Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of sacred choral music with Helmuth Rilling's latest masterpiece, "Paul Gerhardt - Die güldne Sonne - Die schönsten Choräle." This exquisite collection, set for release on September 20, 2024, under the haenssler CLASSIC label, celebrates the enduring legacy of Paul Gerhardt's hymns through the lens of Johann Sebastian Bach's profound compositions.
Spanning a concise yet powerful 57 minutes, this album features a meticulously curated selection of chorales and sacred songs, each performed with the unparalleled artistry of Helmuth Rilling and the renowned Stuttgarter Hymnus Choir. The tracklist includes beloved works such as "Nun danket all und bringet Ehr" from BWV 195, the stirring "O Haupt voll Blut und Wunden" from the St. Matthew Passion, and the joyous "Fröhlich soll mein Herze springen," among many others.
Helmuth Rilling, a name synonymous with choral excellence, brings his decades of experience and deep musical insight to this recording. His interpretations are marked by a profound understanding of Bach's sacred music and a commitment to capturing the essence of Gerhardt's poetic texts. The album is a testament to Rilling's ability to blend historical authenticity with contemporary relevance, making it a compelling listen for both seasoned Bach enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
The album's genres, choral and requiem, reflect the depth and solemnity of the music, yet within these genres, there is a wealth of variety. From the contemplative and introspective to the jubilant and celebratory, each piece offers a unique perspective on the human experience of faith and devotion. The performances are marked by clarity, precision, and a deep sense of reverence, ensuring that every note resonates with the listener.
"Paul Gerhardt - Die güldne Sonne - Die schönsten Choräle" is not just an album; it is a celebration of the enduring power of sacred music to inspire, comfort, and uplift. Whether you are seeking solace, inspiration, or simply a moment of quiet reflection, this collection offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Join Helmuth Rilling and the Stuttgarter Hymnus Choir on this journey through some of the most beloved chorales in the choral repertoire, and discover the timeless beauty of Paul Gerhardt's hymns as interpreted by one of the world's most respected conductors.
Tracks
Dem Gerechten muss das Licht, BWV 195: Chorale. Nun danket all und bringet Ehr (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Shihomi Inoue-Heller, Elisabeth Graf, Oly Pfaff, Andreas Schmidt, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn, Helmuth Rilling
Die güldne Sonne, BWV 451: Die guldne Sonne, BWV 451Johann Sebastian Bach, Sibylla Rubens, Michael Gross, Michael Behringer, Helmuth Rilling
Lobet den Herren alle, die ihn ehrenJohann Crüger, Stuttgarter Hymnus-Chorknaben, Gerhard Wilhelm
Liebster Jesu, mein Verlangen, BWV 32: Chorale. Mein Gott, offne mir die Pforten (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Arleen Auger, Walter Heldwein, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244: Chorale. Was mein Gott will, das gscheh allzeit (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Christiane Oelze, Ingeborg Danz, Michael Schade, Matthias Goerne, Thomas Quasthoff, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Sie werden euch in den Bann tun, BWV 183: Chorale. Du bist ein Geist, der lehret (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Arleen Auger, Júlia Hamari, Peter Schreier, Walter Heldwein, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Darzu ist erschienen der Sohn Gottes, BWV 40: Chorale. Schuttle deinen Kopf und sprich (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Verena Barbara Gohl, Adalbert Kraus, Siegmund Nimsgern, Figuralchor Der Gedächtniskirche Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244: Chorale. Befiehl du deine Wege (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Christiane Oelze, Ingeborg Danz, Michael Schade, Matthias Goerne, Thomas Quasthoff, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Nicht so traurig, nicht so sehr, BWV 489Johann Sebastian Bach, Stella Doufexis, Christoph Prégardien, Michael Gross, Michael Behringer, Helmuth Rilling
Es ist ein trotzig und verzagt Ding, BWV 176: Chorale. Auf dass wir also allzugleich (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Inga Nielsen, Carolyn Watkinson, Walter Heldwein, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244, Pt. III: Chorale. O Haupt voll Blut und WundenJohann Sebastian Bach, Christiane Oelze, Ingeborg Danz, Michael Schade, Matthias Goerne, Thomas Quasthoff, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244: Chorale. Ich will hier bei dir stehen (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Christiane Oelze, Ingeborg Danz, Michael Schade, Matthias Goerne, Thomas Quasthoff, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244: Chorale. Wenn ich einmal soll scheiden (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Christiane Oelze, Ingeborg Danz, Michael Schade, Matthias Goerne, Thomas Quasthoff, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
O Welt, sieh hier dein Leben, BWV 395: O Welt, ich muss dich Lassen, BWV 395Johann Sebastian Bach, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Auf, auf! Mein Herz, mit Freuden, BWV 441: Auf, auf! Mein Herz, mit Freuden: Sacred Song / Chorale setting, BWV 441Johann Sebastian Bach, Sibylla Rubens, Michael Behringer, Michael Gross, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Höchsterwünschtes Freudenfest, BWV 194: Chorale. Sprich Ja zu meinen Taten (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Judith Beckmann, Adalbert Kraus, Walter Heldwein, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Gib dich zufrieden und sei stille, BWV 315Johann Sebastian Bach, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Christmas Oratorio, BWV 248: Wie soll ich dich empfangenJohann Sebastian Bach, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Christmas Oratorio, BWV 248: Schaut hin, dort liegt im finstern StallJohann Sebastian Bach, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Christmas Oratorio, BWV 248: Wir singen dir in deinem HeerJohann Sebastian Bach, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Nun ruhen alle Wälder, BWV 756 - Nun ruhen alle Wälder, BWV 392Johann Sebastian Bach, Gerhard Gnann, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Christmas Oratorio, BWV 248: Ich steh an deiner Krippen hierJohann Sebastian Bach, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Nun lasst uns gehn und tretenNikolaus Selnecker, Solistenensemble, Das, Gerhard Schnitter
Geh aus, mein Herz, und suche FreudAugust Harder, Solistenensemble, Das, Gerhard Schnitter
Ist Gott fur michFriedrich Hanssler, Solistenensemble, Das, Gerhard Schnitter
Ich singe dir mit Herz und MundJohann Crüger, Solistenensemble, Das, Gerhard Schnitter
Fröhlich soll mein Herze springen: Frohlich soll mein Herze springenJohann Crüger, Solistenensemble, Das, Gerhard Schnitter
Warum sollt ich mich denn gramenJohann Georg Ebeling, Gerhard Schnitter, Solistenensemble, Das
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