Immerse yourself in the divine beauty of Handel's Marian Cantatas and Arias, masterfully interpreted by the renowned mezzo-soprano Anne Sofie von Otter. Released in 1994 under Archiv Produktion, this album is a sublime collection of sacred music that showcases Handel's genius and von Otter's extraordinary vocal prowess.
Spanning a little over an hour and a half, the album features a selection of cantatas and arias that celebrate the Virgin Mary, including the enchanting "Haec est Regina virginum" and the poignant "Il pianto di Maria." Von Otter's warm, rich tones bring a profound depth and sensitivity to these sacred texts, making each piece a moving spiritual experience.
The album is a testament to von Otter's versatility and her ability to convey the emotional and spiritual essence of each work. Her performance is accompanied by the exquisite playing of the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, conducted by John Eliot Gardiner, who brings out the intricate details and grandeur of Handel's compositions.
Whether you are a classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a captivating journey through some of Handel's most beautiful and revered works. Anne Sofie von Otter's interpretation adds a timeless quality to these pieces, making them as relevant and inspiring today as they were in the 18th century.
Tracks
Haec est Regina virginum, HWV 235George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Ah! che troppo ineguali HWV 230: Recitativo: "Ah! che troppo ineguali"George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Ah! che troppo ineguali HWV 230: Aria / Adagio: "O del ciel Maria regina"George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Donna, che in ciel di tanta luce splendi HWV 233: IntroduzioneGeorge Frideric Handel, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Donna, che in ciel di tanta luce splendi HWV 233: (Recitativo:) "Donna, che in ciel di tanta luce splendi"George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Donna, che in ciel di tanta luce splendi HWV 233: (Aria:) "Vacillò, per terror del primo errore"George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Donna, che in ciel di tanta luce splendi HWV 233: (Recitativo accompagnato:) "Torna immobile in grembo"George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Donna, che in ciel di tanta luce splendi HWV 233: (Aria) Adagio: "Tu sei la bella serena stella"George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Donna, che in ciel di tanta luce splendi HWV 233: (Recitativo:) "Pur nella via che resta"George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Donna, che in ciel di tanta luce splendi HWV 233: (Aria) Allegro: "Sorga pure dall'orrido averno"George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Donna, che in ciel di tanta luce splendi HWV 233: (Recitativo:) "Dunque a te diamo lodi"George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Donna, che in ciel di tanta luce splendi HWV 233: Aria con coro: "Maria, salute e speme"George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel, Chorus
Il pianto di Maria (Prev. Attrib. Handel as HWV 234): I. Recit. Giunta l'ora fatal dal ciel prescrittaGiovanni Battista Ferrandini, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Il pianto di Maria (Prev. Attrib. Handel as HWV 234): II. Cavatina. Se d'un Dio fui fatta madreGiovanni Battista Ferrandini, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Il pianto di Maria (Prev. Attrib. Handel as HWV 234): III. Accompagnato. Ah me infelice! – IV. Cavatina (Reprise)Giovanni Battista Ferrandini, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Il pianto di Maria (Prev. Attrib. Handel as HWV 234): V. Recit. Ahimè ch'egli già esclama ad alta voceGiovanni Battista Ferrandini, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Il pianto di Maria (Prev. Attrib. Handel as HWV 234): VI. Aria. Sventurati miei sospiriGiovanni Battista Ferrandini, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Il pianto di Maria (Prev. Attrib. Handel as HWV 234): VII. Accompagnato. Sì disse la gran MadreGiovanni Battista Ferrandini, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Il pianto di Maria (Prev. Attrib. Handel as HWV 234): VIII. Aria. Pari all'amor immensoGiovanni Battista Ferrandini, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Il pianto di Maria (Prev. Attrib. Handel as HWV 234): IX. Accompagnato. Or se per grande orror tremò la terraGiovanni Battista Ferrandini, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
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