Immerse yourself in the timeless masterpiece of Johann Sebastian Bach with his monumental "Mass in B Minor, BWV 232." Released in 2002 by Decca Music Group Ltd., this classical album is a profound exploration of Bach's religious and musical genius. Spanning over an hour and forty-two minutes, the album is a comprehensive journey through the sacred text of the Mass, showcasing Bach's intricate compositions and the depth of his spiritual expression.
The "Mass in B Minor" is a choral work of unparalleled beauty and complexity, featuring a full range of vocal and instrumental forces. The album opens with the haunting "Kyrie" and progresses through the "Gloria," "Credo," "Sanctus," "Benedictus," and "Agnus Dei," each section a testament to Bach's ability to convey the divine through music. The choral sections are interspersed with solos and duets, highlighting the individual voices that bring the text to life.
Bach's use of counterpoint and harmony in this work is nothing short of revolutionary, making it a cornerstone of classical music. The "Mass in B Minor" is not just a performance; it's a spiritual experience, a testament to Bach's enduring legacy. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a profound and moving exploration of one of the greatest works in the history of music.
Tracks
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Kyrie: I. Kyrie eleison (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Tokyo Opera Singers, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Kyrie: II. Christe eleison (Soprano I, II)Johann Sebastian Bach, Barbara Bonney, Angelika Kirchschlager, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Kyrie: III. Kyrie eleison (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Tokyo Opera Singers, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Gloria: I. Gloria in excelsis Deo (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Tokyo Opera Singers, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Gloria: II. Et in terra pax hominibus (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Tokyo Opera Singers, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Gloria: III. Laudamus te (Soprano II)Johann Sebastian Bach, Angelika Kirchschlager, Masuko Kudo Lesser, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Gloria: IV. Gratias agimus tibi (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Tokyo Opera Singers, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Gloria: V. Domine Deus (Soprano I, Tenor)Johann Sebastian Bach, Barbara Bonney, John Mark Ainsley, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Gloria: VI. Qui tollis peccata mundi (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Tokyo Opera Singers, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Gloria: VII. Qui sedes ad dexteram Patris (Alto)Johann Sebastian Bach, Angelika Kirchschlager, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Gloria: VIII. Quoniam tu solus sanctus (Bass)Johann Sebastian Bach, Alastair Miles, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Gloria: IX. Cum Sancto Spiritu (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Tokyo Opera Singers, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Credo: I. Credo in unum Deum (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Tokyo Opera Singers, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Credo: II. Patrem omnipotentem (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Tokyo Opera Singers, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Credo: III. Et in unum Dominum (Duet)Johann Sebastian Bach, Barbara Bonney, Angelika Kirchschlager, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Credo: IV. Et incarnatus est (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Tokyo Opera Singers, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Credo: V. Crucifixus etiam pro nobis (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Tokyo Opera Singers, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Credo: VI. Et resurrexit tertia die (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Tokyo Opera Singers, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Credo: VII. Et in Spiritum Sanctum (Aria)Johann Sebastian Bach, Alastair Miles, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Credo: VIII. Confiteor unum baptisma (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Tokyo Opera Singers, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Credo: IX. Et exspecto resurrectionem (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Tokyo Opera Singers, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Sanctus: I. Sanctus, Domine Deus (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Tokyo Opera Singers, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Sanctus: II. Osanna in excelsis (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Tokyo Opera Singers, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Benedictus: I. Benedictus qui venit (Tenor)Johann Sebastian Bach, John Mark Ainsley, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Benedictus: II. Osanna in excelsis (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Tokyo Opera Singers, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Agnus Dei: I. Agnus Dei (Aria)Johann Sebastian Bach, Angelika Kirchschlager, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Agnus Dei: II. Dona nobis pacem (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Tokyo Opera Singers, Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
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