Immerse yourself in the timeless mastery of Johann Sebastian Bach with the album "Bach: Cantatas BWV 6, 41 & 68." This collection, originally released in 1996 and reissued by naïve classique, showcases three of Bach's most profound sacred cantatas, each a testament to his unparalleled compositional genius. The album spans a little over an hour, featuring 17 tracks that blend intricate choral works with solo arias, recitatives, and chorales, all performed with the elegance and precision that Bach's music demands.
The cantatas included are BWV 6, composed for Easter Monday, BWV 41 for New Year's Day, and BWV 68 for the Second Day of Pentecost. Each cantata is a journey through Bach's religious and musical devotion, with pieces that range from the jubilant to the contemplative. The performances are graced by renowned vocalists and instrumentalists, bringing to life the rich textures and emotional depth of Bach's scores.
This album is not just a compilation but a comprehensive exploration of Bach's sacred works, highlighting his ability to convey spiritual themes through music. The inclusion of the violoncello piccolo in several pieces adds a unique dimension to the performances, showcasing Bach's innovative use of instruments. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Bach's works, this album offers a profound and enriching listening experience.
Tracks
Cantata for New Year's Day, BWV 41: No. 1, Chorus "Jesu, nun sei gepreiset"Johann Sebastian Bach, Ensemble Baroque De Limoges, Christophe Coin, Accentus
Cantata for New Year's Day, BWV 41: No. 2, Aria for Soprano, 3 Oboes and Continuo "Lass uns, o höchster Gott, das Jahr vollbringen"Johann Sebastian Bach, Ensemble Baroque De Limoges, Christophe Coin, Barbara Schlick
Cantata for New Year's Day, BWV 41: No. 3, Recitative for Alto and Continuo "Ach! deine Hand, dein Segen muss allein"Johann Sebastian Bach, Ensemble Baroque De Limoges, Christophe Coin, Andreas Scholl
Cantata for New Year's Day, BWV 41: No. 4, Aria for Tenore, Violoncello Piccolo and Continuo "Wo ferne du den edlen Frieden"Johann Sebastian Bach, Ensemble Baroque De Limoges, Christophe Coin, Christoph Prégardien
Cantata for New Year's Day, BWV 41: No. 5, Recitative for Bass, Chorus and Continuo "Doch weil der Feind bei Tag und Nacht"Johann Sebastian Bach, Ensemble Baroque De Limoges, Christophe Coin, Gotthold Schwarz
Cantata for New Year's Day, BWV 41: No. 6, Chorale for Chorus and Orchestra "Dein ist allein die Ehre"Johann Sebastian Bach, Ensemble Baroque De Limoges, Christophe Coin, Accentus
Cantata for Easter Monday, BWV 6: No. 1, Chorus "Bleib bei uns, denn es will Abend werden"Johann Sebastian Bach, Ensemble Baroque De Limoges, Christophe Coin, Accentus
Cantata for Easter Monday, BWV 6: No. 2, Aria for Alto, Oboe da caccia and Continuo "Hochgelobter Gottessohn"Johann Sebastian Bach, Ensemble Baroque De Limoges, Christophe Coin, Andreas Scholl
Cantata for Easter Monday, BWV 6: No. 3, Chorale for Soprano, Violoncello Piccolo and Continuo "Ach bleib bei uns, Herr Jesu Christ"Johann Sebastian Bach, Ensemble Baroque De Limoges, Christophe Coin, Barbara Schlick
Cantata for Easter Monday, BWV 6: No. 4, Recitative for Bass and Continuo "Es hat die Dunkelheit"Johann Sebastian Bach, Ensemble Baroque De Limoges, Christophe Coin, Gotthold Schwarz
Cantata for Easter Monday, BWV 6: No. 5, Aria for Tenore, Strings and Continuo "Jesu, lass uns auf dich sehen"Johann Sebastian Bach, Ensemble Baroque De Limoges, Christophe Coin, Christoph Prégardien
Cantata for Easter Monday, BWV 6: No. 6, Chorale for Chorus and Orchestra "Beweis dein Macht, Herr Jesu Christ"Johann Sebastian Bach, Ensemble Baroque De Limoges, Christophe Coin, Accentus
Cantata for Second Day of Pentecost, BWV 68: No. 1, Chorus "Also hat Gott die Welt geliebt"Johann Sebastian Bach, Ensemble Baroque De Limoges, Christophe Coin, Accentus
Cantata for Second Day of Pentecost, BWV 68: No. 2, Aria for Soprano, Violin, Violoncello Piccolo and Continuo "Mein gläubiges Herze"Johann Sebastian Bach, Ensemble Baroque De Limoges, Christophe Coin, Barbara Schlick
Cantata for Second Day of Pentecost, BWV 68: No. 3, Recitative for Bass and Continuo "Ich bin mit Petro nicht vermessen"Johann Sebastian Bach, Ensemble Baroque De Limoges, Christophe Coin, Gotthold Schwarz
Cantata for Second Day of Pentecost, BWV 68: No. 4, Aria for Bass, 2 Oboes, Taille and Continuo "Du bist geboren mir zugute"Johann Sebastian Bach, Ensemble Baroque De Limoges, Christophe Coin, Gotthold Schwarz
Cantata for Second Day of Pentecost, BWV 68: No. 5, Chorus "Wer an ihn gläubet, der wird nicht gerichtet"Johann Sebastian Bach, Ensemble Baroque De Limoges, Christophe Coin, Accentus
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