Immerse yourself in the profound and sacred compositions of Antonio Caldara with this captivating album, released on July 26, 2000, under the Naxos label. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 3 minutes, this collection offers a rich tapestry of religious music that showcases Caldara's mastery of the Baroque style.
The album opens with Caldara's Sinfonia No. 6 in G minor, an arrangement of the oratorio sinfonia "San Elena al Calvario," setting the stage for the deeply moving "Stabat Mater." This sequence of twelve tracks delves into the sorrow and devotion of the Virgin Mary at the crucifixion of Jesus, each movement more poignant than the last. Caldara's intricate compositions and expressive melodies bring a sense of solemnity and reverence to these timeless texts.
Following the "Stabat Mater," the album presents Caldara's Sinfonia No. 10 in E Minor, derived from the oratorio sinfonia "Gioseffo, che interpreta i sogni." This symphony's dramatic and evocative themes lead into the "Missa Dolorosa," a six-movement Mass that echoes the sorrowful themes of the "Stabat Mater." Each section of the Mass, from the "Kyrie" to the "Agnus Dei," is imbued with a deep sense of devotion and musical richness.
Throughout the album, Caldara's skillful orchestration and profound understanding of sacred music create an atmosphere of contemplation and spiritual reflection. This collection is a testament to Caldara's enduring legacy as a composer of profound religious works, offering listeners a deeply moving and spiritually uplifting experience.
Tracks
Sinfonia No. 6 in G minor (arrangement of oratorio sinfonia San Elena al Calvario): Sant' Elena al Calvario: Introduzione, "Sinfonia No. 6 in G Minor"Antonio Caldara, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: I. Stabat Mater dolorosaAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: II. Cujus animam gementemAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: III. Quis est homeAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: IV. Sancta MaterAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: V. Tui nati vulneratiAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: VI. Fac me tecumAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: VII. Juxta crucemAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: VIII. Virgo virginumAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: IX. Fac, ut portemAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: X. Flammis ne urar succensusAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: XI. Christe, cum sit hinc exireAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: XII. Fac ut animae donaturAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Sinfonia No. 10 in E Minor (arrangement of oratorio sinfonia Gioseffo, che interpreta i sogni): Gioseffo che interpreta i sogni: Introduzione, "Sinfonia No. 10 in E Minor"Antonio Caldara, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Missa Dolorosa: I. KyrieAntonio Caldara, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Missa Dolorosa: II. GloriaAntonio Caldara, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Missa Dolorosa: III. CredoAntonio Caldara, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Missa Dolorosa: IV. SanctusAntonio Caldara, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Missa Dolorosa: V. BenedictusAntonio Caldara, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Missa Dolorosa: VI. Agnus DeiAntonio Caldara, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
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