Vergnügte Ruh', beliebte Seelenlust, BWV 170: II. Recit. Die Welt, das SündenhausJohann Sebastian Bach, Aafje Heynis, Netherlands Chamber Orchestra, Szymon Goldberg
Vergnügte Ruh', beliebte Seelenlust, BWV 170: III. Aria. Wie jammern mich doch die verkehrten HerzenJohann Sebastian Bach, Aafje Heynis, Netherlands Chamber Orchestra, Szymon Goldberg
Vergnügte Ruh', beliebte Seelenlust, BWV 170: IV. Recit. Wer sollte sich demnach wohl hier zu leben wünschenJohann Sebastian Bach, Aafje Heynis, Netherlands Chamber Orchestra, Szymon Goldberg
Vergnügte Ruh', beliebte Seelenlust, BWV 170: V. Aria. Mir ekelt mehr zu lebenJohann Sebastian Bach, Aafje Heynis, Netherlands Chamber Orchestra, Szymon Goldberg
Matthäus-Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 2: No. 39, Aria. Erbarme dich (Alto)Johann Sebastian Bach, Aafje Heynis, Wiener Symphoniker, Hans Gillesberger, Walter Schneiderhan
Johannes-Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 2: No. 30, Aria. Es ist vollbracht! (Alto)Johann Sebastian Bach, Aafje Heynis, Nikolaus Hubner, Wiener Symphoniker, Hans Gillesberger
Es ist euch gut, dass ich hingehe, BWV 108: V. Aria. Was mein Herz von dir begehrtJohann Sebastian Bach, Aafje Heynis, Wiener Symphoniker, Hans Gillesberger
O ewiges Feuer, o Ursprung der Liebe, BWV 34: III. Aria. Wohl euch, ihr auserwählten Seelen (Alto)Johann Sebastian Bach, Aafje Heynis, Wiener Symphoniker, Hans Gillesberger
Gott soll allein mein Herze haben, BWV 169: I. SinfoniaJohann Sebastian Bach, Netherlands Chamber Orchestra, Anton van der Horst
Gott soll allein mein Herze haben, BWV 169: II. Arioso e Recit. Gott soll allein mein Herze habenJohann Sebastian Bach, Aafje Heynis, Netherlands Chamber Orchestra, Anton van der Horst
Gott soll allein mein Herze haben, BWV 169: III. Aria. Gott soll allein mein Herze habenJohann Sebastian Bach, Aafje Heynis, Netherlands Chamber Orchestra, Anton van der Horst
Gott soll allein mein Herze haben, BWV 169: IV. Recit. Was ist die Liebe Gottes?Johann Sebastian Bach, Aafje Heynis, Netherlands Chamber Orchestra, Anton van der Horst
Gott soll allein mein Herze haben, BWV 169: V. Aria. Stirb in mirJohann Sebastian Bach, Aafje Heynis, Netherlands Chamber Orchestra, Anton van der Horst
Gott soll allein mein Herze haben, BWV 169: VI. Recit. Doch meint es auch dabeiJohann Sebastian Bach, Aafje Heynis, Netherlands Chamber Orchestra, Anton van der Horst
Gott soll allein mein Herze haben, BWV 169: VII. Chorale. Du süsse Liebe, schenk uns deine GunstJohann Sebastian Bach, Koor Nederlandse Bachvereniging, Netherlands Chamber Orchestra, Anton van der Horst
Serse, HWV 40: Frondi tenere – Ombra mai fù "Largo"George Frideric Handel, Aafje Heynis, Pierre Palla
Ave Maria, CG 89a (After J.S. Bach: Prelude in C Major, BWV 846)Charles Gounod, Aafje Heynis, Pro Musica Choir, Lex Karsemeijer, Meindert Boekel
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Aria. Agnus DeiJohann Sebastian Bach, Aafje Heynis, Wiener Symphoniker, Hans Gillesberger
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2: No. 23, Aria. He Was Despised and Rejected of Men (Alto)George Frideric Handel, Aafje Heynis, Wiener Symphoniker, Hans Gillesberger
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: No. 9, Aria & Chorus. O Thou That Tellest Good Tidings to Zion (Alto, Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Aafje Heynis, Wiener Symphoniker, Hans Gillesberger
Judas Maccabaeus, HWV 63, Pt. 3: No. 53, Air. Father of Heav'n! From Thy Eternal Throne (Priest)George Frideric Handel, Aafje Heynis, Wiener Symphoniker, Hans Gillesberger
Samson, HWV 57, Act II: No. 34, Air. Return, Oh God of Hosts!George Frideric Handel, Aafje Heynis, Wiener Symphoniker, Hans Gillesberger
Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: II. Virgam virtutis tuaeGeorge Frideric Handel, Aafje Heynis, The Amsterdam Chamber Orchestra, Marinus Voorberg
Te Deum in D, "Dettingen", HWV 283: 2. All the earth doth worship theeGeorge Frideric Handel, Aafje Heynis, Choir Of The Netherlands Bach Society, Orchestra, Anton van der Horst
Te Deum in D, "Dettingen", HWV 283: 11. Thou sittest at the right hand of GodGeorge Frideric Handel, Aafje Heynis, Arjan Blanken, David Hollestelle, Orchestra, Anton van der Horst
Te Deum in D, "Dettingen", HWV 283: 12. We therefore pray to theeGeorge Frideric Handel, Annette de la Bije, Aafje Heynis, Choir Of The Netherlands Bach Society, Orchestra, Anton van der Horst
Te Deum in D, "Dettingen", HWV 283: 14. Make them to be number'd with thy saintsGeorge Frideric Handel, Choir Of The Netherlands Bach Society, Orchestra, Anton van der Horst
Te Deum in D, "Dettingen", HWV 283: 18. O Lord! In Thee have I trustedGeorge Frideric Handel, Aafje Heynis, Choir Of The Netherlands Bach Society, Orchestra, Anton van der Horst
