Immerse yourself in the rich baroque soundscape of Christoph Graupner's "Complete Cantatas for Two Sopranos and Bass," a captivating collection of sacred vocal works that showcase the composer's mastery and the profound spiritual themes of his time. Released on April 21, 2023, by CPO, this album spans a substantial 78 minutes, offering a comprehensive journey through Graupner's cantata repertoire.
Graupner, a contemporary of Johann Sebastian Bach, was a prolific composer whose works were highly regarded in his day. This album presents a selection of his cantatas, each a miniature masterpiece that combines intricate vocal writing with expressive instrumental accompaniment. The pieces are performed by a stellar ensemble of two sopranos and a bass, supported by a continuo group, bringing to life the intricate polyphony and harmonic richness that Graupner was known for.
The cantatas on this album cover a range of themes, from the contemplation of Christ's suffering and resurrection to the celebration of divine love and the virtues of a pious life. The album opens with "Ein jeglicher sei gesinnet," a work that emphasizes humility and devotion, and closes with "Du schönes Wohnhaus," a cantata that reflects on the transience of worldly pleasures and the eternal beauty of divine grace.
Each cantata is a journey in itself, blending recitatives, arias, and chorales to create a cohesive narrative. The performances are marked by their technical precision and emotional depth, capturing the essence of Graupner's musical language and the spiritual fervor of the texts. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of baroque music or a newcomer eager to explore the repertoire, this album offers a rewarding and enlightening listening experience.
Tracks
Ein jeglicher sei gesinnet, GWV 1126/21: I. 1. Nr. 1 Coro "Ein jeglicher sei gesinnet"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Marie Luise Werneburg, Hanna Zumsande, Dominik Worner
Ein jeglicher sei gesinnet, GWV 1126/21: II. 2. Nr. 2 Recitativo "Vollkomm'nes Bild"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Hanna Zumsande
Ein jeglicher sei gesinnet, GWV 1126/21: III. 3. Nr. 3 Aria "Entfernt euch, stolze Welt-Gedanken"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Hanna Zumsande
Ein jeglicher sei gesinnet, GWV 1126/21: IV. 4. Nr. 4 Accompagnato "Ach, nichts mag Jesus Demut gleichen"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Marie Luise Werneburg
Ein jeglicher sei gesinnet, GWV 1126/21: V. 5. Nr. 5 Choral "Zu viel, ach, gar zu viel"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Marie Luise Werneburg, Hanna Zumsande, Dominik Worner
Ein jeglicher sei gesinnet, GWV 1126/21: VI. 6. Nr. 6 Aria "Süßer Jesu"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Dominik Worner
Ein jeglicher sei gesinnet, GWV 1126/21: VII. 7. Nr. 7 Recitativo "Du gibst uns, Jesu, solche Proben"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Dominik Worner
Ein jeglicher sei gesinnet, GWV 1126/21: VIII. 8. Nr. 8 Choral "Entzünd' in mir die Andachtsbrunst"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Marie Luise Werneburg, Hanna Zumsande, Dominik Worner
Zerfließ', mein Herz, in Blut, GWV 1127/20: IX. 9. Nr. 1 Coro "Zerfließ', mein Herz, in Blut"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Marie Luise Werneburg, Hanna Zumsande, Dominik Worner
Zerfließ', mein Herz, in Blut, GWV 1127/20: X. 10. Nr. 2 Recitativo "Es foltert meinen Geist"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Marie Luise Werneburg
Zerfließ', mein Herz, in Blut, GWV 1127/20: XI. 11. Nr. 3 Arioso "Ach, es schmerzt mich freilich sehr"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Hanna Zumsande
