing today.” (Audiophile Audition) Commended as “a complex, clear-eyed yet still painfully beautiful tapestry,” (Gramophone) Times go by Turns amassed substantial critical acclaim. In addition to being named one of iTunes 10 Best Classical Releases of 2013, the album garnered a GRAMMY® nomination.
Their performance features liturgical music from the Golden Age of Imperial Spain, and delves into the inspired output of Spanish Renaissance masters Guerrero, Penalosa and Victoria. New York Polyphony’s style is perfectly suited to the cathedral like surroundings and acoustic afforded by the Holy Spirit sanctuary. Listen to their recording (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JGXERrZKOC0) of Victoria’s O magnum mysterium, and you’ll see why this is a concert not to be missed.
(Photo credit: KAC website)
-Submitted by Tidelines Editor