Immerse yourself in the sacred and serene world of Sigfrid Karg-Elert's choral music with this captivating album, released on January 1, 2008, by the Genuin label. This collection showcases the profound compositions of Karg-Elert, a German composer known for his intricate and expressive works. The album spans a diverse range of pieces, from the contemplative "Vom Himmel hoch, Op. 82, No. 2" to the solemn "Requiem aeternam, Op. 109," offering a rich tapestry of Gregorian chant-inspired choral music. Recorded in the acoustically splendid Verden Cathedral, Germany, in October 2008, the album captures the ethereal beauty and spiritual depth of Karg-Elert's compositions. With a total playing time of 78 minutes and 43 seconds, this album is a testament to the enduring legacy of Sigfrid Karg-Elert and his contributions to the choral music repertoire. Whether you are a longtime admirer of Gregorian chant or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises a deeply moving and enriching listening experience.
Tracks
Vom Himmel hoch, Op. 82, No. 2Sigfrid Karg-Elert, Gesine Adler, Jan Bredehorst, Maximilian Hofmann, Oscar Didt, Simon Jacobs, Edwin Ilg, Stefan Engels, GewandhausChor, Leipzig Vocal Consort, Gregor Meyer
Die Grablegung Christi, Op. 84: I. Vorspiel and ChoralSigfrid Karg-Elert, Gesine Adler, Karsten Müller, Robert Matthes, Stefan Engels, GewandhausChor, Leipzig Vocal Consort, Gregor Meyer
Die Grablegung Christi, Op. 84: II. Rezitativ und AriosoSigfrid Karg-Elert, Gesine Adler, Karsten Müller, Robert Matthes, Stefan Engels, GewandhausChor, Leipzig Vocal Consort, Gregor Meyer
Die Grablegung Christi, Op. 84: III. ChorSigfrid Karg-Elert, Gesine Adler, Karsten Müller, Robert Matthes, Stefan Engels, GewandhausChor, Leipzig Vocal Consort, Gregor Meyer
Wir danken dir, Herr Jesu ChristSigfrid Karg-Elert, GewandhausChor, Leipzig Vocal Consort, Gregor Meyer
Sanctus, Op. 48Sigfrid Karg-Elert, Edwin Ilg, Stefan Engels
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