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Playing Elizabeth's Tune

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A devout Catholic, William Byrd nevertheless survived the reign of the Protestant Elizabeth I, going on to become arguably England's greatest composer. Music specialists discuss Byrd's life, while the Tallis Scholars perform his Mass for Four Voices.

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The Tallis Scholars
Source: Radio Times

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