Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Baroque masterpieces with Dame Janet Baker's "Bach & Handel: Solo Cantatas & Vocal Works." This exquisite compilation, released on Warner Classics in 2001, showcases the incomparable artistry of one of the most celebrated mezzo-sopranos of the 20th century. Spanning over two and a half hours, this double album is a testament to Baker's unparalleled vocal prowess and her deep connection to the music of Johann Sebastian Bach and George Frideric Handel.
The album features a stunning array of solo cantatas and vocal works, including iconic pieces such as Bach's "Ich habe genug," "Komm, du süße Todesstunde," and "Es ist vollbracht," as well as Handel's "Ah, crudel! nel pianto mio" and "Armida abbandonata." Each track is a masterclass in vocal expression, showcasing Baker's ability to convey profound emotion and technical brilliance.
Accompanied by esteemed conductors and ensembles, including Sir Neville Marriner and the Academy of St Martin in the Fields, Baker's performances are nothing short of transcendent. The album's meticulous production and remastering ensure that every note is rendered with crystal clarity, allowing the listener to fully appreciate the intricacies of these Baroque gems.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of Baroque music, "Bach & Handel: Solo Cantatas & Vocal Works" is a must-listen. It offers a profound and enriching experience, highlighting the enduring legacy of these composers and the unmatched artistry of Dame Janet Baker.
Tracks
Bach, JS: Ich habe genug, BWV 82: No. 1, Aria. "Ich habe genug"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Bath Festival Orchestra, Yehudi Menuhin
Bach, JS: Ich habe genug, BWV 82: No. 2, Rezitativ. "Ich habe genug"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Bath Festival Orchestra, Yehudi Menuhin
Bach, JS: Ich habe genug, BWV 82: No. 3, Aria. "Schlummert ein, ihr matten Augen"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Bath Festival Orchestra, Yehudi Menuhin
Bach, JS: Ich habe genug, BWV 82: No. 4, Rezitativ. "Mein Gott! Wenn kömmt das schöne: Nun!"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Bath Festival Orchestra, Yehudi Menuhin
Bach, JS: Ich habe genug, BWV 82: No. 5, Aria. "Ich freue mich auf meinen Tod"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Bath Festival Orchestra, Yehudi Menuhin
Bach, JS: Gott soll allein mein Herze haben, BWV 169: No. 1, SinfoniaJohann Sebastian Bach, Yehudi Menuhin, Bath Festival Orchestra
Bach, JS: Gott soll allein mein Herze haben, BWV 169: No. 2, Ariaso und Rezitativ. "Gott soll allein mein Herze haben"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Bath Festival Orchestra, Yehudi Menuhin
Bach, JS: Gott soll allein mein Herze haben, BWV 169: No. 3, Aria. "Gott soll allein mein Herze haben"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Bath Festival Orchestra, Yehudi Menuhin
Bach, JS: Gott soll allein mein Herze haben, BWV 169: No. 4, Rezitativ. "Was ist die Liebe Gottes"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Bath Festival Orchestra, Yehudi Menuhin
Bach, JS: Gott soll allein mein Herze haben, BWV 169: No. 5, Aria. "Stirb in mir"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Bath Festival Orchestra, Yehudi Menuhin
Bach, JS: Gott soll allein mein Herze haben, BWV 169: No. 6, Rezitativ. "Doch meint es auch dabei"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Bath Festival Orchestra, Yehudi Menuhin
Bach, JS: Gott soll allein mein Herze haben, BWV 169: No. 7, Choral. "Du süße Liebe, schenk' uns deine Gunst"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Bath Festival Orchestra, Yehudi Menuhin, Ambrosian Singers
Bach, JS: Weihnachtsoratorium, BWV 248, Pt. 1: No. 4, Aria. "Bereite dich, Zion, mit zärtlichen Trieben"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Bach, JS: Singet dem Herrn ein neues Lied, BWV 190: No. 3, Aria. "Lobe, Zion, deinen Gott"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Bach, JS: Gelobet sei der Herr, mein Gott, BWV 129: No. 4, Aria. "Gelobet sei der Herr, mein Gott, der ewig lebet"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Bach, JS: O ewiges Feuer, o Ursprung der Liebe, BWV 34: No. 3, Aria. "Wohl euch, ihr auserwählten Seelen"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Bach, JS: Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: II. Aria. "Et exsultavit spiritus meus in Deo"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner, Nicholas Kraemer
Bach, JS: Lobet Gott in seinen Reichen, BWV 11 "Himmelfahrtsoratorium": No. 4, Aria. "Ach, bleibe doch, mein liebstes Leben“Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner, Nicholas Kraemer
Stölzel: Bist du bei mir (Formerly Attributed to Johann Sebastian Bach as BWV 508) [Arr. Connah for Voice and Orchestra]Gottfried Heinrich Stölzel, Janet Baker, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Bach, JS: Johannes-Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 2: No. 30, Aria. "Es ist vollbracht"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Bach, JS: Bleib bei uns, denn es will Abend werden, BWV 6: No. 2, Aria. "Hochgelobter Gottessohn"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Bach, JS: Komm, du süsse Todesstunde, BWV 161: No. 1, Aria. "Komm, du süße Todesstunde"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Bach, JS: Easter Oratorio, BWV 249: No. 9, Aria. "Saget, saget mir geschwinde"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Handel: Ah, crudel! nel pianto mio, HWV 78: SonataGeorge Frideric Handel, Janet Baker, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
Handel: Ah, crudel! nel pianto mio, HWV 78: Aria. "Ah! crudel, mel pianto mio"George Frideric Handel, Janet Baker, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
Handel: Ah, crudel! nel pianto mio, HWV 78: Recitativo. "Non sdegnerai d'amar"George Frideric Handel, Janet Baker, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
Handel: Ah, crudel! nel pianto mio, HWV 78: Aria. "Di quel bel che il ciel ti diede"George Frideric Handel, Janet Baker, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
Handel: Ah, crudel! nel pianto mio, HWV 78: Accompagnato. "Balena il cielo" - Recitativo. "Cosi, del tuo spierato genio"George Frideric Handel, Janet Baker, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
Handel: Ah, crudel! nel pianto mio, HWV 78: Aria. "Per trofei di mia costanza"George Frideric Handel, Janet Baker, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
Handel: Armida abbandonata, HWV 105: Recitativo. "Dietro l'orme fugaci"George Frideric Handel, Janet Baker, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
Handel: Armida abbandonata, HWV 105: Aria. "Ah crudele! E pur ten' vai"George Frideric Handel, Janet Baker, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
Handel: Armida abbandonata, HWV 105: Recitativo. "Per te mi struggo"George Frideric Handel, Janet Baker, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
Handel: Armida abbandonata, HWV 105: Aria. "Venti, fermate"George Frideric Handel, Janet Baker, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
Handel: Armida abbandonata, HWV 105: Recitativo. "Ma che parlo, che dico?"George Frideric Handel, Janet Baker, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
Handel: Armida abbandonata, HWV 105: Siciliana. "In tanti affanni miei"George Frideric Handel, Janet Baker, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
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