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01. "Ach bleib bei uns, Herr Jesu Christ" 02. "Die Furcht des Herren" 03. "Ich danke dir Gott" 04. "Herr, der K?nig freuet sich" 05. "Herr, wende dich und sei mir gn?dig" Christ lag in Todesbanden, BWV 4 06. "I. Sinfonia" 07. "II. Christ lag in Todesbanden" 08. "III. Den Tod niemand zwingen kunnt" 09. "IV. Jesus Christus, Gottes Sohn" 10. "V. Es war ein wunderlicher Krieg" 11. "VI. Hie ist das rechte Osterlamm" 12. "VII. So feiern wir das hohe Fest" 13. "VIII. Wie essen und wir leben wohl" 14. "Es erhub sich ein Streit"
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 | Description: | Kantaten by Various, released 7 June 2019.
This version of Kantaten comes as a 1xCD. - LIONEL MEUNIER/VOX LUMINISHaving recorded the complete motets composed by the ancestors of Johann Sebastian Bach, Vox Luminis now tackles their complete spiritual concerts and sacred cantatas, in which the instruments - particularly the strings - play a highly important role. In the cantata for the Feast of St Michael the Archangel by Johann Christoph Bach, trumpets and drums are enlisted to evoke the battle of the archangels in heaven. To round off this programme, Vox Luminis presents the cantata Christ lag in Todesbanden by Johann Sebastian Bach, in it's original version dating from his Arnstadt period, containing copious elements linking it to the music of his forebears. Vox Luminis is a Belgian early music ensemble created in 2004 by it's artistic director Lionel Meunier. Today, the ensemble performs over 60 concerts a year, appearing on stages in Belgium, across Europe and around the world. The size and composition of the group depends on the repertoire being performed but the core of soloists, mostly from the Royal Conservatory of the Hague, is joined by a continuo and additional (orchestral) instrument performers. It's repertoire is essentially Italian, English and German and spans from the 16th to the 18th century.The CD "Kantaten der Bach-Familie" by Lionel Meunier and Vox Luminis, released by Ricercar, presents a captivating journey through the cantatas composed by various members of the illustrious Bach family. This recording brings together works not only from Johann Sebastian Bach but also from his talented relatives such as Johann Christoph and Johann Michael Bach, offering listeners a rich tapestry of Baroque choral music. The ensemble Vox Luminis, under the direction of Lionel Meunier, is renowned for its clarity of sound and expressive interpretations that breathe new life into these masterpieces. Their performances have been celebrated worldwide for their emotional depth and technical excellence.
Vox Luminis has established itself as one of the leading vocal ensembles in early music since its founding in 2004. Led by Belgian bass Lionel Meunier, they have received numerous awards including Gramophone?s Recording of the Year (2012) and multiple Diapason d?Or accolades. Their discography spans significant sacred works from composers like Schütz to Purcell, always marked by meticulous attention to historical detail.
Ricercar is a distinguished label specializing in early music recordings with an emphasis on authenticity and scholarly research. Founded in Belgium in 1980, Ricercar has played a pivotal role in reviving interest in lesser-known repertoire while maintaining high production standards that appeal to both connoisseurs and newcomers alike. |  | Manufacturer No.: |
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