- published: 31 Dec 2013
2 min 56 sec
John Dryden 'A Song for St. Cecilia's Day, 1687
A Song for St. Cecilia's Day, 1687
by John Dryden
( video portrait )
Produced and copyr...
published: 31 Dec 2013
John Dryden 'A Song for St. Cecilia's Day, 1687
John Dryden 'A Song for St. Cecilia's Day, 1687
A Song for St. Cecilia's Day, 1687 by John Dryden ( video portrait ) Produced and copyright Robert Nichol 1987read by Jan Francis recorded at Robert Nichol AudioProductions London rnaudioproductions for http://www.ipodity.com/ http://www.allcast.co.uk/ FROM harmony, from heavenly harmony, This universal frame began: When nature underneath a heap Of jarring atoms lay, And could not heave her head, The tuneful voice was heard from high, 'Arise, ye more than dead!' Then cold, and hot, and moist, and dry, In order to their stations leap, And Music's power obey. From harmony, from heavenly harmony, This universal frame began: From harmony to harmony Through all the compass of the notes it ran, The diapason closing full in Man. What passion cannot Music raise and quell? When Jubal struck the chorded shell, His listening brethren stood around, And, wondering, on their faces fell To worship that celestial sound: Less than a God they thought there could not dwell Within the hollow of that shell, That spoke so sweetly, and so well. What passion cannot Music raise and quell? The trumpet's loud clangour Excites us to arms, With shrill notes of anger, And mortal alarms. The double double double beat Of the thundering drum Cries Hark! the foes come; Charge, charge, 'tis too late to retreat! The soft complaining flute, In dying notes, discovers The woes of hopeless lovers, Whose dirge is whisper'd by the warbling lute. Sharp violins proclaim Their jealous pangs and desperation, Fury, frantic indignation, Depth of pains, and height of passion, For the fair, disdainful dame. But O, what art can teach, What human voice can reach, The sacred organ's praise? Notes inspiring holy love, Notes that wing their heavenly ways To mend the choirs above. Orpheus could lead the savage race; And trees unrooted left their place, Sequacious of the lyre; But bright Cecilia rais'd the wonder higher: When to her organ vocal breath was given, An angel heard, and straight appear'd Mistaking Earth for Heaven. rnaudioproductions for http://www.ipodity.com/ http://www.allcast.co.uk/ Audio created by Robert Nichol AudioProductions all rights reserved- published: 31 Dec 2013
3 min 1 sec
Shadwell - John Dryden
A great satirical poet, John Dryden, lashes out vehemently against a fellow-poet, Thomas S...
published: 31 Dec 2013
Shadwell - John Dryden
Shadwell - John Dryden
A great satirical poet, John Dryden, lashes out vehemently against a fellow-poet, Thomas Shadwell, producing the most savage of caricatures. Extracted from "Mac Flecknoe", this portrait of Shadwell came to my attention as a student at college, and from that moment became utterly delightful to my ears. And now, years later, in a frenzied act of reading poetry, this little act will have to be included.- published: 31 Dec 2013
1 min 16 sec
John Dryden - Hidden Flame
Paul Scofield reads John Dryden's Hidden Flame
Hidden Flame
by John Dryden (1631-1700)
I...
published: 31 Dec 2013
John Dryden - Hidden Flame
John Dryden - Hidden Flame
Paul Scofield reads John Dryden's Hidden Flame Hidden Flame by John Dryden (1631-1700) I feed a flame within, which so torments me That it both pains my heart, and yet contents me: 'Tis such a pleasing smart, and I so love it, That I had rather die than once remove it. Yet he, for whom I grieve, shall never know it; My tongue does not betray, nor my eyes show it. Not a sigh, not a tear, my pain discloses, But they fall silently, like dew on roses. Thus, to prevent my Love from being cruel, My heart's the sacrifice, as 'tis the fuel; And while I suffer this to give him quiet, My faith rewards my love, though he deny it. On his eyes will I gaze, and there delight me; Where I conceal my love no frown can fright me. To be more happy I dare not aspire, Nor can I fall more low, mounting no higher.- published: 31 Dec 2013
1 min 54 sec
"Sylvia the Fair" by John Dryden (poetry reading)
A swain is a beau or a suitor.
