Immerse yourself in the profound and moving world of Reinhard Keiser's "St Mark Passion," a masterful interpretation of the traditional Passion narrative. This album, released on January 1, 1999, under the Decca (UMO) label, offers a captivating journey through the final hours of Jesus Christ, as recounted in the Gospel of Mark.
Comprising 50 tracks, the "St Mark Passion" is a rich tapestry of chorales, recitatives, arias, and choruses, each contributing to the overarching narrative. The album's duration of 1 hour and 11 minutes ensures a comprehensive and engaging experience, allowing listeners to fully appreciate the depth and complexity of Keiser's composition.
Reinhard Keiser, a renowned figure in the world of classical music, brings his unique vision to this timeless story. His work is characterized by a deep emotional resonance and a keen attention to detail, qualities that are abundantly evident in this recording. The "St Mark Passion" is not just a retelling of a biblical account; it is a powerful exploration of faith, suffering, and redemption, rendered in some of the most beautiful and haunting music ever composed.
Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of classical music or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a compelling and enriching experience. Keiser's masterful orchestration and the evocative performances of the artists involved make "St Mark Passion" a standout piece in the realm of sacred music.
Tracks
St Mark Passion: 1. Chorus: Geh, Jesu, geh zu deiner PeinJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 2. Recitative (Evangelist & Jesus): Und da sie den Lobgesang gesprochen hattenJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Timothy Mirfin, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 3. Chorale: Wach auf, O MenschJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 4. Recitative (Evangelist, Peter & Jesus): Petrus aber saget zu ihmJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Timothy Mirfin, Paul Thompson, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 5. Chorale: Ich, ich und meine SundenJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 6. Recitative (Evangelist & Jesus): Und sie kamen zu dem HofeJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Timothy Mirfin, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 7. Chorale: Betrubtes Herz sei wohlgemutJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 8. Recitative (Evangelist & Jesus): Und ging ein wenig furbassJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Timothy Mirfin, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 9. Chorale: Mach's mit mir, Gott, nach deiner Gut'Johann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 10. Recitative (Evangelist & Jesus): Und kam und fand sie schlafendJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Timothy Mirfin, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 11. Aria (soprano): Er kommtJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Ruth Gomme, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 12. Recitative (Evangelist & Jesus): Und alsbad, da er noch redetJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Timothy Mirfin, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 13. Aria (alto): Falsche WeltJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, William Towers, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 14. Recitative (Evangelist & Jesus): Die aber legten ihre Hande an ihnJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Timothy Mirfin, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 15. Chorale: Jesu ohne MissetatJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 16. Recitative (Evangelist): Und die Junge verliessen ihn alleJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 17: Chorale: Ich will hier bei dir stehenJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 18. Aria (tenor): Mein TrosterJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, James Gilchrist, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 19. Recitative (Evangelist): Und sie fuhreten JesumJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 20. Chorus: Wir haben gehoretJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 21. Recitative (Evangelist): Aber ihr ZuegnisJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 22. Chorale: Was Menschenkraft und Witz anfahtJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 23. Recitative (Evangelist & High Priest): Und der Hohepriester stund aufJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, William Towers, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 24. Chorale: Befiehl du deine WegeJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 25. Recitative (Evangelist, High Priest & Jesus): Da fraget ihn der HohepriesterJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Timothy Mirfin, William Towers, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 26. Chorus: Weissage uns!Johann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 27. Recitative (Evangelist): Und die Knechte schlugen ihnJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 28. Chorale: Du edles AngesichteJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 29. Recitative (Evangelist, Maid & Peter): Und Petrus war da niederJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Paul Thompson, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 30. Chorus: Wahrlich, du bist der einerJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 31. Recitative (Evangelist & Peter): Er aber fing an sich zu verfluchenJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Paul Thompson, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 32. Chorale: Herr, ich habe missgehandeltJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 33. Recitative (Evangelist, Pilate & Jesus): Und bald am MorgenJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Timothy Mirfin, Paul Thompson, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 34. Chorale: Mir hat die Welt truglich gerichtJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 35. Recitative (Evangelist & Pilate): Aber die HohenpriesterJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Paul Thompson, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 36. Chorus & Recitative (Evangelist & Pilate): Kreuzige ihn!Johann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Paul Thompson, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 37. Aria (soprano): Angenehmes Mord-Geschrei!Johann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Ruth Gomme, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 38. Recitative (Evangelist): Pilatus aber gedachteJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 39. Chorus: Gegrusset seist duJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 40. Recitative (Evangelist): Und schlugen ihm das HauptJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 41. Chorale: Man hat dich sehr hart verhohnetJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 42. Recitative (Evangelist): Und da sie ihn verspottet hattenJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 43. Chorale: Das Wort sie sollen lassenJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 44. Recitative (Evangelist): Und es war um die dritte StundeJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 45. Chorus: Pfui dich, wie fein zerbrichst du den TempelJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 46. Recitative (Evangelist): Desselbengleichen die HohenpriesterJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 47. Chorus: Er hat andern geholfenJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 48. Recitative (Evangelist): Und die mit ihm gekreuziget warenJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 49. Chorale (tenor): Sie stellen uns wie Ketzern nachJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
St Mark Passion: 50. Recitative (Evangelist): Und nach der sechsten StundeJohann Sebastian Bach, Reinhard Keiser, Jeremy Ovenden, Cambridge Baroque Camerata, Geoffrey Webber
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