Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johann Sebastian Bach's "Alto Arias," a captivating collection of solo arias that showcases the composer's unparalleled mastery of the Baroque era. Released on January 1, 2006, under the esteemed haenssler CLASSIC label, this album is a testament to Bach's enduring influence and the profound beauty of classical music.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 18 minutes, "Alto Arias" features a meticulously curated selection of arias from some of Bach's most renowned works, including the St. Matthew Passion (BWV 244) and the St. John Passion (BWV 245). The album is a rich tapestry of vocal artistry, with each aria highlighting the expressive range and technical brilliance of the alto voice.
From the hauntingly beautiful "Erbarme dich" from the St. Matthew Passion to the serene and uplifting "Erfreute Zeit im neuen Bunde," this album offers a diverse exploration of Bach's compositional genius. The arias are performed with exquisite precision and emotional depth, bringing to life the intricate melodies and harmonies that define Bach's unique style.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Alto Arias" provides a profound and enriching listening experience. It is a celebration of Bach's enduring legacy and a reminder of the timeless beauty of classical music.
Tracks
Geist und Seele wird verwirret, BWV 35: Aria. Geist und Seele wird verwirretJohann Sebastian Bach, Júlia Hamari, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Jesus schläft, was soll ich hoffen, BWV 81: Aria. Jesus schlaft, was soll ich hoffen?Johann Sebastian Bach, Júlia Hamari, Adalbert Kraus, Siegmund Nimsgern, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Mache dich, mein Geist, bereit, BWV 115: Aria. Ach schlafrige SeeleJohann Sebastian Bach, Arleen Auger, Helen Watts, Lutz-Michael Harder, Wolfgang Schöne, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Es ist euch gut, dass ich hingehe, BWV 108: Aria. Was mein Herz von dir begehrtJohann Sebastian Bach, Carolyn Watkinson, Peter Schreier, Philippe Huttenlocher, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Geist und Seele wird verwirret, BWV 35, Pt. I: Aria. Gott hat alles wohlgemachtJohann Sebastian Bach, Júlia Hamari, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Nimm was dein ist, und gehe hin, BWV 144: Aria. Murre nicht, lieber Christ (Alto)Johann Sebastian Bach, Arleen Auger, Helen Watts, Adalbert Kraus, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Er rufet seine Schafen mit Namen, BWV 175: Aria. Komm, leite michJohann Sebastian Bach, Carolyn Watkinson, Peter Schreier, Philippe Huttenlocher, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
St. Matthew Passion, Bwv 244: Aria. Erbarme dichJohann Sebastian Bach, Ingeborg Danz, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Gott soll allein mein Herze haben, BWV 169: Aria. Stirb in mir, Welt (Alto)Johann Sebastian Bach, Carolyn Watkinson, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn, Helmuth Rilling
Erfreute Zeit im neuen Bunde, BWV 83: Aria. Erfreute Zeit im neuen BundeJohann Sebastian Bach, Helen Watts, Adalbert Kraus, Walter Heldwein, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
St. John Passion, BWV 245: Pt. I: Aria. Von den Strikken meiner Sunden (Alto)Johann Sebastian Bach, Michael Schade, Matthias Goerne, Juliane Banse, Ingeborg Danz, James Taylor, Andreas Schmidt, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Du sollt Gott, deinen Herren, lieben, BWV 77: Aria. Ach, es bleibt in meiner Liebe (Alto)Johann Sebastian Bach, Helen Donath, Júlia Hamari, Adalbert Kraus, Wolfgang Schöne, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Es wartet alles auf dich, BWV 187: Aria. Du Herr, du kronst alleinJohann Sebastian Bach, Maria Friesenhausen, Hildegard Laurich, Wolfgang Schöne, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
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