Disc 01 The Indian Queen Z 630 (Oper in 5 Akten) (Querschnitt) 01. "Ouvertüre" 02. "Prolog" 03. "Wake, Quivera, wake (1. Akt)" 04. "Sinfonia (2. Akt)" 05. "I come to sing" 06. "What flattering noise" 07. "Begone" 08. "Sinfonia (3. Akt)" 09. "Ye twice ten hundred deities" 10. "Seek not to know"
Disc 02 01. "Trompetenouvertüre" 02. "Ah! How happy we are - We are the spirits of the air" 03. "I attempt to love's sickness" 04. "We the spirits of the air" 05. "They tell us (4. Akt)" 06. "While thus (5. Akt)" 07. "Ouvertüre" 08. "Hark! How the songsters of the grove" 09. "Come all, come all to me" 10. "The care of lovers"
"The Indian Queen" is a remarkable LP that brings together the talents of Alfred Deller, King's Musick, and the Deller Choir under the prestigious Harmonia M label. This recording showcases Henry Purcell's unfinished semi-opera "The Indian Queen," blending baroque orchestration with evocative choral passages. The album stands out for its authentic period performance and meticulous attention to historical detail, transporting listeners into the heart of 17th-century English music drama. Harmonia M is renowned for its dedication to high-fidelity classical recordings and has established itself as a leader in early music releases worldwide. Alfred Deller, one of the most celebrated countertenors of his time, was instrumental in reviving interest in early vocal repertoire; his ensemble work with King's Musick and direction of the Deller Choir have garnered international acclaim through numerous award-winning recordings.