Immerse yourself in the timeless brilliance of Johann Sebastian Bach with the release of "Bach: 'Meins Lebens Licht' Cantatas BWV 45-198 & Motet BWV 118." This exquisite collection, released on March 19, 2021, under the Phi label, showcases Bach's mastery of classical composition through a selection of his most profound cantatas and a motet. Spanning a concise yet impactful 58 minutes, the album features some of Bach's most revered works, including the Cantata in E Major "Es ist dir gesagt, Mensch, was gut ist," BWV 45, and the Cantata in B Minor "Laß, Fürstin, laß noch einen Strahl," BWV 198, along with the Motet in B-Flat Major "O Jesu Christ, mein's Lebens Licht," BWV 118. Each piece is a testament to Bach's unparalleled ability to blend intricate musical structures with deeply resonant themes, offering a rich tapestry of sound that continues to captivate audiences centuries after its creation. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to Bach's oeuvre, this album promises a profound and enriching listening experience.
Tracks
Cantata in E Major "Es ist dir gesagt, Mensch, was gut ist", BWV 45: Cantata in E Major "Es ist dir gesagt, Mensch, was gut ist", BWV 45: I. Coro "Es ist dir gesagt, Mensch, was gut ist"Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Vocale Gent, Philippe Herreweghe
Cantata in E Major "Es ist dir gesagt, Mensch, was gut ist", BWV 45: II. Recitativo "Der Höchste läßt mich seinen Willen wissen"Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Vocale Gent, Philippe Herreweghe, Thomas Hobbs
Cantata in E Major "Es ist dir gesagt, Mensch, was gut ist", BWV 45: III. Aria "Weiß ich Gottes Rechte"Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Vocale Gent, Philippe Herreweghe, Thomas Hobbs
Cantata in E Major "Es ist dir gesagt, Mensch, was gut ist", BWV 45: IV. Arioso "Es werden viele zu mir sagen an jenem Tage"Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Vocale Gent, Philippe Herreweghe, Peter Kooij
Cantata in E Major "Es ist dir gesagt, Mensch, was gut ist", BWV 45: V. Aria "Wer Gott bekennt"Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Vocale Gent, Philippe Herreweghe, Alex Potter
Cantata in E Major "Es ist dir gesagt, Mensch, was gut ist", BWV 45: VI. Recitativo "So wird denn Herz und mund"Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Vocale Gent, Philippe Herreweghe, Alex Potter
Cantata in E Major "Es ist dir gesagt, Mensch, was gut ist", BWV 45: VII. Choral "Gib, daß ich tu mit fleiß"Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Vocale Gent, Philippe Herreweghe
Motet in B-Flat Major "O Jesu Christ, mein's Lebens Licht", BWV 118Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Vocale Gent, Philippe Herreweghe
Cantata in B Minor "Laß, Fürstin, laß noch einen Strahl", BWV 198: I. Coro "Laß, Fürstin, laß noch einen Strahl"Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Vocale Gent, Philippe Herreweghe
Cantata in B Minor "Laß, Fürstin, laß noch einen Strahl", BWV 198: II. Recitativo "Dein Sachsen, dein bestürztes Meißen"Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Vocale Gent, Philippe Herreweghe, Dorothee Mields
Cantata in B Minor "Laß, Fürstin, laß noch einen Strahl", BWV 198: III. Aria "Verstummt, verstummt, ihr holden Saiten!"Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Vocale Gent, Philippe Herreweghe, Dorothee Mields
Cantata in B Minor "Laß, Fürstin, laß noch einen Strahl", BWV 198: IV. Recitativo "Der Glocken bebendes Getön"Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Vocale Gent, Philippe Herreweghe, Alex Potter
Cantata in B Minor "Laß, Fürstin, laß noch einen Strahl", BWV 198: V. Aria "Wie starb die Heldin so vergnügt!"Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Vocale Gent, Philippe Herreweghe, Alex Potter
Cantata in B Minor "Laß, Fürstin, laß noch einen Strahl", BWV 198: VI. Recitativo "Ihr Leben ließ die Kunst zu sterben"Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Vocale Gent, Philippe Herreweghe, Thomas Hobbs
Cantata in B Minor "Laß, Fürstin, laß noch einen Strahl", BWV 198: VII. Coro "An dir, du Fürbild großer Frauen"Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Vocale Gent, Philippe Herreweghe
Cantata in B Minor "Laß, Fürstin, laß noch einen Strahl", BWV 198: VIII. Aria "Der Ewigkeit saphirnes Haus"Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Vocale Gent, Philippe Herreweghe, Thomas Hobbs
Cantata in B Minor "Laß, Fürstin, laß noch einen Strahl", BWV 198: IX. "Recitativo Was Wunder ists? Du bist es wert"Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Vocale Gent, Philippe Herreweghe, Thomas Kooij
Cantata in B Minor "Laß, Fürstin, laß noch einen Strahl", BWV 198: X. Coro "Doch, Königin! du stirbest nicht"Johann Sebastian Bach, Collegium Vocale Gent, Philippe Herreweghe
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