Immerse yourself in the rich choral tradition of the Baroque era with Dietrich Buxtehude's "Opera Omnia XX - Vocal Works 10." Released on October 10, 2014, under the Challenge Classics label, this album is a testament to Buxtehude's mastery of vocal composition. Spanning over two and a half hours, the collection features a diverse array of sacred and secular works, showcasing Buxtehude's ability to blend devotional fervor with musical innovation.
The album opens with "Walts Gott, mein Werk ich lasse," a piece that sets the tone for the spiritual journey that follows. Highlights include the joyous "Auf, Saiten, auf! Laßt euren Schall erklingen!" and the contemplative "O Jesu mi dulcissime," both of which demonstrate Buxtehude's skill in evoking a wide range of emotions through choral music. The album also features the well-known "Jesu, meine Freude," a work that has become a staple in the choral repertoire.
Buxtehude's compositions are known for their intricate polyphony and rich harmonies, and this album is no exception. Whether you're a seasoned fan of Baroque music or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, "Opera Omnia XX - Vocal Works 10" offers a captivating exploration of one of the most influential composers of the 17th century.
Tracks
Walts Gott, mein Werk ich lasse, BuxWV 103Dietrich Buxtehude, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
Du Lebensfürst, Herr Jesu Christ, BuxWV 22Dietrich Buxtehude, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
Wie schmeckt es so lieblich und wohl, BuxWV 108Dietrich Buxtehude, Klaus Mertens, Maarten Engeltjes, Ton Koopman, Verena Gropper, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
Auf, Saiten, auf! Laßt euren Schall erklingen! BuxWV 115Dietrich Buxtehude, Ton Koopman, Gerlinde Samann, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
O lux beata, trinitas et principalis unitas, BuxWV 89Dietrich Buxtehude, Dorothee Wohlgemuth, Verena Gropper, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
Nun freut euch, ihr Frommen, mit mir, BuxWV 80Dietrich Buxtehude, Ton Koopman, Verena Gropper, Dorothee Wohlgemuth, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
Der Herr ist mit mir, darum fürchte ich mich nicht, BuxWV 15Dietrich Buxtehude, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
Dixit Dominus Domino meo, BuxWV 17Dietrich Buxtehude, Ton Koopman, Amaryllis Dieltiens, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
Kommst du, Licht der Heiden, BuxWV 66Dietrich Buxtehude, Maarten Engeltjes, Ton Koopman, Miriam Feuersinger, Klaus Mertens, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
O fröhliche Stunden, o herrliche Zeit, BuxWV 85Dietrich Buxtehude, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
O Jesu mi dulcissime, BuxWV 88Dietrich Buxtehude, Dorothee Wohlgemuth, Ton Koopman, Verena Gropper, Klaus Mertens, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
Ecce nunc benedicite Domino, BuxWV 23Dietrich Buxtehude, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
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