O amantissime sponse JesuChristian Ritter, Aafje Heynis, Netherlands Chamber Orchestra, Albert de Klerk
Weihnachts-Oratorium, BWV 248, Pt. 2: No. 19, Aria. Schlafe, mein Liebster, geniesse der RuhJohann Sebastian Bach, Aafje Heynis, Wiener Symphoniker, Hans Gillesberger
Weihnachts-Oratorium, BWV 248, Pt. 1: No. 4, Aria. Bereite dich, Zion, mit zärtlichen TriebenJohann Sebastian Bach, Aafje Heynis, Wiener Symphoniker, Hans Gillesberger
Panis angelicus, CFF 209César Franck, Aafje Heynis, Pro Musica Choir, Lex Karsemeijer, Simon C. Jansen
Rosamunde, D. 797: No. 3b, Romance. Der Vollmond strahltFranz Schubert, Aafje Heynis, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Ave Maria, Ellens Gesang III, D. 839Franz Schubert, Aafje Heynis, Pierre Palla
Gypsy Songs, Op. 55, B. 104: No. 1, Mein Lied ertöntAntonín Dvořák, Aafje Heynis, Felix De Nobel
Gypsy Songs, Op. 55, B. 104: No. 2, Ei, wie mein TriangelAntonín Dvořák, Aafje Heynis, Felix De Nobel
Gypsy Songs, Op. 55, B. 104: No. 3, Ales je tichy kolem kolAntonín Dvořák, Aafje Heynis, Felix De Nobel
Gypsy Songs, Op. 55, B. 104: No. 4, Als die alte MutterAntonín Dvořák, Aafje Heynis, Felix De Nobel
Gypsy Songs, Op. 55, B. 104: No. 5, Reingestimmt die SaitenAntonín Dvořák, Aafje Heynis, Felix De Nobel
Gypsy Songs, Op. 55, B. 104: No. 6, In dem weiten, breiten, lüft'gen LeinenkleideAntonín Dvořák, Aafje Heynis, Felix De Nobel
Gypsy Songs, Op. 55, B. 104: No. 7, Darf des Falken SchwingeAntonín Dvořák, Aafje Heynis, Felix De Nobel
4 Ernste Gesänge, Op. 121: No. 1, Denn es gehet dem MenschenJohannes Brahms, Aafje Heynis, Johan van den Boogert
4 Ernste Gesänge, Op. 121: No. 2, Ich wandte mich und sahe an alleJohannes Brahms, Aafje Heynis, Johan van den Boogert
4 Ernste Gesänge, Op. 121: No. 3, O Tod, wie bitter bist duJohannes Brahms, Aafje Heynis, Johan van den Boogert
4 Ernste Gesänge, Op. 121: No. 4, Wenn ich mit Menschen und mit Engelzungen redeteJohannes Brahms, Aafje Heynis, Johan van den Boogert
Alto Rhapsody, Op. 53Johannes Brahms, Aafje Heynis, Royal Male Choir "Apollo", Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Eduard van Beinum
Symphony No. 2 "Resurrection": IV. Urlicht. O Röschen rot!Gustav Mahler, Aafje Heynis, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Dank sei dir, HerrGeorge Frideric Handel, Aafje Heynis, Pierre Palla
Bist du bei mir (Prev. Attrib. Bach as BWV 508)Gottfried Heinrich Stölzel, Aafje Heynis, Pierre Palla
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical music with Aafje Heynis' "Complete Philips Recordings." This comprehensive collection showcases the extraordinary talent of the renowned contralto, Aafje Heynis, as she masterfully interprets a diverse range of sacred and secular works. Spanning a generous duration of 3 hours and 59 minutes, this album is a testament to Heynis' versatility and artistic prowess.
The album features a meticulously curated selection of pieces, including beloved arias and cantatas by Johann Sebastian Bach, such as "Vergnügte Ruh', beliebte Seelenlust" and "Gott soll allein mein Herze haben." Heynis' velvety voice and impeccable technique bring these timeless compositions to life, offering a deeply moving listening experience.
In addition to Bach's works, the album also includes pieces by other esteemed composers, such as George Frideric Handel, Franz Schubert, Antonín Dvořák, Johannes Brahms, and Gustav Mahler. Each piece is performed with the utmost care and attention to detail, showcasing Heynis' ability to convey the full range of human emotion through her singing.
Accompanied by the Netherlands Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Szymon Goldberg, Heynis delivers a performance that is both technically flawless and emotionally resonant. The orchestral arrangements are rich and nuanced, providing the perfect backdrop for Heynis' captivating vocals.
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Aafje Heynis, a renowned Dutch contralto, captivated audiences with her rich, expressive voice and profound interpretations of classical works. Born in 1924 and passing away in 2015, Heynis left an indelible mark on the world of chamber music, particularly through her performances of composers like Brahms, Handel, and Bach. Her recordings, such as "Aafje Heynis Sings Brahms, Handel and Bach" and her rendition of Brahms' "Alt-Rhapsodie," showcase her technical mastery and emotional depth. Heynis' collaborations with esteemed musicians like Johannes van der Boogert and her contributions to works like Mahler's Symphony No. 2 highlight her versatility and artistry. Her legacy endures through her timeless recordings, offering a glimpse into the soulful artistry of one of the most celebrated contraltos of her time.