Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Johann Sebastian Bach's compositions with the album "Bach, J.S.: Alto Arias." Released in 2006 under the Haenssler CLASSIC label, this album is a stunning collection of Bach's most exquisite alto arias, showcasing the composer's unparalleled mastery of the Baroque style. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 18 minutes, the album features a selection of arias from various cantatas and passions, including the renowned "Erbarme dich" from the St. Matthew Passion and "Von den Strikken meiner Sunden" from the St. John Passion.
Performed by an array of talented artists, this album captures the essence of Bach's sacred music, offering a profound and moving listening experience. The arias are meticulously crafted, each one a testament to Bach's ability to convey deep emotional and spiritual themes through his music. The album's recording details vary, with contributions from different engineers and venues, ensuring a high-quality audio experience that brings Bach's compositions to life.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Bach, J.S.: Alto Arias" is a must-listen. This album is not just a collection of songs; it's a journey through the rich tapestry of Bach's musical genius, offering a glimpse into the soul of one of history's greatest composers.
2006 haenssler CLASSIC2006 haenssler CLASSIC
Tracks
Geist und Seele wird verwirret, BWV 35: Aria. Geist und Seele wird verwirretJohann Sebastian Bach, Júlia Hamari, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Jesus schläft, was soll ich hoffen, BWV 81: Aria. Jesus schlaft, was soll ich hoffen?Johann Sebastian Bach, Júlia Hamari, Adalbert Kraus, Siegmund Nimsgern, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Mache dich, mein Geist, bereit, BWV 115: Aria. Ach schlafrige SeeleJohann Sebastian Bach, Arleen Auger, Helen Watts, Lutz-Michael Harder, Wolfgang Schöne, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Es ist euch gut, dass ich hingehe, BWV 108: Aria. Was mein Herz von dir begehrtJohann Sebastian Bach, Carolyn Watkinson, Peter Schreier, Philippe Huttenlocher, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Geist und Seele wird verwirret, BWV 35, Pt. I: Aria. Gott hat alles wohlgemachtJohann Sebastian Bach, Júlia Hamari, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Nimm was dein ist, und gehe hin, BWV 144: Aria. Murre nicht, lieber Christ (Alto)Johann Sebastian Bach, Arleen Auger, Helen Watts, Adalbert Kraus, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Er rufet seine Schafen mit Namen, BWV 175: Aria. Komm, leite michJohann Sebastian Bach, Carolyn Watkinson, Peter Schreier, Philippe Huttenlocher, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
St. Matthew Passion, Bwv 244: Aria. Erbarme dichJohann Sebastian Bach, Ingeborg Danz, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Gott soll allein mein Herze haben, BWV 169: Aria. Stirb in mir, Welt (Alto)Johann Sebastian Bach, Carolyn Watkinson, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn, Helmuth Rilling
Erfreute Zeit im neuen Bunde, BWV 83: Aria. Erfreute Zeit im neuen BundeJohann Sebastian Bach, Helen Watts, Adalbert Kraus, Walter Heldwein, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
St. John Passion, BWV 245: Pt. I: Aria. Von den Strikken meiner Sunden (Alto)Johann Sebastian Bach, Michael Schade, Matthias Goerne, Juliane Banse, Ingeborg Danz, James Taylor, Andreas Schmidt, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Du sollt Gott, deinen Herren, lieben, BWV 77: Aria. Ach, es bleibt in meiner Liebe (Alto)Johann Sebastian Bach, Helen Donath, Júlia Hamari, Adalbert Kraus, Wolfgang Schöne, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Es wartet alles auf dich, BWV 187: Aria. Du Herr, du kronst alleinJohann Sebastian Bach, Maria Friesenhausen, Hildegard Laurich, Wolfgang Schöne, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling