Immerse yourself in the festive spirit with "Europa Cantat," a captivating album by the renowned German trumpeter and conductor Ludwig Güttler. Released on October 18, 2019, under the Berlin Classics label, this album is a celebration of Christmas music, featuring a blend of classical and sacred works that span over an hour and thirteen minutes.
Ludwig Güttler, known for his virtuosity on the Baroque trumpet and his profound musical insights, curates a collection that includes both well-known pieces and hidden gems. The album opens with the grandeur of "Intrada for Two Brass Choirs and Timpanis," setting the stage for a journey through sacred and festive compositions.
The album features live performances of works such as "Missa Salvatoris" and "Missa 'Alleluja' à 26," showcasing Güttler's mastery as a conductor and his ability to bring out the rich textures and harmonies of these choral pieces. The inclusion of works by Bach, Handel, and Vivaldi adds a touch of timeless elegance, while pieces like "Es ist ein Ros entsprungen" and "Unser Mund sei voll Lachens" bring a sense of warmth and joy.
Güttler's collaboration with the Vocalensemble Rastatt, Holger Speck, L'arpa festante, and Kay Johannsen results in a performance that is both technically impressive and emotionally resonant. The album is a testament to Güttler's dedication to preserving and promoting classical music, making it a perfect addition to any music lover's collection. Whether you're looking to enhance your holiday season or simply enjoy the beauty of classical music, "Europa Cantat" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Intrada for Two Brass Choirs and Timpanis - LivePietro Torri, Blechbläserensemble Ludwig Güttler, Ludwig Güttler
Missa Salvatoris: Kyrie - LivePavel Josef Vejvanovsky, Barbara Christina Steude, Annette Markert, Uwe Stickert, Andreas Scheibner, Sven Barnkoth, Johann Clemens, Sächsisches Vokalensemble, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
Missa Salvatoris: Gloria - LivePavel Josef Vejvanovsky, Barbara Christina Steude, Annette Markert, Uwe Stickert, Andreas Scheibner, Sven Barnkoth, Johann Clemens, Sächsisches Vokalensemble, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
Missa Salvatoris: Sanctus - LivePavel Josef Vejvanovsky, Barbara Christina Steude, Annette Markert, Uwe Stickert, Andreas Scheibner, Sven Barnkoth, Johann Clemens, Sächsisches Vokalensemble, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
"Es ist ein Ros entsprungen": Paduane - LiveWilliam Brade, Blechbläserensemble Ludwig Güttler, Ludwig Güttler
Lobt Gott, ihr Christen allzugleich, TWV 1 (Kantate): Lobt Gott, ihr Christen - ChorGeorg Philipp Telemann, Wolf Matthias Friedrich, Trompetenensamble Mathias Schmutzler, ARS Vocalis, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
Lobt Gott, ihr Christen allzugleich, TWV 1 (Kantate): Ich preise Dich - ArieGeorg Philipp Telemann, Trompetenensamble Mathias Schmutzler, ARS Vocalis, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
Lobt Gott, ihr Christen allzugleich, TWV 1 (Kantate): Was haben wir sonst - RezitativGeorg Philipp Telemann, Trompetenensamble Mathias Schmutzler, ARS Vocalis, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
Lobt Gott, ihr Christen allzugleich, TWV 1 (Kantate): Amen, Lob und Ehre - ChorGeorg Philipp Telemann, Trompetenensamble Mathias Schmutzler, ARS Vocalis, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
Lobt Gott, ihr Christen allzugleich, TWV 1 (Kantate): Nun freue ich mich - ArieGeorg Philipp Telemann, Trompetenensamble Mathias Schmutzler, ARS Vocalis, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
Lobt Gott, ihr Christen allzugleich, TWV 1 (Kantate): Heute schleusst er wieder auf - SchlusschoralGeorg Philipp Telemann, Trompetenensamble Mathias Schmutzler, ARS Vocalis, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
Sonata No. 3 in C Major: I. AndanteGottfried Finger, Ludwig Güttler, Leipziger Bach-Collegium
Sonata No. 3 in C Major: II. Adagio - AndanteGottfried Finger, Leipziger Bach-Collegium, Ludwig Güttler
Sonata No. 3 in C Major: III. Adagio - AllegroGottfried Finger, Leipziger Bach-Collegium, Ludwig Güttler
Unser Mund sei voll Lachens, BWV 110: "Wacht auf - Alleluja"Johann Sebastian Bach, Siegfried Lorenz, Ludwig Güttler, Thomanerchor Leipzig, New Bach Collegium Musicum Leipzig, Hans-Joachim Rotzsch
Marches militaires et airs pour le carrousel de Monseigneur (Auszug): Les airs de trompettes, timbales et hautbois: Prelude - Menuet - Gigue - GavotteJean-Baptiste Lully, Ludwig Güttler, Virtuosi Saxoniae
Venite Ocius, Transeamus Usque in BethlehemJohann Heinrich Schmelzer, Dresden Cappella Sagittariana, Dietrich Knothe, Peter Schreier, Eberhard Büchner
Judas Maccabaeus, HWV 63: "Tochter Zion" - Arr. For Brass Ensemble [Live]George Frideric Handel, Blechbläserensemble Ludwig Güttler, Ludwig Güttler
Gloria in D Major, RV 589: VI. Domine DeusAntonio Vivaldi, Andrea Ihle, Hallenser Madrigalisten, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
Gloria in D Major, RV 589: VII. Domine fili unigeniteAntonio Vivaldi, Andrea Ihle, Hallenser Madrigalisten, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
Missa "Alleluja" à 26: I. Kyrie - LiveHeinrich Ignaz Franz von Biber, Sächsisches Vocalensemble, Blechbläserensemble Ludwig Güttler, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
Missa "Alleluja" à 26: II. Gloria - LiveHeinrich Ignaz Franz von Biber, Sächsisches Vocalensemble, Blechbläserensemble Ludwig Güttler, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler
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