Immerse yourself in the profound and moving sounds of Johannes Brahms' masterpiece, "Ein deutsches Requiem," performed by the renowned Philharmonisches Staatsorchester Hamburg under the baton of Kent Nagano. This album, recorded live at the stunning Elbphilharmonie Hamburg in August 2022, offers a unique opportunity to experience the Bremen Version of Brahms' iconic work, meticulously reconstructed to reflect its 1868 premiere.
Spanning 13 tracks and over an hour and a half, this recording captures the essence of Brahms' requiem, a piece that transcends the traditional boundaries of the genre to offer a deeply personal and spiritual journey. The album also features arrangements of violin concertos by Bach and Schubert, as well as selections from Handel's "Messiah," all performed with the same level of artistry and precision that the Philharmonisches Staatsorchester Hamburg is known for.
The Philharmonisches Staatsorchester Hamburg, led by the esteemed conductor Kent Nagano, brings a wealth of experience and passion to this recording. Their performance is a testament to the power of music to comfort, inspire, and uplift, even in the face of life's most profound challenges. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Tracks
Ein deutsches Requiem, Op. 45 (Bremen Version): I. Selig sind, die da Leid tragenJohannes Brahms, Chor der KlangVerwaltung, Cappella Vocale Blankenese, Chor der Kantorei St. Nikolai, Franz-Schubert-Chor Hamburg, Hamburger Bachchor St. Petri, Jugendkantorei Volksdorf, Kammerchor Cantico, Vokalensemble conSonanz, Philharmonisches Staatsorchester Hamburg, Kent Nagano, Compagnia Vocale Hamburg
Ein deutsches Requiem, Op. 45 (Bremen Version): II. Denn alles Fleisch, es ist wie GrasJohannes Brahms, Chor der KlangVerwaltung, Cappella Vocale Blankenese, Chor der Kantorei St. Nikolai, Franz-Schubert-Chor Hamburg, Hamburger Bachchor St. Petri, Jugendkantorei Volksdorf, Kammerchor Cantico, Vokalensemble conSonanz, Philharmonisches Staatsorchester Hamburg, Kent Nagano, Compagnia Vocale Hamburg
Ein deutsches Requiem, Op. 45 (Bremen Version): III. Herr, lehre doch michJohannes Brahms, Jóhann Kristinsson, Chor der KlangVerwaltung, Cappella Vocale Blankenese, Chor der Kantorei St. Nikolai, Franz-Schubert-Chor Hamburg, Hamburger Bachchor St. Petri, Jugendkantorei Volksdorf, Kammerchor Cantico, Vokalensemble conSonanz, Philharmonisches Staatsorchester Hamburg, Kent Nagano, Compagnia Vocale Hamburg
Violin Concerto in A Minor, BWV 1041: II. Andante (Arr. for Violin and Organ by Thomas Emanuel Cornelius)Johann Sebastian Bach, Veronika Eberle, Thomas Emanuel Cornelius
Violin Concerto in B-Flat Major, D 120: II. Andante (Arr. for Violin and Organ by Thomas Emanuel Cornelius)Giuseppe Tartini, Veronika Eberle, Thomas Emanuel Cornelius
Abendlied, Op. 85, No. 12 (Arr. for Violin and Organ by Thomas Emanuel Cornelius and Joseph Joachim)Robert Schumann, Veronika Eberle, Thomas Emanuel Cornelius
Ein deutsches Requiem, Op. 45 (Bremen Version): IV. Wie lieblich sind Deine WohnungenJohannes Brahms, Chor der KlangVerwaltung, Cappella Vocale Blankenese, Chor der Kantorei St. Nikolai, Franz-Schubert-Chor Hamburg, Hamburger Bachchor St. Petri, Jugendkantorei Volksdorf, Kammerchor Cantico, Vokalensemble conSonanz, Philharmonisches Staatsorchester Hamburg, Kent Nagano, Compagnia Vocale Hamburg
Ein deutsches Requiem, Op. 45 (Bremen Version): VI. Denn wir haben hieJohannes Brahms, Jóhann Kristinsson, Chor der KlangVerwaltung, Cappella Vocale Blankenese, Chor der Kantorei St. Nikolai, Franz-Schubert-Chor Hamburg, Hamburger Bachchor St. Petri, Jugendkantorei Volksdorf, Kammerchor Cantico, Vokalensemble conSonanz, Philharmonisches Staatsorchester Hamburg, Kent Nagano, Compagnia Vocale Hamburg
Ein deutsches Requiem, Op. 45 (Bremen Version): VII. Selig sind die TotenJohannes Brahms, Chor der KlangVerwaltung, Cappella Vocale Blankenese, Chor der Kantorei St. Nikolai, Franz-Schubert-Chor Hamburg, Hamburger Bachchor St. Petri, Jugendkantorei Volksdorf, Kammerchor Cantico, Vokalensemble conSonanz, Philharmonisches Staatsorchester Hamburg, Kent Nagano, Compagnia Vocale Hamburg
St Matthew Passion, BWV 244: 39. Erbarme dichJohann Sebastian Bach, Kate Lindsey, Philharmonisches Staatsorchester Hamburg, Kent Nagano, Veronika Eberle
Der Messias: 16. Kommt her und seht das LammGeorge Frideric Handel, Chor der KlangVerwaltung, Cappella Vocale Blankenese, Chor der Kantorei St. Nikolai, Franz-Schubert-Chor Hamburg, Hamburger Bachchor St. Petri, Jugendkantorei Volksdorf, Kammerchor Cantico, Vokalensemble conSonanz, Philharmonisches Staatsorchester Hamburg, Kent Nagano, Compagnia Vocale Hamburg
Der Messias: 33. Ich weiß, dass mein Erlöser lebetGeorge Frideric Handel, Kate Lindsey, Philharmonisches Staatsorchester Hamburg, Kent Nagano
Der Messias: 32. HallelujaGeorge Frideric Handel, Chor der KlangVerwaltung, Cappella Vocale Blankenese, Chor der Kantorei St. Nikolai, Franz-Schubert-Chor Hamburg, Hamburger Bachchor St. Petri, Jugendkantorei Volksdorf, Kammerchor Cantico, Vokalensemble conSonanz, Philharmonisches Staatsorchester Hamburg, Kent Nagano, Compagnia Vocale Hamburg
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