Emmanuelle Haïm, the renowned French conductor and harpsichordist, presents a captivating exploration of Baroque masterpieces with her 2007 album, "Handel: Dixit Dominus & Bach: Magnificat." This album, released under the Warner Classics label, is a testament to Haïm's exceptional musical prowess and her ability to breathe new life into classical compositions.
The album is a journey through two monumental works: Johann Sebastian Bach's "Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243" and George Frideric Handel's "Dixit Dominus, HWV 232." Each piece is performed with precision and passion, showcasing the intricate beauty of Baroque music. The "Magnificat," a Latin hymn of praise, is divided into twelve movements, each offering a unique blend of choral and solo performances. Handel's "Dixit Dominus," a setting of Psalm 110, is presented in eight movements, highlighting the dramatic and lyrical qualities of Handel's composition.
With a total duration of 56 minutes, this album is a concise yet comprehensive collection that offers a deep dive into the works of two of the most influential composers in Western classical music. Emmanuelle Haïm and her ensemble, Le Concert d'Astrée, deliver a performance that is both technically impressive and emotionally resonant. The album is a must-listen for fans of Baroque music and those seeking to explore the rich tapestry of classical compositions.
Tracks
Bach, JS: Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: I. Chorus. "Magnificat anima mea Dominum"Johann Sebastian Bach, Emmanuelle Haïm, Le Choeur du Concert d'Astrée, Le Concert d'Astrée
Bach, JS: Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: II. Aria. "Et exsultavit spiritus meus in Deo"Johann Sebastian Bach, Emmanuelle Haïm, Karine Deshayes, Le Concert d'Astrée
Bach, JS: Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: III. Aria. "Quia respexit humilitatem"Johann Sebastian Bach, Emmanuelle Haïm, Le Concert d'Astrée
Bach, JS: Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: IV. Chorus. "Omnes generationes"Johann Sebastian Bach, Emmanuelle Haïm, Le Choeur du Concert d'Astrée, Le Concert d'Astrée
Bach, JS: Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: V. Aria. "Quia fecit mihi magna"Johann Sebastian Bach, Emmanuelle Haïm, Laurent Naouri, Le Concert d'Astrée
Bach, JS: Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: VI. Duet. "Et misericordia"Johann Sebastian Bach, Emmanuelle Haïm, Le Concert d'Astrée, Philippe Jaroussky, Toby Spence
Bach, JS: Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: VII. Chorus. "Fecit potentiam in brachio suo"Johann Sebastian Bach, Emmanuelle Haïm, Le Choeur du Concert d'Astrée
Bach, JS: Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: VIII. Aria. "Deposuit potentes de sede"Johann Sebastian Bach, Emmanuelle Haïm, Toby Spence, Le Concert d'Astrée
Bach, JS: Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: IX. Aria. "Esurientes implevit bonis"Johann Sebastian Bach, Emmanuelle Haïm, Le Concert d'Astrée
Bach, JS: Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: X. Terzetto. "Suscepit Israel puerum suum"Johann Sebastian Bach, Emmanuelle Haïm, Karine Deshayes, Le Concert d'Astrée
Bach, JS: Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: XI. Chorus. "Sicut locutus est ad patres nostros"Johann Sebastian Bach, Emmanuelle Haïm, Le Choeur du Concert d'Astrée, Le Concert d'Astrée
Bach, JS: Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: XII. Chorus. "Gloria Patri, gloria filio"Johann Sebastian Bach, Emmanuelle Haïm, Le Choeur du Concert d'Astrée, Le Concert d'Astrée
Handel: Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: I. Dixit Dominus, Domino meoGeorge Frideric Handel, Emmanuelle Haïm, Karine Deshayes, Le Choeur d'Astrée, Natalie Dessay, Le Concert d'Astrée
Handel: Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: II. Virgam virtutis tuaeGeorge Frideric Handel, Emmanuelle Haïm, Le Concert d'Astrée
Handel: Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: III. Tecum principiumGeorge Frideric Handel, Emmanuelle Haïm, Le Concert d'Astrée
Handel: Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: IV. Juravit DominusGeorge Frideric Handel, Emmanuelle Haïm, Le Concert d'Astrée
Handel: Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: V. Secundum ordinem MelchisedechGeorge Frideric Handel, Emmanuelle Haïm, Le Concert d'Astrée
Handel: Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: VI. Dominus a dextris tuisGeorge Frideric Handel, Emmanuelle Haïm, Karine Deshayes, Laurent Naouri, Le Concert d'Astrée, Toby Spence
Handel: Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: VII. De torrente in via bibetGeorge Frideric Handel, Emmanuelle Haïm, Karine Deshayes, Le Concert d'Astrée, Natalie Dessay
Handel: Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: VIII. Gloria Patri et FilioGeorge Frideric Handel, Emmanuelle Haïm, Le Concert d'Astrée
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