Trimmer is an interesting word. At the time, in the l...
published: 31 Dec 2013
"Sylvia the Fair" by John Dryden (poetry reading)
"Sylvia the Fair" by John Dryden (poetry reading)
A swain is a beau or a suitor. Trimmer is an interesting word. At the time, in the late 17th century, it meant a follower of George Savile, Lord Halifax. After the English Civil War he proposed a compromise between the two extremes. Opponents began calling his supporters Trimmers, trimming their sails according to which way the wind blows. Halifax accepted the term and wrote a pamphlet called "The Character of a Trimmer ". The painting is 'The Village Beauty' by Alexander M Rossi (1840-1916) - but it's a portrait and not wide enough, so I faked the background from another Rossi.- published: 31 Dec 2013
53 sec
'Happy the Man' by John Dryden, as read by Mishal Husain
The London 2012 Olympic Games is about more than just sport, it is about incredible people...
published: 31 Dec 2013
'Happy the Man' by John Dryden, as read by Mishal Husain
'Happy the Man' by John Dryden, as read by Mishal Husain
The London 2012 Olympic Games is about more than just sport, it is about incredible people performing inspiring feats and striving to be the best that they can be. Winning Words is a UK-wide public art project that seeks to highlight the links between poetry and sport, and the ways in which we feel that the Olympic values are represented in some of the world's most inspiring poems We have teamed up with the BBC to produce a new series of poetry films starring eight of the BBC's London 2012 Olympic Games presenters. Matt Baker, Clare Balding, Mark Foster, Chris Hollins, Mishal Husain, Colin Jackson, Denise Lewis, and Sian Williams all read one their favourite poems against the backdrop of the summer sports day of Jubilee, Richard Atkins, and St Jude's Primary schools in Lambeth, London. Listen to these inspiring poems and watch the next generation of athletes enjoying themselves on sports day! 'Happy the Man' by John Dryden © Read the full poem here: http://www.winningwordspoetry.com/poems/happy-the-man/ Get involved: http://www.winningwordspoetry.com/ Get in touch: Facebook - http://tinyurl.com/bwvf5db Twitter - https://twitter.com/#!/winningpoetry Special thanks to Yodo Creative: http://yodocreative.com/- published: 31 Dec 2013
9 min 59 sec
John Dryden On the Death of Lord Hastings
Henry Lord Hastings, son to Ferdinand Earl of Huntingdon, died in his 20th year in 1649, o...
published: 31 Dec 2013
John Dryden On the Death of Lord Hastings
John Dryden On the Death of Lord Hastings
Henry Lord Hastings, son to Ferdinand Earl of Huntingdon, died in his 20th year in 1649, of the smallpox, just a day before he was due to be married to Elizabeth Mayerne. This poem, 'On the Death of Lod Hastings' was published with a number of other laments in a collected volume 'Lachrymae Musarum' and is Dryden's first published poem. He sometimes forces us to pronounce words in other than the usual way to fit the metre, and some have censured this; but it is par for the course in English poetry and I see nothing to complain of in this. The music is Corelli's Concerto Grosso in F Op 619.- published: 31 Dec 2013
9 min 56 sec
Trooper Interview | John Dryden
John Dryden Interview from Trooper http://musiclegends.ca
Interviewed by Jason Saulnier No...
published: 31 Dec 2013
Trooper Interview | John Dryden
Trooper Interview | John Dryden
John Dryden Interview from Trooper http://musiclegends.ca Interviewed by Jason Saulnier November 18, 2008 John Dryden talks about Trooper's 1989 release The Last of the Gypsies John Dryden talks about playing bass with such groups as Toronto, Lee Aaron & Headpins. http://www.trooper.ca/ The Last of the Gypsies was released in 1989 on the band's self-owned Great Pacific Records label and distributed by Warner Music Canada. This was Trooper's first studio album in six years, and was certified Canadian Gold. It contained the hits "Boy With the Beat", and "The Best Way (to Hold A Man)".- published: 31 Dec 2013
2 min 24 sec
John Dryden "Beneath A Myrtle Shade" Poem animation
Heres a virtual movie of the English poet John Dryden reading his poem "Beneath A Myrtle S...
published: 31 Dec 2013
John Dryden "Beneath A Myrtle Shade" Poem animation
John Dryden "Beneath A Myrtle Shade" Poem animation
Heres a virtual movie of the English poet John Dryden reading his poem "Beneath A Myrtle Shade" from his "Almanzor and Almahide" or The Conquest of Granada is a Restoration era stage play, a two-part tragedy written by John Dryden that was first acted in 1670 and 1671 and published in 1672. It is notable both as a defining example of the "heroic drama" pioneered by Dryden, and as the subject of later satire. The plot deals with the Spanish conquest of Granada in 1492 and the fall of Muhammad XII of Granada, the last Islamic ruler on the Iberian Peninsula. John Dryden (9 August 1631 -- 1 May 1700) was an influential English poet, literary critic, translator, and playwright who dominated the literary life of Restoration England to such a point that the period came to be known in literary circles as the Age of Dryden. Walter Scott called him "Glorious John."[1] He was made Poet Laureate in 1667. Kind Regards Jim Clark All rights are reserved on this video recording copyright Jim Clark 2012- published: 31 Dec 2013
1 min 48 sec
Hidden Flame by John Dryden
This touching little poem by Dryden is presumably another manifestation of 'the love that ...
