Karl Richter - Bach: Christmas Cantatas - Münchener Bach-Chor Und -Orchester / Deutsche Grammophon Audio CD Stereo / 459 032-2
UPC 028945903224
Summary:
Karl Richter's Bach: Christmas Cantatas - A Festive Baroque Treat for Classical Music Lovers
If you're a fan of classical music and enjoy the intricate harmonies and melodic rhythms of the Baroque era, look no further than Karl Richter's Bach: Christmas Cantatas. This Deutsche Grammophon audio CD features three cantatas by the famous composer Johann Sebastian Bach, performed by the Münchener Bach-Chor und -Orchester under the direction of conductor Karl Richter.
The first cantata, Christen, Ätzet Diesen Tag BWV 63, is a beautiful tribute to the first day of Christmas. Featuring powerful solos from talented vocalists like Anna Reynolds, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, and Edith Mathis, this cantata is a joyous celebration of the holiday season. The second cantata, Sehet, Welch Eine Liebe Hat Uns Der Vater Erzeiget, BWV 64, is a moving tribute to the third day of Christmas. With its uplifting chorales and soaring arias, this cantata is sure to leave listeners feeling inspired and invigorated.
The final cantata, Ach Gott, Wie Manches Herzeleid, BWV 58, is a poignant reflection on the first Sunday in the New Year. With its mournful melodies and hauntingly beautiful vocals, this cantata is a reminder of the trials and tribulations that we face in life, but also of the strength and resilience that we can find within ourselves.
Overall, Karl Richter's Bach: Christmas Cantatas is a timeless classic that is sure to delight classical music lovers and Baroque enthusiasts alike. With its rich harmonies, exquisite melodies, and powerful vocals, this collection of cantatas is a festive treat that is perfect for the holiday season.
Karl Richter (15 October 1926 – 15 February 1981) was a German conductor, choirmaster, organist, and harpsichordist.
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Deutsche Grammophon – 459 032-2 |
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CD, Compilation, Stereo
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Europe |
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Classical |
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Baroque |
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Christen, Ätzet Diesen Tag BWV 63 (Cantata For The 1st Day Of Christmas = Kantate Zum 1. Weihnachtstag) (29:41)
Alto Vocals, Solo Vocal – Anna Reynolds
Bass Vocals, Solo Vocal – Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau
Basso Continuo, Bassoon – Karl Kolbinger
Double Bass – Herbert Luft
Oboe, Soloist – Manfred Clement
Soprano Vocals, Solo Vocal – Edith Mathis
Tenor Vocals, Solo Vocal – Peter Schreier
Trumpet [Trumpet III] – Werner Binder
Trumpet [Trumpet II] – Paul Lachenmeier
Trumpet [Trumpet IV] – Manfred Klette
Trumpet [Trumpet I] – Pierre Thibaud
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1. Chorus: "Christen, Ätzet Diesen Tag In Metail Und Marmorsteine"
Basso Continuo, Organ – Elmar Schloter
Basso Continuo, Violoncello – Johannes Fink (2)
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2. Recitative (Alto): "O Selger Tag! O Ungemeines Heite"
Basso Continuo, Organ – Hedwig Bilgram
Basso Continuo, Violoncello – Fritz Kiskalt
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3. Duet (Soprano, Bass) "Gott, Du Hast Es Wohl Gefüget"
Basso Continuo, Organ – Elmar Schloter
Basso Continuo, Violoncello – Johannes Fink (2)
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4. Recitative (Tenor): "So Kehret Sich Nun Heut"
Basso Continuo, Organ – Elmar Schloter
Basso Continuo, Violoncello – Johannes Fink (2)
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5. Duet (Alto, Tenor): "Ruft Und Fleht Den Himmel An"
Basso Continuo, Organ – Hedwig Bilgram
Basso Continuo, Violoncello – Fritz Kiskalt
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6. Recitative (Bass): "Verdoppelt Euch Demnach"
Basso Continuo, Organ – Elmar Schloter
Basso Continuo, Violoncello – Johannes Fink (2)
