Short bio John Amner
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John Amner was an English composer born in Ely in 1579 and died in 1641. He is known for his compositions of sacred works and had a close association with Ely Cathedral. Although not widely celebrated during the Renaissance era, his music in Sacred Hymnes shows that he was capable of writing in a number of styles. He composed works for private devotion, which were performed during the Jacobean era.
Amner's Sacred Hymnes, published in 1615, consists of compositions for three, four, five, and six voices. In these hymns, he exhibited his technical control by writing consecutive harmonies and instances of melodic imitation. His compositions were performed on various occasions such as Choir Sunday, at the Cathedral, and during the commemoration of the Gunpowder Plot. John Amner also composed music for viol and voices, which were popular during the Jacobean period.
Although not widely recognized during his time, Amner's music has been rediscovered and appreciated by contemporary audiences. His works have been featured in concerts and recordings, bringing attention to his compositions. John Amner's legacy as a composer still endures to this day.
Compositions featuring John Amner
| # | Name | Duration | Genre | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Come, Let's Rejoice for chorus | 1:44 min | Choral | 1615 |
| 2 | I Will Sing Unto the Lord, for He Hath Triumphed Gloriously | 2:18 min | Miscellaneous (Classical) | - |
| 3 | Verses (3) for harpsichord on the hymn tune "O Lord in Thee Is All My Trust" | 7:05 min | Keyboard | - |
| 4 | Variations for Organ on "O Lord in Thee" | 12:22 min | Keyboard | - |
| 5 | Sing, O Heav'ns | 2:41 min | Miscellaneous (Classical) | - |
| 6 | Remember not, Lord, our offences, anthem | 3:48 min | Choral | - |
| 7 | O Ye Little Flock, verse anthem for 4 & 6 voices | 6:31 min | Choral | - |
| 8 | O Sing Unto the Lord | 4:59 min | Miscellaneous (Classical) | - |
| 9 | O Come Now, Holy Spirit | 3:59 min | Miscellaneous (Classical) | - |
| 10 | My Lord Is Hence Removed | 1:55 min | Miscellaneous (Classical) | - |
| 11 | Magnificat (Cesar Service) | 4:12 min | Choral | - |
| 12 | 2nd Service, for 4-5 voiceds ("Cesar's Service") | Choral | - | |
| 13 | I Will Sing Unto the Lord as Long as I Live | 4:46 min | Miscellaneous (Classical) | - |
| 14 | Hear, O Lord | 3:51 min | Miscellaneous (Classical) | - |
| 15 | Glory Be to God on High | 4:42 min | Miscellaneous (Classical) | - |
| 16 | Evening Canticles, for 6 voices ("Second Verse Service") | 8:49 min | Choral | - |
| 17 | Consider, All Ye Passers by | 6:20 min | Miscellaneous (Classical) | - |
| 18 | Blessed Be the Lord God, for 4 voices (inc.) | 2:23 min | Choral | - |
| 19 | A Stranger Here | 5:04 min | Vocal Music | - |
Albums featuring John Amner
| # | Сover | Name album | Year | Music label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
John Amner, Fretwork, Dublin Consort Singers, Mark Keane (3) – Complete Consort Music(CD, Album) | 2019 | Rubicon Classics |
| 2 |  |
John Amner, Ely Cathedral Choir, The Parley Of Instruments, David Price (24), Paul Trepte – Cathedral Music By John Amner(CD, ) | - | Hyperion |
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