Thomas Morley was a person one can't help but respect, especially if that one is a musician. In an attempt to make their living by writing music many choose the path of the least resistance and compose what is demanded – needless to say, it usually means simplyfying things much. Morley, over against, had managed to create accessible and genuinely loved compositions – mainly madrigals, – which were distinguished by sophisticated counterpoint – a notable fusion of technique and depth without sacrificing any of them.
Morley's works were created more than five hundred years ago – he was born in 1557 and died in 1602, – but they sound refreshing even today, and I believe this quality is very rare to find. Last but not least, his music is so pacifying it could almost be considered a stress-reliever, and a very effective one at that. Here is Morley's April Is in My Mistress' Face – enjoy!
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