Zerfließ', mein Herz, in Blut, GWV 1127/20: XII. 12. Nr. 4 Aria "Jesu Leiden, Pein und Tod"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Marie Luise Werneburg
Zerfließ', mein Herz, in Blut, GWV 1127/20: XIII. 13. Nr. 5 Recitativo "Was gibt uns Gottes Liebe nicht!"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Dominik Worner
Zerfließ', mein Herz, in Blut, GWV 1127/20: XIV. 14. Nr. 6 Arioso "Ach, es schmerzt mich freilich sehr"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Hanna Zumsande, Dominik Worner
Zerfließ', mein Herz, in Blut, GWV 1127/20: XV. 15. Nr. 7 Coro "Könnt' ich jetzt mit Jesu sterben"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Marie Luise Werneburg, Hanna Zumsande, Dominik Worner
Nun ist auferstanden, GWV 1128/21: XVI. 16. Nr. 1 Choral "Nun ist auferstanden"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Marie Luise Werneburg, Hanna Zumsande, Dominik Worner
Nun ist auferstanden, GWV 1128/21: XVII. 17. Nr. 2 Recitativo "Frohlocke, hocherfreutes Herz!"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Hanna Zumsande
Nun ist auferstanden, GWV 1128/21: XVIII. 18. Nr. 3 Aria "Hemme die Tränen, geängstigte Seele!"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Hanna Zumsande
Nun ist auferstanden, GWV 1128/21: XIX. 19. Nr. 4 Dictum "Gott aber sei Dank"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Marie Luise Werneburg, Hanna Zumsande, Dominik Worner
Nun ist auferstanden, GWV 1128/21: XX. 20. Nr. 5 Recitativo "Recht unvergleichlich ist der Segen"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Dominik Worner
Nun ist auferstanden, GWV 1128/21: XXI. 21. Nr. 6 Aria "Jesus lebt"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Dominik Worner
Nun ist auferstanden, GWV 1128/21: XXII. 22. Nr. 7 Choral "O der großen Freude!"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Marie Luise Werneburg, Hanna Zumsande, Dominik Worner
Christ lag in Todesbanden, GWV 1130/21: XXIII. 23. Nr. 1 Choral "Christ lag in Todesbanden"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Marie Luise Werneburg, Hanna Zumsande, Dominik Worner
Christ lag in Todesbanden, GWV 1130/21: XXIV. 24. Nr. 2 Aria "Mein Heiland lebt"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Dominik Worner
Christ lag in Todesbanden, GWV 1130/21: XXV. 25. Nr. 3 Coro "Wer will verdammen"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Marie Luise Werneburg, Hanna Zumsande, Dominik Worner
Christ lag in Todesbanden, GWV 1130/21: XXVI. 26. Nr. 4 Aria "Jesus Leiden, Pein und Sterben"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Marie Luise Werneburg
Christ lag in Todesbanden, GWV 1130/21: XXVII. 27. Nr. 5 Recitativo "Und solches Heil"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Marie Luise Werneburg
Christ lag in Todesbanden, GWV 1130/21: XXVIII. 28. Nr. 6 Choral "So feiern wir das hohe Fest"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Marie Luise Werneburg, Hanna Zumsande, Dominik Worner
Du schönes Wohnhaus, GWV 1133/20: XXIX. 29. Nr. 1 Aria "Du schönes Wohnhaus"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Marie Luise Werneburg
Du schönes Wohnhaus, GWV 1133/20: XXX. 30. Nr. 2 Recitativo "Was ist die Welt?"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Dominik Worner
Du schönes Wohnhaus, GWV 1133/20: XXXI. 31. Nr. 3 Aria "Unbefleckte Tugendkrone"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Dominik Worner
Du schönes Wohnhaus, GWV 1133/20: XXXII. 32. Nr. 4 Recitativo "Ach ja, ein reines Tugendleben"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Hanna Zumsande
Du schönes Wohnhaus, GWV 1133/20: XXXIII. 33. Nr. 5 Coro "Wir schweben hier"Christoph Graupner, Florian Heyerick, Kirchheimer BachConsort, Marie Luise Werneburg, Hanna Zumsande, Dominik Worner
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