Andrew Lawrence-King is recognised as one of Europe's leading early music a… Read Full Bio ↴Andrew Lawrence-King is recognised as one of Europe's leading early music artists, leader of The Harp Consort and the rising new star of the baroque scene as conductor 'from the continuo' of orchestras, choirs and staged operas.

His musical career began as Head Chorister at the Cathedral & Parish Church of St Peter Port, Guernsey. He won an Organ Scholarship to Selwyn College, Cambridge and subsequently studied Voice and Continuo at the London Early Music Centre, where his teachers included Emma Kirkby, Roger Norrington and Nigel Rogers.

He took up the harp quite by chance, and in the absence of a modern school of baroque harp-playing, taught himself to play, using period treatises and iconography. He quickly established himself in London, performing and recording with nearly all the leading specialist ensembles: he has made over 100 recordings of music ranging from Troubadour lyrics (with Paul Hillier for ECM) to new music for early harp (John Paul Jones' 'Amores Pasados' with The Harp Consort for DHM) and including two accounts of the Handel Harp Concerto - with The Sixteen, and with Andrew Parrott's Taverner Players.

After six years as harpist and keyboard player with the baroque ensemble Tragicomedia, for whom he created many musical arrangements and concert programmes, most recently a recording of Anna Magdalena Bach's 'Notenbuch', Andrew Lawrence-King formed his own ensemble, THE HARP CONSORT in 1994. Taking its inspiration from the original 17th century 'Consorte' created by Charles I, The Harp Consort is a mixed vocal and instrumental ensemble that brings together world-class soloists in various line-ups, according to the repertoire being performed.

The Harp Consort's combination of detailed historical research with the dramatic spontaneity of improvised performance won them instant critical acclaim. Their debut recording, Ribayaz's 17th century collection of dance music from Spain, Italy, South America and Africa, 'Luz y Norte' forms the basis of a baroque stage show of improvised music and dance. Luz y Norte toured America for the first time in 1996, and will be given at Australia's Brisbane Festival and in the Sydney Opera House in 97.

Andrew Lawrence-King's schedule for performances - solo, with The Harp Consort and as a guest conductor - takes him this season to Italy, Spain, Germany, France, Scandinavia and Japan. The Harp Consort have two US tours as well as a busy recording schedule, turning their attention now also to medieval music. DHM has recently released their second CD, CAROLAN'S HARP: dances, airs and laments by Turlough O'Carolan, "the chief musician of all Ireland".

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Andrew Lawrence-King Lyrics

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总是在一瞬间就感觉你
多么的一闪一闪
我多想知道你
为什么要别离
自从开始遗忘之后
我就一直封闭自己的心
麻痹掉自己忘记
自己都不愿意

想起
喔哦
对你爱比恨多一点
你从不知道我
为什么离开
一个人选择了生活在
很远很远没有你的未来
对你爱比恨多一点
你从不知道我
为什么离开
一个人选择了生活在
很远很远没有你的未来
喔哦
自从开始遗忘之后
我就一直封闭自己的心
麻痹掉自己忘记
自己都不愿意
想起
喔哦
对你爱比恨多一点
你从不知道我
为什么离开
一个人选择了生活在
很远很远没有你的未来
对你爱比恨多一点
你从不知道我
为什么离开
一个人选择了生活在
很远很远没有你的未来
喔哦
爱不是我想要的恨
恨却是预料不到的
爱与恨之间
选择了一点点
哦
对你爱比恨多一点
你从不知道我
为什么离开
一个人选择了生活在
很远很远没有你的未来
对你爱比恨多一点
你从不知道我
为什么离开

一个人选择了生活在
很远很远很远没有你的未来

Overall Meaning

These lyrics tell a story of a deep emotional connection between two people, and the hurt and confusion that arises from their separation. The opening lines express a sense of instant connection and admiration for the other person, describing them as a shining presence. The singer expresses a longing to understand why they had to part ways, and how they have become closed off and numb since then. They have chosen to forget the pain and memories associated with the separation, and even find it difficult to remember their own desires and feelings.

The chorus repeats the sentiment that the singer's love for the other person outweighs any feelings of hatred or resentment. The person they love remains unaware of why the singer left and chose a future without them. Despite this distance and absence, the singer's love continues to be stronger than any negative emotions. The repetition of the chorus illustrates the lingering questions and unresolved emotions surrounding the decision to leave.

The bridge introduces an unexpected twist, contrasting the singer's desire for love with the unexpected presence of hatred. The singer acknowledges that love and hate coexist and suggests that they have chosen a little bit of both. This ambiguity reflects the complexity of their emotions and the difficult choices they have made.

Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of longing, confusion, and unresolved emotions in the aftermath of a separation. The singer is grappling with their own feelings and the consequences of their decision, all while still harboring a deep love for the person they have left behind.

Line by Line Meaning

总是在一瞬间就感觉你
I always feel you in a single moment

多么的一闪一闪
How you flicker and flash

我多想知道你
I long to know you

为什么要别离
Why did you choose to part

自从开始遗忘之后
Ever since the forgetting began

我就一直封闭自己的心
I have kept my heart closed

麻痹掉自己忘记
Numbing myself to forget

自己都不愿意
Even unwilling to remember

想起
Recalling

喔哦
Oh

对你爱比恨多一点
Love for you outweighs the hate