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Waters of Babylon

Stories

I Hunger and Thirst

Peter Hallock: Draw On Sweet Night

Music for the Tudors: Tallis, Sheppard...

Lugebat David Absalon

Penitence & Lamentation

Music of the Renaissance: Italy, Engla...

Arvo Pärt

Biography

Described as “pure and radiant” (Gramophone), “immensely impressive” (Early Music Review), and “rich, full-voiced, and perfectly blended” (Early Music America), the Byrd Ensemble has been internationally acclaimed for its performances and recordings of chamber vocal music, particularly Renaissance polyphony. The Byrd Ensemble, directed by Markdavin Obenza, is a Seattle-based professional ensemble made up of 10 to 12 singers.