David Munrow was a pioneering English musician and early music expert, whose profound influence on the revival of interest in medieval and Renaissance music has left an enduring legacy in the world of classical music. Born on August 12, 1942, in Birmingham, England, Munrow's exceptional musical talents were evident from a young age. He initially began his musical journey playing the bassoon, but his discovery of and fascination with early wind instruments, particularly the recorder, would define his career.

Munrow founded the Early Music Consort of London in 1967, through which he sought to bring ancient music back to life with historical accuracy and infectious enthusiasm. The ensemble's performances and recordings, under Munrow's leadership until his untimely death in 1976, were instrumental in popularizing early music, drawing attention to compositions and styles that had been neglected for centuries. Through albums like "Telemann: Suite in A Minor - Sammartini & Handel: Recorder Concertos," "Pleasures Of The Royal Courts," and "Dufay: Messe 'Se la face ay pale,'" Munrow and the Early Music Consort of London presented these works to contemporary audiences with both scholarly respect and a palpable sense of excitement. Described as a musicologist and a virtuoso, David Munrow's legacy is not just in his recordings but in his contribution to the broader appreciation and understanding of early music, making it accessible and engaging for listeners worldwide.

Genres

Medieval

Recorder

Latest Release

Telemann: Suite in A Minor - Sammartini & Handel: Recorder Concertos

David Munrow•

Academy of St. Martin in the Fields•

Sir Neville Marriner•

Georg Philipp Telemann

Album - 13 Tracks - Released April 10, 2024