published: 31 Dec 2013
Hidden Flame by John Dryden
Hidden Flame by John Dryden
This touching little poem by Dryden is presumably another manifestation of 'the love that dare not speak its name.' I have no idea of the circumstances nor who the unnamed loved one was. Anyone have any ideas on this? The music is Vivaldi's Dresden Concerto in A.- published: 31 Dec 2013
7 min 15 sec
Alexander's Feast by John Dryden
"Alexander's Feast" by John Dryden
Paintings by Pellegrini, Le Brun, Heemskerck, Rembrand...
published: 31 Dec 2013
Alexander's Feast by John Dryden
Alexander's Feast by John Dryden
"Alexander's Feast" by John Dryden Paintings by Pellegrini, Le Brun, Heemskerck, Rembrandt, Drolling, Poussin, Blanchard, Cades Detail from Alexander Mosaic "Like" us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/WhyPoetryMatters Link to the text: http://andromeda.rutgers.edu/~jlynch/Texts/alexander.html- published: 31 Dec 2013
5 min 27 sec
Kathy Burchill with John Dryden
Tango / Rumbe Medley [08 26 2012]
John Dryden
International Dance Teachers Association...
published: 31 Dec 2013
Kathy Burchill with John Dryden
Kathy Burchill with John Dryden
Tango / Rumbe Medley [08 26 2012] John Dryden International Dance Teachers Association GB Ballroom Dancers Federation USA Professional Skaters Association USA registered with National Dance Council of America Championship adjudicator OB scrutineer Dryden Dance Center http://www.drydendance.com/ info@drydendance.com- published: 31 Dec 2013
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John Dryden: To the Memory of Mr Oldham
This recording was made at the request of a friend in Australia.
To the Memory of Mr Oldh...
published: 31 Dec 2013
John Dryden: To the Memory of Mr Oldham
John Dryden: To the Memory of Mr Oldham
This recording was made at the request of a friend in Australia. To the Memory of Mr Oldham John Dryden Farewell, too little, and too lately known, Whom I began to think and call my own: For sure our souls were near allied, and thine Cast in the same poetic mold with mine. One common note on either lyre did strike, And knaves and fools we both abhorred alike. To the same goal did both our studies drive; The last set out the soonest did arrive. Thus Nisus fell upon the slippery place, While his young friend performed and won the race. O early ripe! to thy abundant store What could advancing age have added more? It might (what nature never gives the young) Have taught the numbers of thy native tongue. But satire needs not those, and wit will shine Through the harsh cadence of a rugged line: A noble error, and but seldom made, When poets are by too much force betrayed. Thy generous fruits, though gathered ere their prime, Still showed a quickness, and maturing time But mellows what we write to the dull sweets of rhyme. Once more, hail and farewell; farewell, thou young, But ah too short, Marcellus of our tongue; Thy brows with ivy, and with laurels bound; But fate and gloomy night encompass thee around.- published: 31 Dec 2013
2 min 8 sec
John Dryden - To The Memory Of Mr. Oldham
To The Memory Of Mr. Oldham
by John Dryden (1631-1700)
Farewell, too little and too latel...
published: 31 Dec 2013
John Dryden - To The Memory Of Mr. Oldham
John Dryden - To The Memory Of Mr. Oldham
To The Memory Of Mr. Oldham by John Dryden (1631-1700) Farewell, too little and too lately known, Whom I began to think and call my own; For sure our souls were near allied, and thine Cast in the same poetic mould with mine. One common note on either lyre did strike, And knaves and fools we both abhorred alike. To the same goal did both our studies drive, The last set out the soonest did arrive. Thus Nisus fell upon the slippery place, While his young friend performed and won the race. O early ripe! to thy abundant store What could advancing age have added more? It might (what Nature never gives the young) Have taught the numbers of thy native tongue. But satire needs not those, and wit will shine Through the harsh cadence of a rugged line. A noble error, and but seldom made, When poets are by too much force betrayed. Thy generous fruits, though gathered ere their prime, Still showed a quickness; and maturing time But mellows what we write to the dull sweets of rhyme. Once more, hail and farewell! farewell, thou young, But ah too short, Marcellus of our tongue! Thy brows with ivy and with laurels bound; But fate and gloomy night encompass thee around.- published: 31 Dec 2013