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7. Chorus: "Höchster, Schau In Gnade An"
Basso Continuo, Organ – Elmar Schloter
Basso Continuo, Violoncello – Johannes Fink (2)
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Sehet, Welch Eine Liebe Hat Uns Der Vater Erzeiget, BWV 64 (Cantata For The 3rd Day Of Christmas = Kantate Zum 3. Weihnachtstag) (20:12)
Alto Vocals, Solo Vocal – Anna Reynolds
Bass Vocals, Solo Vocal – Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau
Basso Continuo, Bassoon – Karl Kolbinger
Basso Continuo, Double Bass – Herbert Luft
Oboe d'Amore, Soloist – Manfred Clement
Soprano Vocals, Solo Vocal – Edith Mathis
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1. Chorus" Sehet, Welch Eine Liebe Hat Uns Der Vater Erzeiget"
Basso Continuo, Organ – Elmar Schloter
Basso Continuo, Violoncello – Johannes Fink (2)
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2. Chorale: "Das Hat Er Alles Uns Getan"
Basso Continuo, Organ – Elmar Schloter
Basso Continuo, Violoncello – Johannes Fink (2)
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3. Recitative (Alto): "Geh, Welt! Behalte Nur Das Deine"
Basso Continuo, Organ – Hedwig Bilgram
Basso Continuo, Violoncello – Fritz Kiskalt
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4. Chorale: "Was Frag Ich Nach Der Welt"
Basso Continuo, Organ – Elmar Schloter
Basso Continuo, Violoncello – Johannes Fink (2)
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5. Aria (Soprano): "Was Die Welt In Sich Hält"
Basso Continuo, Organ – Elmar Schloter
Basso Continuo, Violoncello – Fritz Kiskalt
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6. Recitative (Bass): "Der Himmel Bleibet Mir Gewiss"
Basso Continuo, Organ – Elmar Schloter
Basso Continuo, Violoncello – Johannes Fink (2)
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7. Aria (Alto): "Von Der Welt Verlang Ich Nichts"
Basso Continuo, Organ – Hedwig Bilgram
Basso Continuo, Violoncello – Fritz Kiskalt
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8. Chorale: "Gute Nacht, O Wesen"
Basso Continuo, Organ – Elmar Schloter
Basso Continuo, Violoncello – Johannes Fink (2)
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Ach Gott, Wie Manches Herzeleid, BWV 58 (Canata For The 1st Sunday In The New Year = Kantate Zum. 1 Sonntag Nach Neujahr) (14:16)
Bass Vocals, Solo Vocal – Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau
Basso Continuo, Double Bass – Herbert Luft*
Basso Continuo, Organ – Elmar Schloter
Basso Continuo, Violoncello – Fritz Kiskalt
Soprano Vocals, Solo Vocal – Sheila Armstrong
Violin, Soloist – Gerhart Hetzel
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1. Duet Chorale (Soprano) And Aria (Bass): "Ach Gott, Wie Manches Herzeleid" / "Nur Geduld, Mein Herze" |
5:00 |
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2. Recitative (Bass): "Verfolgt Dich Gleich Die Arge Welt" |
1:40 |
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3. Aria (Soprano): "Ich Bin Vergnügt Um Meinem Leiden" |
3:51 |
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4. Recitative (Soprano): "Kann Es Die Welt Nicht Lassen" |
1:19 |
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5. Duet: Chorale (Soprano) And Aria (Bass): "Ich Hab Für Mir Ein Schwere Reis" / "Nur Getrost, Ihr Herzen" |
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- Art Direction – Fred Münzmaier
- Choir – Münchener Bach-Chor
- Composed By – Johann Sebastian Bach
- Conductor – Karl Richter
- Cover, Photography – Siegfried Lauterwasser
- Cover, Photography By – Werner Neumeister
- Engineer [Tonmeister = Balance Engineer] – Hans-Peter Schweigmann
- Liner Notes [German] – Karl Schumann
- Liner Notes [Traducción] – Paulino Capdepón
- Liner Notes [Traduction] – Christian Hinzelin
- Liner Notes [Traduzione] – Gabriele Cervone
- Liner Notes [Translation] – Stewart Spencer
- Orchestra – Münchener Bach-Orchester
- Photography By [Booklet] – Siegfried Lauterwasser, Werner Neumeister
- Producer – Hansjoachim Reiser (tracks: 1 to 15), Rainer Brock
