Immerse yourself in the rich, baroque soundscape of Jan Dismas Zelenka's "Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19" with this captivating album release. Zelenka, a Czech composer of the late Baroque period, showcases his mastery of counterpoint and harmonic innovation in this monumental choral work. Composed in the early 18th century, the Missa Dei Patris is a testament to Zelenka's unique style, blending the grandeur of the Viennese court with the expressive depth of the Czech musical tradition.
This album, released on Eterna in 1990, presents the complete Missa Dei Patris, a work that spans over an hour and ten minutes of sublime choral and orchestral music. The piece is structured in the traditional Mass ordinary format, featuring movements such as the Kyrie, Gloria, Credo, Sanctus, and Agnus Dei. Each section is a masterclass in vocal and instrumental writing, with Zelenka's inventive use of rhythm and harmony creating a sense of drama and intensity.
The album is a must-listen for fans of Baroque music, offering a chance to explore the work of a composer who, while less known than some of his contemporaries, was highly regarded in his time. Zelenka's Missa Dei Patris is a work of profound beauty and complexity, one that rewards repeated listening with its intricate details and emotional resonance. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of Baroque music or a newcomer looking to expand your musical horizons, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19: Kyrie eleison IJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Thüringischer Akademischer Singkreis
Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19: Christe eleisonJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Thüringischer Akademischer Singkreis
Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19: Kyrie eleison IIJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Thüringischer Akademischer Singkreis
Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19: Gloria in excelsis DeoJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Thüringischer Akademischer Singkreis
Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19: Domine DeusJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Thüringischer Akademischer Singkreis
Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19: Domine FiliJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, René Jacobs
Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19: Qui sedesJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Thüringischer Akademischer Singkreis
Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19: Quoniam tu solus sanctusJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Venceslava Hruba-Freiberger, Olaf Bär, Reinhart Ginzel
Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19: Cum Sancto SpirituJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Thüringischer Akademischer Singkreis
Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19: Credo in unum DeumJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Thüringischer Akademischer Singkreis
Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19: Et incarnatus estJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Thüringischer Akademischer Singkreis
Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19: CrucifixusJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Thüringischer Akademischer Singkreis
Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19: Et resurrexitJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Thüringischer Akademischer Singkreis
Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19: Et vitam venturi saeculiJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Thüringischer Akademischer Singkreis
Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19: SanctusJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Thüringischer Akademischer Singkreis
Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19: BenedictusJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Thüringischer Akademischer Singkreis, Olaf Bär
Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19: HosannaJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Thüringischer Akademischer Singkreis
Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19: Agnus Dei IJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Thüringischer Akademischer Singkreis, René Jacobs
Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19: Agnus Dei IIJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Thüringischer Akademischer Singkreis
Missa Dei Patris in C Major, ZWV 19: Dona nobis pacemJan Dismas Zelenka, Virtuosi Saxoniae, Ludwig Güttler, Thüringischer Akademischer Singkreis
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