Immerse yourself in the profound and intricate world of Musique et humanisme, a captivating album released by Rights Reserved on August 1, 2018, under the label RTS Radio Télévision Suisse / Evasion Music. This remarkable collection spans a duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of musical compositions that delve into the depths of humanism and artistry.
The album opens with selections from Johann Sebastian Bach's masterful "L'art de la fugue, BWV 1080," showcasing the complexity and beauty of contrapuntal writing. These tracks are followed by the complete cantata "Meine Seele rühmt und preist, BWV 189," a moving exploration of the human soul's praise and reflection, featuring a blend of arias and recitatives that highlight the emotional and spiritual journey of the text.
The second half of the album is dedicated to Gabriel Fauré's "Requiem, op. 148," a serene and contemplative work that offers solace and reflection. The requiem's nine movements are performed with a sensitivity that underscores the humanistic themes of the album, providing a sense of peace and introspection.
Musique et humanisme is not just a collection of tracks; it is a carefully curated journey through some of the most profound and moving works in the classical repertoire. Rights Reserved's interpretation brings a fresh perspective to these timeless pieces, making this album a compelling listen for both classical music enthusiasts and those new to the genre.
Tracks
L'art de la fugue, BWV 1080 : i. Contrepoint i (extraits)Rights Reserved, Jean-Jacques Rapin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
L'art de la fugue, BWV 1080 : II. Contrepoint II (extraits)Rights Reserved, Jean-Jacques Rapin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
L'art de la fugue, BWV 1080 : III. Contrepoint IV (extraits)Rights Reserved, Jean-Jacques Rapin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
L'art de la fugue, BWV 1080 : IV. Contrepoint VI (extraits)Rights Reserved, Jean-Jacques Rapin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
Meine Seele rühmt und preist, BWV 189: i. Meine Seele rühmt und preist (aria)Rights Reserved, Eric Tappy, Jean-Jacques Rapin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
Meine Seele rühmt und preist, BWV 189: II. Denn seh' Ich mich und auch mein Leben an (recitative)Rights Reserved, Eric Tappy, Jean-Jacques Rapin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
Meine Seele rühmt und preist, BWV 189: III. Gott hat sich hoch gesetzet (aria)Rights Reserved, Eric Tappy, Jean-Jacques Rapin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
Meine Seele rühmt und preist, BWV 189: IV. O wass vor grosse dinge Treff Ich an allen orten an (recitative)Rights Reserved, Eric Tappy, Jean-Jacques Rapin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
Meine Seele rühmt und preist, BWV 189: V. Deine güte, dein erbarmen (aria)Rights Reserved, Eric Tappy, Jean-Jacques Rapin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
Requiem, op. 148 : i. RequiemRights Reserved, Jean-Jacques Rapin, Etienne Bettens, Olivier Dufour, Claudine Perret, Béatrice Haldas, Choeur mixte La Lyre de Moudon, Orchestre symphonique de Bienne
Requiem, op. 148 : II. Te decetRights Reserved, Jean-Jacques Rapin, Etienne Bettens, Olivier Dufour, Claudine Perret, Béatrice Haldas, Choeur mixte La Lyre de Moudon, Orchestre symphonique de Bienne
Requiem, op. 148 : III. Dies iraeRights Reserved, Jean-Jacques Rapin, Etienne Bettens, Olivier Dufour, Claudine Perret, Béatrice Haldas, Choeur mixte La Lyre de Moudon, Orchestre symphonique de Bienne
Requiem, op. 148 : IV. Liber scriptusRights Reserved, Jean-Jacques Rapin, Etienne Bettens, Olivier Dufour, Claudine Perret, Béatrice Haldas, Choeur mixte La Lyre de Moudon, Orchestre symphonique de Bienne
Requiem, op. 148 : V. Qui mariam absolvistiRights Reserved, Jean-Jacques Rapin, Etienne Bettens, Olivier Dufour, Claudine Perret, Béatrice Haldas, Choeur mixte La Lyre de Moudon, Orchestre symphonique de Bienne
Requiem, op. 148 : VI. Domine jesu christe !Rights Reserved, Jean-Jacques Rapin, Etienne Bettens, Olivier Dufour, Claudine Perret, Béatrice Haldas, Choeur mixte La Lyre de Moudon, Orchestre symphonique de Bienne
Requiem, op. 148 : VII. Hostias et preces tibi - VIII. SanctusRights Reserved, Jean-Jacques Rapin, Etienne Bettens, Olivier Dufour, Claudine Perret, Béatrice Haldas, Choeur mixte La Lyre de Moudon, Orchestre symphonique de Bienne
Requiem, op. 148 : IX. BenedictusRights Reserved, Jean-Jacques Rapin, Etienne Bettens, Olivier Dufour, Claudine Perret, Béatrice Haldas, Choeur mixte La Lyre de Moudon, Orchestre symphonique de Bienne
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