Dr. Stephen Skinner

Alamire, under the direction of David Skinner, complete their survey of the choral works of William Byrd to mark the composer's 400th anniversary with this landmark recording of The Great Service and seven anthems. Emerging from centuries of obscurity, Byrd's Great Service, first revived in the early twentieth century, represents a pinnacle of English choral music. This recording commemorates the centenary of it's modern debut in 1924. With intricate polyphony and poignant text settings, Byrd's masterful use of ten voices reveals his unparalleled skill in capturing the essence of the Anglican liturgy. Complemented by seven anthems, thisalbum offers a comprehensive exploration of Byrd's rich, spiritual, and historical musical contributions.

Alamire, under the direction of David Skinner, complete their survey of the choral works of William Byrd to mark the composer's 400th anniversary with this landmark recording of The Great Service and seven anthems. Emerging from centuries of obscurity, Byrd's Great Service, first revived in the early twentieth century, represents a pinnacle of English choral music. This recording commemorates the centenary of it's modern debut in 1924. With intricate polyphony and poignant text settings, Byrd's masterful use of ten voices reveals his unparalleled skill in capturing the essence of the Anglican liturgy. Complemented by seven anthems, thisalbum offers a comprehensive exploration of Byrd's rich, spiritual, and historical musical contributions.

"Cold Heart" is Thirdstory's debut album where they are able to showcase their brilliant soulful three-part harmonies, R&B influences, and deep lyrics. Together the talented singer-songwriters, Elliot Skinner, Ben Lusher, and Richard Saunders, are able to blend a variety of musical elements together in songs like Hit the Ceiling and Still In Love.

"Cold Heart" is Thirdstory's debut album where they are able to showcase their brilliant soulful three-part harmonies, R&B influences, and deep lyrics. Together the talented singer-songwriters, Elliot Skinner, Ben Lusher, and Richard Saunders, are able to blend a variety of musical elements together in songs like Hit the Ceiling and Still In Love.

"Knights of the Sound Table" is the seventh album by the funk/R&B band Cameo, released in 1981. It debuted at #2 and 44 on both the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and Billboard 200 charts respectively and spawned two singles: "Freaky Dancin'" and "I Like It".