Immerse yourself in the rich musical heritage of 18th-century Prague with Jan Dismas Zelenka's "Melodrama de Sancto Wenceslao." This captivating album, released on September 7, 2012, by SUPRAPHON a.s., offers a unique glimpse into the baroque compositions of one of the era's most accomplished yet underappreciated composers. Spanning a generous 1 hour and 35 minutes, the album is a testament to Zelenka's mastery of melody and harmony, showcasing his intricate and expressive style.
The album features a comprehensive tracklist of 33 pieces, including symphonies, choruses, arias, and recitatives, all meticulously performed and recorded. Each track is a jewel in its own right, highlighting Zelenka's ability to blend dramatic intensity with lyrical beauty. The compositions are drawn from the melodrama "Sub olea pacis, ZWV 175," a work that celebrates the life and legacy of Saint Wenceslaus, the patron saint of Bohemia.
Jan Dismas Zelenka, a Czech composer of remarkable talent, spent much of his career in the service of the Saxon court in Dresden. His works, though overshadowed by his contemporaries like Johann Sebastian Bach and George Frideric Handel, are now recognized for their innovation and depth. This album provides a rare opportunity to experience Zelenka's music in its full glory, offering both seasoned classical music enthusiasts and newcomers a chance to appreciate his contributions to the baroque repertoire.
"Melodrama de Sancto Wenceslao" is not just an album; it's a journey through the sounds and stories of a bygone era. The intricate compositions and powerful performances bring to life the spiritual and cultural richness of 18th-century Prague, making it a compelling addition to any classical music collection.
Tracks
Sub olea pacis, ZWV 175: Symphonia. Allegro. assaiJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, ZWV 175: Prolusio. Chorus. Allegro. Fortitudo meaJan Dismas Zelenka, Marek Stryncl, Noémi Kiss, Ensemble PhilidOr, Anna Hlavenkova, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Markus Forster, Jaroslav Březina, Boni Pueri, Adam Zdunikowski, Ales Prochazka
Sub olea pacis, ZWV 175: Prolusio. Aria. Allegro. Haec coeliJan Dismas Zelenka, Adam Zdunikowski, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, ZWV 175: Prolusio. Recitativo. Hem! Quoe ista?Jan Dismas Zelenka, Noémi Kiss, Markus Forster, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, ZWV 175: Prolusio. Aria. Andante. En! Pietatis adamasJan Dismas Zelenka, Noémi Kiss, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, ZWV 175: Prolusio. Recitativo. Dura certaminaJan Dismas Zelenka, Ales Prochazka, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, ZWV 175: Prolusio. Aria. Allegro. Huc palmas deferteJan Dismas Zelenka, Ales Prochazka, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, ZWV 175: Prolusio. Recitativo. Haec summa GloriaeJan Dismas Zelenka, Anna Hlavenkova, Adam Zdunikowski, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, ZWV 175: Prolusio. Aria. Allegro. Augusta domus AustriaeJan Dismas Zelenka, Anna Hlavenkova, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act I, ZWV 175: Aria. Allegro. I, Phoebe, umbras pelleJan Dismas Zelenka, Markus Forster, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act I, ZWV 175: Recitativo. En, en Fidei aemulaJan Dismas Zelenka, Jaroslav Březina, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act I, ZWV 175: Aria. Andante. Huc, Virtutes, festinateJan Dismas Zelenka, Jaroslav Březina, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act I, ZWV 175: Chorus. Allegro. Eja de sigmentsJan Dismas Zelenka, Marek Stryncl, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Boni Pueri
Sub olea pacis, Act I, ZWV 175: Recitativo. Eja PeitatiJan Dismas Zelenka, Noémi Kiss, Markus Forster, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act I, ZWV 175: Aria. Jam calle secundoJan Dismas Zelenka, Noémi Kiss, Markus Forster, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act I, ZWV 175: Ritornello. Piu andanteJan Dismas Zelenka, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act I, ZWV 175: Recitativo. Nunquid non messis tritici est?Jan Dismas Zelenka, Noémi Kiss, Markus Forster, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act I, ZWV 175: Aria. Meto culmos, lego spicasJan Dismas Zelenka, Noémi Kiss, Markus Forster, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act II, ZWV 175: Recitativo. Quicunque glorificaverit meJan Dismas Zelenka, Adam Zdunikowski, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act II, ZWV 175: Aria. Allegro. Angelicae mentesJan Dismas Zelenka, Adam Zdunikowski, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act II, ZWV 175: Chorus. angelorum En prompti ad mandataJan Dismas Zelenka, Marek Stryncl, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Boni Pueri
Sub olea pacis, Act II, ZWV 175: Aria. Adagio. Ave Deus, ave rediteJan Dismas Zelenka, Anna Hlavenkova, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act II, ZWV 175: Recitativo. Proh! quae aeris inclementiaJan Dismas Zelenka, Jaroslav Březina, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act II, ZWV 175: Aria. Andante. Veni, Auster, lux perennisJan Dismas Zelenka, Jaroslav Březina, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act II, ZWV 175: Recitativo. Per me Reges regnantJan Dismas Zelenka, Anna Hlavenkova, Ales Prochazka, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act II, ZWV 175: Aria. Allegro. assai Exurge, ProvidentiaJan Dismas Zelenka, Ales Prochazka, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act II, ZWV 175: Recitativo. Corona Gloriae in manu DominiJan Dismas Zelenka, Anna Hlavenkova, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act II, ZWV 175: Aria. Andante. Huc coeli principesJan Dismas Zelenka, Anna Hlavenkova, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act III, ZWV 175: Aria. Allegro. Reviresce, effloresce, pacis oleaJan Dismas Zelenka, Markus Forster, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act III, ZWV 175: Recitativo Aptate tympanaJan Dismas Zelenka, Jaroslav Březina, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act III, ZWV 175: Aria & Chorus Vive, regna, FerdinandeJan Dismas Zelenka, Marek Stryncl, Jaroslav Březina, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Boni Pueri
Sub olea pacis, Act III, ZWV 175: Aria. Allegro. Nova gaudia, nova jubilaJan Dismas Zelenka, Ales Prochazka, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, Act III, ZWV 175: Aria. Allegro. En, duplo sole CzechiaJan Dismas Zelenka, Noémi Kiss, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, ZWV 175: Epilogus. Recitativo. Eja! Eja votivi omniaJan Dismas Zelenka, Adam Zdunikowski, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, ZWV 175: Epilogus. Aria. Allegro. Exsurge Martis GloriaJan Dismas Zelenka, Adam Zdunikowski, Ensemble PhilidOr, Musica Florea, Musica Aeterna, Marek Stryncl
Sub olea pacis, ZWV 175: Epilogus. Chorus. Vivace. Vos Oriens adoretJan Dismas Zelenka, Noémi Kiss, Ensemble PhilidOr, Marek Stryncl, Musica Florea, Anna Hlavenkova, Markus Forster, Musica Aeterna, Boni Pueri, Jaroslav Březina, Adam Zdunikowski, Ales Prochazka
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