Dive into the lesser-known treasures of Ludwig van Beethoven's compositional genius with "Beethoven: Unknown Masterworks, Vol. 4." Released on December 6, 2019, under the Berlin Classics label, this album offers a captivating exploration of Beethoven's early and mid-period works, showcasing his profound musical depth and innovation.
The centerpiece of this collection is the dramatic oratorio "Christus am Ölberge, Op. 85," a powerful narrative of Christ's agony in the Garden of Gethsemane. This work is a testament to Beethoven's ability to convey intense emotion and spiritual depth through music. The album also features the serene and contemplative "Meeresstille und glückliche Fahrt, Op. 112," inspired by Goethe's poems, and the poignant "Opferlied, Op. 121b," a song of sacrifice and devotion.
With a duration of 1 hour and 10 minutes, this album is a journey through Beethoven's diverse musical landscapes, from the intimate and reflective to the grand and triumphant. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Beethoven's works, this collection offers a unique opportunity to discover the lesser-known masterpieces of one of history's most influential composers.
Tracks
Christus am Ölberge, Op. 85: Introduction. Grave - AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Helmut Koch
Christus am Ölberge, Op. 85: Rezitativ: "Jehovah, du mein Vater" (Tenor)Ludwig van Beethoven, Jozsef Reti, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Helmut Koch
Christus am Ölberge, Op. 85: Arie: "Meine Seele ist erschüttert" (Tenor)Ludwig van Beethoven, Jozsef Reti, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Helmut Koch
Christus am Ölberge, Op. 85: Rezitativ: "Erzittre, Erde!" (Sopran)Ludwig van Beethoven, Sylvia Geszty, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Helmut Koch
Christus am Ölberge, Op. 85: Arie: "Preist des Erlösers Güte" (Sopran)Ludwig van Beethoven, Sylvia Geszty, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Helmut Koch
Christus am Ölberge, Op. 85: Chor: "O Heil euch, ihr Erlösten" (Sopran)Ludwig van Beethoven, Sylvia Geszty, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Helmut Koch, Rundfunkchor Berlin
Christus am Ölberge, Op. 85: Rezitativ: "Verkündet, Seraph, mir dein Mund" (Tenor, Sopran)Ludwig van Beethoven, Jozsef Reti, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Helmut Koch
Christus am Ölberge, Op. 85: Duett: "So ruhe denn" (Tenor, Sopran)Ludwig van Beethoven, Jozsef Reti, Sylvia Geszty, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Helmut Koch
Christus am Ölberge, Op. 85: Rezitativ: "Willkommen, Tod!" (Tenor)Ludwig van Beethoven, Jozsef Reti, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Helmut Koch
Christus am Ölberge, Op. 85: Chor: "Wir haben ihn gesehen"Ludwig van Beethoven, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Helmut Koch, Rundfunkchor Berlin
Christus am Ölberge, Op. 85: Rezitativ: "Die mich zu fangen ausgezogen" (Tenor)Ludwig van Beethoven, Jozsef Reti, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Helmut Koch
Christus am Ölberge, Op. 85: Chor: "Hier ist er"Ludwig van Beethoven, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Helmut Koch, Rundfunkchor Berlin
Christus am Ölberge, Op. 85: Rezitativ: "Nicht ungestraft" (Bass, Tenor)Ludwig van Beethoven, Jozsef Reti, Hermann Christian Polster, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Helmut Koch
Christus am Ölberge, Op. 85: Trio: "In meinen Adern wühlen" (Bass, Tenor, Sopran)Ludwig van Beethoven, Jozsef Reti, Sylvia Geszty, Hermann Christian Polster, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Helmut Koch
Christus am Ölberge, Op. 85: Chor: "Welten singen Dank und Ehre" - Chor: "Preiset ihn, ihr Engelchöre"Ludwig van Beethoven, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Helmut Koch, Rundfunkchor Berlin
"Es ist vollbracht", WoO 97Ludwig van Beethoven, Siegfried Vogel, Staatsopernchor Berlin, Staatskapelle Berlin, Arthur Apelt
Meeresstille und glückliche Fahrt, Op. 112Ludwig van Beethoven, Helmut Koch, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Rundfunkchor Berlin
Opferlied, Op. 121bLudwig van Beethoven, Ingeborg Springer, Helmut Koch, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Rundfunkchor Berlin
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