Immerse yourself in the sacred choral masterpieces of Johann Kuhnau with the release of "Kuhnau: Complete Sacred Works, Vol. 3." This captivating album, released on March 23, 2018, under the CPO label, offers a profound exploration of Kuhnau's spiritual compositions, spanning a rich duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes.
The album is a treasure trove of choral works, featuring the complete "Magnificat in C Major," a magnificent setting of the biblical canticle that showcases Kuhnau's mastery of polyphonic writing and expressive harmonies. Each of the fourteen movements of the "Magnificat" reveals Kuhnau's deep understanding of the text and his ability to convey its profound meaning through music.
In addition to the "Magnificat," the album includes the "O heilige Zeit" cantata, a festive work composed for the Christmas season. This cantata is a delightful blend of recitatives, arias, and choruses, each movement offering a unique glimpse into Kuhnau's compositional style and his ability to evoke a wide range of emotions.
The album also features the cantata "Frohlocket, ihr Völker, und jauchzet, ihr Heiden," another festive work that showcases Kuhnau's ability to create music that is both joyous and deeply spiritual. This cantata, like the others on the album, is a testament to Kuhnau's enduring legacy as one of the most important composers of the Baroque era.
Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of choral music or a newcomer to the genre, "Kuhnau: Complete Sacred Works, Vol. 3" is an album that will captivate and inspire you. So, sit back, relax, and let the sublime music of Johann Kuhnau transport you to a world of sacred beauty and spiritual contemplation.
Tracks
Magnificat in C Major: I. Magnificat anima mea DominumJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
Magnificat in C Major: II. Et exultavit spiritus meusJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
Magnificat in C Major: III. Quia respexit humilitatemJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
Magnificat in C Major: IV. Vom Himmel hochJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
Magnificat in C Major: V. Quia fecit mihi magnaJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
Magnificat in C Major: VI. Freut euch und jubilieretJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
Magnificat in C Major: VII. Et misericordia eiusJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
Magnificat in C Major: VIII. Fecit potentiamJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
Magnificat in C Major: IX. Gloria in excelsis DeoJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
Magnificat in C Major: X. Suscepit IsraelJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
Magnificat in C Major: XI. Sicut locutus estJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
Magnificat in C Major: XII. Virga JesseJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
Magnificat in C Major: XIII. Gloria PatriJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
Magnificat in C Major: XIV. Sicut erat in principioJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
O heilige Zeit: I. SonataJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
O heilige Zeit: II. O heilige ZeitJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
O heilige Zeit: III. Wüte nurJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
O heilige Zeit: IV. Das Licht ist unter uns erschienenJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
O heilige Zeit: V. Leite michJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
O heilige Zeit: VI. O heilige ZeitJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
O heilige Zeit: VII. Wüte nurJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
O heilige Zeit: VIII. Ach, denk ich zwarJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
O heilige Zeit: IX. Eigne dir mein Herze zuJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
O heilige Zeit: X. Was ist der MenschJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
O heilige Zeit: XI. Haltet mich nicht länger aufJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
O heilige Zeit: XII. Ich bin entzücktJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
Frohlocket, ihr Völker, und jauchzet, ihr Heiden: I. Frohlocket, ihr VölkerJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
Frohlocket, ihr Völker, und jauchzet, ihr Heiden: II. HallelujaJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
Frohlocket, ihr Völker, und jauchzet, ihr Heiden: III. Kleines Kind und großer HeldJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
Frohlocket, ihr Völker, und jauchzet, ihr Heiden: IV. Wie danken wir dir dochJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
Frohlocket, ihr Völker, und jauchzet, ihr Heiden: V. Willkommen, mein LebenJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
Frohlocket, ihr Völker, und jauchzet, ihr Heiden: VI. O FreudenwortJohann Kuhnau, Opella Musica, Camerata Lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer
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