Immerse yourself in the sacred and historic sounds of Jan Dismas Zelenka's early masterpieces with this captivating album. "Zelenka Missa Sanctae Caeciliae" presents two of the composer's earliest works, both of which are world premiere recordings. The album opens with Zelenka's first composition after joining the court in Dresden, the Missa Sanctae Caeciliae (ZWV 1). This mass, dedicated to Saint Cecilia, the patron saint of music, showcases Zelenka's early prowess in sacred music composition, reflecting his transition from a double bass player to a esteemed composer at the Catholic court.
Complementing the mass is the motet Currite ad aras (ZWV 166), composed during Zelenka's studies in Vienna with Johann Joseph Fux. This brief yet powerful work adds depth to the album, offering a glimpse into Zelenka's evolving style and his engagement with the musical traditions of his time. The album features the Prague Baroque Soloists, known for their authentic and expressive performances of Baroque music. With detailed programme notes provided by Nibiru, this recording offers both novice and seasoned enthusiasts of Baroque music a rich and enlightening listening experience. The album spans 52 minutes, providing a concise yet comprehensive exploration of Zelenka's early sacred works.
Tracks
Missa Sanctae Caeciliae, ZWV 1: Kyrie EleisonJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Missa Sanctae Caeciliae, ZWV 1: Gloria in excelsis DeoJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Missa Sanctae Caeciliae, ZWV 1: Laudamus teJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Missa Sanctae Caeciliae, ZWV 1: Gratias agimus tibiJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Missa Sanctae Caeciliae, ZWV 1: Qui tollisJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Missa Sanctae Caeciliae, ZWV 1: Qui tollis, suscipeJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Missa Sanctae Caeciliae, ZWV 1: Quoniam tu solus SanctusJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Missa Sanctae Caeciliae, ZWV 1: Cum Sancto SpirituJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Missa Sanctae Caeciliae, ZWV 1: Credo in unum DeumJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Missa Sanctae Caeciliae, ZWV 1: Qui propter nos hominesJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Missa Sanctae Caeciliae, ZWV 1: Et incarnatusJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Missa Sanctae Caeciliae, ZWV 1: CrucifixusJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Missa Sanctae Caeciliae, ZWV 1: Et resurrexitJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Missa Sanctae Caeciliae, ZWV 1: Et unam, sanctamJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Missa Sanctae Caeciliae, ZWV 1: Et vitam venturi saeculiJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Missa Sanctae Caeciliae, ZWV 1: SanctusJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Missa Sanctae Caeciliae, ZWV 1: BenedictusJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Missa Sanctae Caeciliae, ZWV 1: Agnus DeiJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Missa Sanctae Caeciliae, ZWV 1: Dona nobis pacemJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Currite ad aras, ZWV 166: Currite ad arasJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Currite ad aras, ZWV 166: Tu, qui es plenus SpiritusJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
Currite ad aras, ZWV 166: Fac peracta carnis vitaJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble Inégal, Adam Viktora
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