Dive into the enchanting world of early Baroque music with Howard Arman's latest release, "Angelus ad Pastores - Weihnachtsgeschichte," out now on BR-Klassik. This captivating album, spanning just over 42 minutes, is a unique blend of requiem and choral genres, offering a fresh perspective on the timeless Christmas story.
Howard Arman, a renowned figure in the world of early music, masterfully conducts an ensemble of talented musicians through a collection of pieces by composers such as Johann Hermann Schein, Nicolaus Zangius, and Melchior Vulpius. The album is centered around the apocryphal revelation of James, a narrative that brings a new dimension to the familiar Christmas tale.
"Angelus ad Pastores - Weihnachtsgeschichte" is not just a collection of songs; it's an immersive journey through the sounds and stories of the past. The album opens with "Die Botschaft" (The Message) and takes you through various episodes of the Christmas story, from "Der Streit" (The Dispute) to "Der Kindermord" (The Massacre of the Innocents). Each track is a testament to the rich musical heritage of the Baroque era, with Arman's expert interpretation bringing out the best in each piece.
The album's standout tracks include "Veni redemptor gentium" by Johann Schein, a powerful anthem that sets the tone for the rest of the album, and "Da pacem Domine in diebus nostris" by an anonymous composer, a hauntingly beautiful piece that brings a sense of tranquility amidst the drama.
With its rich historical context and stunning musical performances, "Angelus ad Pastores - Weihnachtsgeschichte" is a must-listen for anyone interested in early music or the Christmas story. Howard Arman's expert direction and the ensemble's passionate performances make this album a standout release in the choral and requiem genres.
Tracks
Weihnachtsgeschichte nach der apokryphen Offenbarung des Jakobus: I. Die BotschaftHoward Arman, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Béla Szerényi jr., Christof Hartkopf, Merit Ostermann, Gabriele Weinfurter
Johann Schein: Veni redemptor genti: II. Veni redemptor gentiumJohann Hermann Schein, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Howard Arman, Hans-Jörg Profanter, Csaba Wagner, Lukas Gassner, Max Hanft
Weihnachtsgeschichte nach der apokryphen Offenbarung des Jakobus: III. Der StreitHoward Arman, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Béla Szerényi jr., Christof Hartkopf, Andreas Hirtreiter, Nikolaus Pfannkuch, Merit Ostermann
Johann Hermann Schein: Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, Vers 1 - 2: IV. Johann Hermann Schein: Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, Vers 1 - 2Johann Hermann Schein, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Howard Arman, Hans-Jörg Profanter, Csaba Wagner, Lukas Gassner, Max Hanft
Weihnachtsgeschichte nach der apokryphen Offenbarung des Jakobus: V. Der TraumHoward Arman, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Béla Szerényi jr., Christof Hartkopf, Taro Takagi, Timo Janzen
Johann Hermann Schein: Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, Vers 1 - 2: VI. Johann Hermann Schein: Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, Vers 3Johann Hermann Schein, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Howard Arman, Hans-Jörg Profanter, Csaba Wagner, Lukas Gassner, Max Hanft, Marije Grevink, Christiane Hörr
Weihnachtsgeschichte nach der apokryphen Offenbarung des Jakobus: VII. Die ReiseHoward Arman, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Béla Szerényi jr., Christof Hartkopf, Andreas Hirtreiter, Nikolaus Pfannkuch, Merit Ostermann
Nicolaus Zangius: Angelus ad pastores: VIII. Nicolaus Zangius: Angelus ad pastoresNicolaus Zangius, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Howard Arman, Hans-Jörg Profanter, Csaba Wagner, Lukas Gassner, Max Hanft, Marije Grevink, Christiane Hörr
Johann Hermann Schein: Nun komm der Heiden Heiland, Vers 7: IX. Johann Hermann Schein: Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, Vers 7Johann Hermann Schein, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Howard Arman
Weihnachtsgeschichte nach der apokryphen Offenbarung des Jakobus: X. Der ZeitstillstandHoward Arman, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Andreas Hirtreiter, Nikolaus Pfannkuch
Hiermonymus Praetorius: Angelus ad pastores: XI. Hiermonymus Praetorius: Angelus ad pastoresHieronymus Praetorius, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Howard Arman, Hans-Jörg Profanter, Csaba Wagner, Lukas Gassner, Max Hanft, Marije Grevink, Christiane Hörr
Weihnachtsgeschichte nach der apokryphen Offenbarung des Jakobus: XII. Die HebammeHoward Arman, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Béla Szerényi jr., Christof Hartkopf, Andreas Hirtreiter, Nikolaus Pfannkuch
Hans Leo Hassler: Angelus ad pastores: XIII. Hans Leo Hassler: Angelus ad pastoresHans Leo Hassler, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Howard Arman, Hans-Jörg Profanter, Csaba Wagner, Lukas Gassner, Max Hanft, Marije Grevink, Christiane Hörr
Weihnachtsgeschichte nach der apokryphen Offenbarung des Jakobus: XIV. Die HoehleHoward Arman, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Béla Szerényi jr., Christof Hartkopf, Kerstin Rosenfeldt, Ruth Volpert
Melchior Vulpius: Angelus ad pastores: XV. Melchior Vulpius: Angelus ad pastoresMelchior Vulpius, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Howard Arman, Hans-Jörg Profanter, Csaba Wagner, Lukas Gassner, Max Hanft, Marije Grevink, Christiane Hörr
Weihnachtsgeschichte nach der apokryphen Offenbarung des Jakobus: XVI. Die MagierHoward Arman, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Béla Szerényi jr., Christof Hartkopf, Q-Won Han, Andrew Lepri Meyer, Christopher Dollins, Andreas Burkhart
Anonymus: Da pacem Domine in diebus nostris: XVII. Anonymus: Da pacem Domine in diebus nostrisAnonymous, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Howard Arman
Weihnachtsgeschichte nach der apokryphen Offenbarung des Jakobus: XVIII. Der KindermordHoward Arman, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Christof Hartkopf, Benedikt Weiß
Johann Hermann Schein: Verleih uns Frieden gnaediglich: XIX. Johann Hermann Schein: Verleih uns Frieden gnaediglichJohann Hermann Schein, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Howard Arman, Hans-Jörg Profanter, Csaba Wagner, Lukas Gassner, Max Hanft
Hieronymus Praetorius:. Agnus Dei super Angelus ad pastores: XX. Hieronymus Praetorius:. Agnus Dei super Angelus ad pastoresHieronymus Praetorius, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Howard Arman, Max Hanft
Anonymus: Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland: XXI. Anonymus: Nun komm, der Heiden HeilandAnonymous, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Howard Arman
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