Credits:

The Musicians Of Swanne Alley

Description:

The third release in the “Originale” series, featuring performances on period instruments. These are “ballad songs”popular tunes that were hits in England from the late 16th century to the early 17th century. Centered on ballad songs, which could be described as the newspapers of the common people, this album authentically captures the vibrant atmosphere of the streets of Elizabethan London. A collection of varied and lively music performed by a diverse group of vocalists and skilled instrumentalists. Recorded in 1988. (C)RS