Immerse yourself in the profound and spiritual compositions of Ernst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann with his captivating album "Missa, AV 18 & Miserere, AV 42." Released on February 25, 2014, under the CPO label, this album is a testament to Hoffmann's mastery of sacred music, blending the grandeur of classical tradition with his unique artistic vision.
The album opens with the majestic "Mass in D Minor, AV 18," a sweeping work that encompasses the full range of human emotion, from the solemnity of the "Kyrie" to the triumphant exultation of the "Gloria." Each section of the mass is meticulously crafted, showcasing Hoffmann's ability to evoke deep spiritual resonance through his music.
Following the mass, the album delves into the hauntingly beautiful "Miserere in B-Flat Minor, AV 42." This extended work is a profound exploration of penitence and redemption, with each movement offering a different facet of Hoffmann's compositional genius. From the introspective "Ecce enim in iniquitatibus conceptus sum" to the fervent plea of "Libera me de sanguinibus," the "Miserere" is a journey through the depths of the human soul.
With a total duration of one hour and one minute, this album is a substantial and rewarding listening experience. Hoffmann's ability to blend intricate musical structures with deeply moving emotional content makes "Missa, AV 18 & Miserere, AV 42" a standout in the realm of classical sacred music. Whether you are a longtime admirer of Hoffmann's work or a newcomer to his compositions, this album offers a rich and fulfilling exploration of his artistic legacy.
Tracks
Mass in D Minor, AV 18: OverturaErnst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann, Cologne West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rupert Huber
Mass in D Minor, AV 18: KyrieErnst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann, Rebecca Martin, Cologne West German Radio Chorus, Cologne West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rupert Huber
Mass in D Minor, AV 18: GloriaErnst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann, Jutta Böhnert, Rebecca Martin, Thomas Cooley, York Felix Speer, Cologne West German Radio Chorus, Cologne West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rupert Huber
Mass in D Minor, AV 18: CredoErnst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann, Jutta Böhnert, Rebecca Martin, Thomas Cooley, York Felix Speer, Cologne West German Radio Chorus, Cologne West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rupert Huber
Mass in D Minor, AV 18: SanctusErnst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann, Cologne West German Radio Chorus, Cologne West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rupert Huber
Mass in D Minor, AV 18: BenedictusErnst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann, Jutta Böhnert, Rebecca Martin, Thomas Cooley, York Felix Speer, Cologne West German Radio Chorus, Cologne West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rupert Huber
Mass in D Minor, AV 18: Agnus DeiErnst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann, Cologne West German Radio Chorus, Cologne West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rupert Huber
Miserere meiErnst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann, Jutta Böhnert, Sibylla Rubens, Thomas Cooley, York Felix Speer, Cologne West German Radio Chorus, Cologne West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rupert Huber
Miserere in B-Flat Minor, AV 42: Ecce enim in iniquitatibus conceptus sumErnst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann, Sibylla Rubens, Jutta Böhnert, Thomas Cooley, York Felix Speer, Cologne West German Radio Chorus, Cologne West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rupert Huber
Miserere in B-Flat Minor, AV 42: Ecce enim in veritatem dilexistiErnst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann, Cologne West German Radio Chorus, Cologne West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rupert Huber
Miserere in B-Flat Minor, AV 42: Asperges me hysopoErnst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann, Jutta Böhnert, Sibylla Rubens, Thomas Cooley, York Felix Speer, Cologne West German Radio Chorus, Cologne West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rupert Huber
Miserere in B-Flat Minor, AV 42: Auditui meo dabis gaudium et laetitiamErnst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann, Thomas Cooley, Cologne West German Radio Chorus, Cologne West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rupert Huber
Miserere in B-Flat Minor, AV 42: Averte faciem tuam a peccatis meisErnst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann, Cologne West German Radio Chorus, Cologne West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rupert Huber
Miserere in B-Flat Minor, AV 42: Redde mihi laetitiam salutaris tuaeErnst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann, Sibylla Rubens, Jutta Böhnert, Thomas Cooley, York Felix Speer, Cologne West German Radio Chorus, Cologne West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rupert Huber
Miserere in B-Flat Minor, AV 42: Docebo iniquos vias tuasErnst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann, Cologne West German Radio Chorus, Cologne West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, York Felix Speer, Rupert Huber
Miserere in B-Flat Minor, AV 42: Libera me de sanguinibusErnst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann, Cologne West German Radio Chorus, Cologne West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rupert Huber
Miserere in B-Flat Minor, AV 42: Sacrificium Deo spiritus contribulatusErnst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann, Sibylla Rubens, Cologne West German Radio Chorus, Cologne West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rupert Huber
Miserere in B-Flat Minor, AV 42: Benigne facErnst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann, Sibylla Rubens, Jutta Böhnert, Thomas Cooley, York Felix Speer, Cologne West German Radio Chorus, Cologne West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rupert Huber
Miserere in B-Flat Minor, AV 42: Ut aedificentur muri JerusalemErnst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann, Cologne West German Radio Chorus, Cologne West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rupert Huber
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