Thomas Tallis / John Sheppard – Masses By Tallis & Sheppard (CD, 1993, Musical Heritage Society 513231H)

Why This CD Matters
This recording features Renaissance sacred masses by Thomas Tallis and John Sheppard performed by the St. John’s College Choir, Cambridge under George Guest. It represents a traditional English cathedral choir approach to early sacred polyphony with historically respected interpretations.

Collector Note
1984 US CD release on Musical Heritage Society, catalog number MHS 512311H. Early classical CD issue featuring English Renaissance choral repertoire with specialized collector appeal.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
CD: VG+ with light signs of normal handling
Case: VG with visible shelf wear and aging
Booklet: VG+ with light handling wear

Technical Details
Format: CD, Album
Label: Musical Heritage Society – MHS 512311H
Country: US
Released: 1984
Genre: Classical
Style: Renaissance, Choral

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Mass: Salve Intemerata
Gloria 5:49
Clarifica Me Pater, No. 1 (Organ) 1:53
Credo 7:08
Clarifica Me Pater, No. 2 (Organ) 1:35
Sanctus—Benedictus 6:39
Clarifica Me Pater, No. 3 (Organ) 2:00
Agnus Dei 6:20

Mass: The Western Wynd
Western Wynd: Cantus Firmus 0:50
Gloria 4:47
Credo 5:19
Sanctus—Benedictus 6:07
Agnus Dei 6:16

Motet: Verbum Caro Factum Est 8:48

Shipping & Handling
Cleaned with alcohol swabs.
Shipped in protective CD bags.
Cracked cases replaced before shipping.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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