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01. "Machet die Tore weit" 02. "Ehre sei Gott in der H?he" 03. "O bone Jesu, fili Mariae SWV 471" 04. "Alleluja! Freuet euch, ihr Christen alle" 05. "Freude, Freude, große Freude" 06. "Magnificat anima mea SWV 468" 07. "Es ist ein Ros entsprungen" Historia der freudenreichen Geburt Jesu Christi SWV 435 08. "Introduktion oder Eingang: Die geburt unsres Herren Jesu" 09. "Es begab sich aber" 10. "Fürchtet euch nicht" 11. "Und alsbald war dabei" 12. "Ehre sei Gott in der H?he" 13. "Und da die Engel" 14. "Lasset uns nun gehen" 15. "Und sie kamen eilend" 16. "Wo ist der neugeborne K?nig" 17. "Da das der K?nige herodes" 18. "Zu Bethlehem in Jüdischen Lande" 19. "Da berief Herodes" 20. "Ziehet hin und forschet fleißig" 21. "Als sie nun den K?nig geh?ret hatten" 22. "Stehe auf, Joseph" 23. "Und er stund auf" 24. "Stehe auf, Joseph" 25. "Un er stund auf" 26. "Beschluß: Dank sagen wir alle"
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Description: | Heinrich Schütz continued to set himself challenges throughout his long career. Of all the genres of sacred music that he undertook, the oratorio offers us his most contrasting ideas. His Historia der Geburt Jesu Christi (1664) is in many respects the model for the genre that would later be employed by the musicians of Johann Sebastian Bach's generation;; the score that Vox Luminis use for this recording has been reconstructed from manuscript sources in the Düben Collection in Uppsala. The album is completed with a number of particularly festive motets for the Christmas period by Heinrich Schütz and his illustrious contemporary Andreas Hammerschmidt.
- Heinrich Schutz continued to set himself challenges throughout his long career. Of all the genres of sacred music that he undertook, the oratorio offers us his most contrasting ideas. His Historia der Geburt Jesu Christi (1664) is in many respects the model for the genre that would later be employed by the musicians of Johann Sebastian Bach's generation; the score that Vox Luminis use for this recording has been reconstructed from manuscript sources in the Duben Collection in Uppsala. The album is completed with a number of particularly festive motets for the Christmas period by Heinrich Schutz and his illustrious contemporary Andreas Hammerschmidt."Schütz: Weihnachtshistorie" is a captivating CD release by Lionel Meunier and the acclaimed vocal ensemble Vox Luminis, presented by the renowned label Ricercar. This recording brings to life Heinrich Schütz?s masterful "Weihnachtshistorie," a cornerstone of early Baroque sacred music that narrates the Christmas story with emotional depth and vivid musical storytelling. The album showcases not only Schütz's expressive choral writing but also his innovative use of soloists and instrumental colors, making it an essential addition for lovers of historical performance.
Vox Luminis, under the direction of Lionel Meunier, has established itself as one of Europe?s leading ensembles specializing in Renaissance and Baroque repertoire. Their recordings have garnered numerous awards including Gramophone Awards and Diapason d?Ors, celebrated for their clarity, warmth, and stylistic authenticity. With this new interpretation of Schütz?s work, they continue to set benchmarks in historically informed performance.
Ricercar is a distinguished Belgian record label known for its dedication to early music. Since its founding in 1980, Ricercar has built a reputation for high-quality productions featuring both well-known masterpieces and rare gems from lesser-known composers. Their collaborations with top-tier artists like Vox Luminis ensure each release offers both artistic excellence and scholarly insight.
This CD invites listeners into the rich sound world of seventeenth-century Germany through exquisite performances that combine technical mastery with heartfelt expression?a must-have for fans of choral music or anyone seeking an authentic Christmas listening experience. |
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