Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Baroque music with Georg Philipp Telemann's "Perpetuum mobile," a captivating collection of cantatas and chamber music released in 2004. This album, spanning over an hour and fourteen minutes, showcases Telemann's mastery of composition, blending sacred and secular themes with his signature elegance and dynamism.
The album opens with the deeply moving cantata "Hier ist mein Herz, geliebter Jesu," a heartfelt offering to the divine, followed by the lively and intricate "Concerto à 4." Telemann's penchant for contrast is evident in the shift from the reflective "Weiche Lust und Fröhlichkeit" to the spirited "Concerto à 4" in A minor. The album also features the dramatic and introspective "Ach Herr, strafe mich nicht," a powerful exploration of human frailty and divine mercy.
A standout piece is the "Ouverture-Suite" in D major, with its iconic "Perpetuum mobile" movement, a testament to Telemann's ability to create music that is both technically challenging and irresistibly engaging. The suite's blend of dance movements, from the stately Sarabande to the lively Bourrée and Menuet, offers a delightful journey through the musical styles of the Baroque era.
Performed by the renowned Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble and Han Tol, this album is a celebration of Telemann's enduring legacy. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the Baroque genre, "Perpetuum mobile" promises a rewarding listening experience, filled with moments of profound beauty, intricate craftsmanship, and pure musical joy.
Tracks
Hier ist mein Herz, geliebter Jesu, TWV. 1:795: I. Hier ist mein Herz, geliebter JesuGeorg Philipp Telemann, Dorothee Mields, Benoit Haller, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Hier ist mein Herz, geliebter Jesu, TWV. 1:795: II. Ich war ein SklavenkindGeorg Philipp Telemann, Dorothee Mields, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Hier ist mein Herz, geliebter Jesu, TWV. 1:795: III. Wollten doch die Augen brechenGeorg Philipp Telemann, Dorothee Mields, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Hier ist mein Herz, geliebter Jesu, TWV. 1:795: IV. Indessen leg ich mich vor deine FüßeGeorg Philipp Telemann, Benoit Haller, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Hier ist mein Herz, geliebter Jesu, TWV. 1:795: V. Du willst ein Opfer habenGeorg Philipp Telemann, Benoit Haller, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Hier ist mein Herz, geliebter Jesu, TWV. 1:795: VI. So nimm mein Opfer hinGeorg Philipp Telemann, Dorothee Mields, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Hier ist mein Herz, geliebter Jesu, TWV. 1:795: VII. Ach mein GottGeorg Philipp Telemann, Dorothee Mields, Benoit Haller, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Concerto à 4, TWV 43:G4: I. AllegroGeorg Philipp Telemann, Han Tol, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble
Concerto à 4, TWV 43:G4: II. AdagioGeorg Philipp Telemann, Han Tol, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble
Concerto à 4, TWV 43:G4: III. AllegroGeorg Philipp Telemann, Han Tol, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble
Weiche Lust und Fröhlichkeit, TWV 1:1536: I. Weiche, Lust und FröhlichkeitGeorg Philipp Telemann, Dorothee Mields, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Weiche Lust und Fröhlichkeit, TWV 1:1536: II. Bedenk, o Mensch!Georg Philipp Telemann, Dorothee Mields, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Weiche Lust und Fröhlichkeit, TWV 1:1536: III. Um uns Verfluchet zu erlösenGeorg Philipp Telemann, Dorothee Mields, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Weiche Lust und Fröhlichkeit, TWV 1:1536: IV. Bedenk hiernächst sein treues LiebenGeorg Philipp Telemann, Dorothee Mields, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Weiche Lust und Fröhlichkeit, TWV 1:1536: V. Herz und Seele sind erfreutGeorg Philipp Telemann, Dorothee Mields, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Concerto à 4, TWV 43:a3: I. AdagioGeorg Philipp Telemann, Han Tol, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble
Concerto à 4, TWV 43:a3: II. AllegroGeorg Philipp Telemann, Han Tol, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble
Concerto à 4, TWV 43:a3: III. AdagioGeorg Philipp Telemann, Han Tol, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble
Concerto à 4, TWV 43:a3: IV. VivaceGeorg Philipp Telemann, Han Tol, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble
Ach Herr, strafe mich nicht, TWV 7:2: I. Ach Herr, strafe mich nichtGeorg Philipp Telemann, Benoit Haller, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Ach Herr, strafe mich nicht, TWV 7:2: II. Herr, sei mir gnädigGeorg Philipp Telemann, Benoit Haller, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Ach Herr, strafe mich nicht, TWV 7:2: III. Wende dich, HerrGeorg Philipp Telemann, Benoit Haller, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Ach Herr, strafe mich nicht, TWV 7:2: IV. Denn im Tode gedenkt manGeorg Philipp Telemann, Benoit Haller, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Ach Herr, strafe mich nicht, TWV 7:2: V. Ich bin so müde vom SeufzenGeorg Philipp Telemann, Benoit Haller, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Ach Herr, strafe mich nicht, TWV 7:2: VI. Weichet von mir, ihr ÜbeltäterGeorg Philipp Telemann, Benoit Haller, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Ach Herr, strafe mich nicht, TWV 7:2: VII. Es müssen alle meine FeindeGeorg Philipp Telemann, Benoit Haller, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Ouverture-Suite, TWV 55:D12: I. OuvertureGeorg Philipp Telemann, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Ouverture-Suite, TWV 55:D12: II. Perpetuum mobileGeorg Philipp Telemann, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Ouverture-Suite, TWV 55:D12: III. SarabandeGeorg Philipp Telemann, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Ouverture-Suite, TWV 55:D12: IV. BourréeGeorg Philipp Telemann, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Ouverture-Suite, TWV 55:D12: V. Menuet I & IIGeorg Philipp Telemann, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Ouverture-Suite, TWV 55:D12: VI. TourbillonGeorg Philipp Telemann, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
Ouverture-Suite, TWV 55:D12: VII. GigueGeorg Philipp Telemann, Balthasar-Neumann-Ensemble, Han Tol
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