Immerse yourself in the profound and sacred choral works of Johann Sebastian Bach with the upcoming album "J. S. Bach: Chormusik zur Passionszeit & Ostern ; Matthäuspassion ; Johannespassion." Set to release on April 7, 2025, under Warner Music Group and X5 Music Group, this collection brings together some of Bach's most powerful and moving compositions, specifically his Passions, which are central to the Christian liturgical calendar.
The album features a selection of choruses from Bach's St. Matthew Passion (BWV 244) and St. John Passion (BWV 245), showcasing the composer's masterful use of choral writing to convey the dramatic and spiritual depth of the Passion narratives. Each piece is a testament to Bach's ability to blend intricate musical structures with deeply expressive content, creating a listening experience that is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally resonant.
With a runtime of 59 minutes, this album is a concise yet comprehensive exploration of Bach's choral works for the Passion season and Easter. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Bach's oeuvre, this album offers a rich and rewarding journey through some of the most significant choral compositions in the classical repertoire. Experience the timeless beauty and profound spirituality of Bach's music, as performed with the precision and artistry that these works deserve.
Tracks
St Matthew Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 1: No. 1, Kommt, ihr Töchter helft mir klagen (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir, Vienna Boys' Choir
St Matthew Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 1: No. 3, Herzliebster Jesu, was hast du verbrochen (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir, Vienna Boys' Choir
St Matthew Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 1: No. 10, Ich bin's, ich sollte büssen (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir, Vienna Boys' Choir
St Matthew Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 1: No. 15, Erkenne mich, mein Hüter (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir, Vienna Boys' Choir
St Matthew Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 1: No. 17, Ich will hier bei dir stehen (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir, Vienna Boys' Choir
St Matthew Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 1: No. 25, Was mein Gott will (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir, Vienna Boys' Choir
St Matthew Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 1: No. 29, O Mensch, bewein' dein Sünde gross (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir, Vienna Boys' Choir
St Matthew Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 2: No. 32, Mir hat die Welt trüglich gericht't (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir, Vienna Boys' Choir
St Matthew Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 2: No. 37, Wer hat dich so geschlagen (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir, Vienna Boys' Choir
St Matthew Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 2: No. 40, Bin ich gleich von dir gewichen (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir, Vienna Boys' Choir
St Matthew Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 2: No. 44, Befiehl du deine Wege (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir, Vienna Boys' Choir
St Matthew Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 2: No. 46, Wie wunderbarlich ist doch diese Strafe! (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir, Vienna Boys' Choir
St Matthew Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 2: No. 54, O Haupt voll Blut und Wunden (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir, Vienna Boys' Choir
St Matthew Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 2: No. 62, Wenn ich einmal soll scheiden (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir, Vienna Boys' Choir
St Matthew Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 2: No. 68, Wir setzen uns mit Tränen niedert (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir, Vienna Boys' Choir
St. John Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 1: No. 1, Herr, unser Herrscher (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir
St. John Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 1: No. 3, O grosse Lieb (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir
St. John Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 1: No. 5, Dein Will gescheh, Herr Gott, zugleich (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir
St. John Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 1: No. 11, Wer hat dich so geschlagen (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir
St. John Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 1: No. 14, Petrus, der nicht denkt zurück (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir
St. John Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 2: No. 15, Christus, der uns selig macht" (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir
St. John Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 2: No. 17, Ach grosser König (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir
St. John Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 2: No. 22, Durch dein Gefängnis, Gottes Sohn (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir
St. John Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 2: No. 26, In meines Herzens Grunde (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir
St. John Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 2: No. 28, Er nahm alles wohl in acht (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir
St. John Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 2: No. 37, O hilf, Christe, Gottes Sohn (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir
St. John Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 2: No. 39, Ruht wohl, ihr heiligen Gebeine (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir
St. John Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 2: No. 40, Ach Herr, lass dein lieb Engelein (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Arnold Schönberg Choir
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