Immerse yourself in the profound and sacred world of Johann Sebastiani's "Matthäus Passion," a masterful interpretation of the St. Matthew Passion. Released on May 4, 2018, under the CPO label, this album is a testament to Sebastiani's deep musical and spiritual insight. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 5 minutes, the album is a comprehensive journey through the Passion narrative, from the Last Supper to the Crucifixion and Burial of Christ.
The tracklist is a meticulous sequence of 33 movements, each capturing the essence of the biblical events with a blend of orchestral and choral brilliance. The album opens with the stirring "Symphonia und Chor" and progresses through poignant arias and chorales, including the haunting "O Welt, ich muß dich lassen" and the powerful "Herr Jesu Christ, wahr' Mensch und Gott." Each piece is a testament to Sebastiani's ability to convey the depth of human emotion and divine reverence.
Johann Sebastiani's "Matthäus Passion" is not just a collection of musical pieces but a profound exploration of faith, suffering, and redemption. The album's intricate composition and powerful performances make it a standout work in the realm of sacred music, offering a deeply moving experience for both seasoned listeners and newcomers to the genre.
Tracks
St Matthew Passion: No. 1, Symphonia und ChorJohann Sebastiani, Boston Early Music Festival Vocal Ensemble, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Das letzte Abendmahl: No. 2, Und es begab sichJohann Sebastiani, Colin Balzer, Christian Immler, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Das letzte Abendmahl: No. 3, O Welt, ich muß dich lassenJohann Sebastiani, Ina Siedlaczek, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Das letzte Abendmahl: No. 4, Wahrlich, ich sage euchJohann Sebastiani, Colin Balzer, Christian Immler, Boston Early Music Festival Vocal Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Das letzte Abendmahl: No. 5, Gott sei gelobetJohann Sebastiani, Ina Siedlaczek, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Der Olberg: No. 6, Und da sie den Lobgesang gesprochen hattenJohann Sebastiani, Colin Balzer, Christian Immler, Jonathan Woody, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Der Olberg: No. 7, Vater unser im HimmelreichJohann Sebastiani, Ina Siedlaczek, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Der Olberg: No. 8, Und nahm zu sich Petrum - SymphoniaJohann Sebastiani, Colin Balzer, Christian Immler, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Der Olberg: No. 9, Dein Will geschehJohann Sebastiani, Ina Siedlaczek, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Die Gefangennahme: No. 10, Und er kam und fand sie aber alle schlafendJohann Sebastiani, Colin Balzer, Christian Immler, Nathan Medley, Jason McStoots, Boston Early Music Festival Vocal Ensemble, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Die Gefangennahme: No. 11, O Lamm Gottes unschuldigJohann Sebastiani, Ina Siedlaczek, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Die Gefangennahme: No. 12, Da speieten sie aus in sein AngesichtJohann Sebastiani, Colin Balzer, Boston Early Music Festival Vocal Ensemble, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Die Verleugnung durch Petrus: No. 13, Petrus aber saß draußen im PalastJohann Sebastiani, Colin Balzer, Christian Immler, Ina Siedlaczek, Nathan Medley, Jason McStoots, Jonathan Woody, Boston Early Music Festival Vocal Ensemble, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Die Verleugnung durch Petrus: No. 14, Erbarm dich meinJohann Sebastiani, Ina Siedlaczek, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion: No. 15, Sinfonia à 4Johann Sebastiani, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Jesus vor Pilatus: No. 16, Des Morgens aberJohann Sebastiani, Colin Balzer, Christian Immler, Boston Early Music Festival Vocal Ensemble, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Jesus vor Pilatus: No. 17, Führ uns, Herr, in Versuchung nichtJohann Sebastiani, Ina Siedlaczek, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Jesus vor Pilatus: No. 18, Aber die HohenpriesterJohann Sebastiani, Colin Balzer, Christian Immler, Ina Siedlaczek, Jason McStoots, Boston Early Music Festival Vocal Ensemble, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Jesus vor Pilatus: No. 19, O Lamm Gottes unschuldigJohann Sebastiani, Ina Siedlaczek, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Jesus vor Pilatus: No. 20, Da aber Pilatus saheJohann Sebastiani, Colin Balzer, Jason McStoots, Boston Early Music Festival Vocal Ensemble, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Jesus vor Pilatus: No. 21, O Lamm Gottes unschuldigJohann Sebastiani, Ina Siedlaczek, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Die Kreuzigung: No. 22, Und indem sie hinausgingenJohann Sebastiani, Colin Balzer, Boston Early Music Festival Vocal Ensemble, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Die Kreuzigung: No. 23, Herr Jesu Christ, wahr' Mensch und GottJohann Sebastiani, Ina Siedlaczek, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Die Kreuzigung: No. 24, Und von der sechsten Stunde anJohann Sebastiani, Colin Balzer, Christian Immler, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Die Kreuzigung: No. 25, Herr, meinen Geist befehl ich dirJohann Sebastiani, Ina Siedlaczek, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Die Kreuzigung: No. 26, Etliche aber, die da stundenJohann Sebastiani, Colin Balzer, Boston Early Music Festival Vocal Ensemble, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Die Kreuzigung: No. 27, Mit Fried und Freud ich fahr dahinJohann Sebastiani, Ina Siedlaczek, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Die Kreuzigung: No. 28, Und siehe da, der Vorhang im Tempel zerriß in zwei StückJohann Sebastiani, Colin Balzer, Boston Early Music Festival Vocal Ensemble, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Die Grablegung: No. 29, Denn es waren viel Weiber daJohann Sebastiani, Colin Balzer, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Die Grablegung: No. 30, O Traurigkeit!Johann Sebastiani, Ina Siedlaczek, Nathan Medley, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Die Grablegung: No. 31, Es war aber allda Maria MagdalenaJohann Sebastiani, Colin Balzer, Jason McStoots, Boston Early Music Festival Vocal Ensemble, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Die Grablegung: No. 32, Dank sei dem HerrenJohann Sebastiani, Colin Balzer, Ina Siedlaczek, Nathan Medley, Jason McStoots, Jonathan Woody, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
St Matthew Passion, Danksagungsliedchen: No. 33, Was soll ich, liebster Jesu duJohann Sebastiani, Colin Balzer, Ina Siedlaczek, Nathan Medley, Jason McStoots, Jonathan Woody, Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble, Paul O'Dette, Stephen Stubbs
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