Immerse yourself in the sacred and profound compositions of Antonio Caldara with this captivating album, released on July 26, 2000, under the Naxos label. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 3 minutes, this collection showcases Caldara's mastery during his Viennese period, particularly tailored for the court's Lenten schedule.
The album opens with the stirring "Sinfonia No. 6 in G minor," an arrangement from the oratorio "Sant' Elena al Calvario," followed by the deeply moving "Stabat Mater." This sequence of twelve tracks delves into the sorrow and devotion of the Virgin Mary, each movement building on the last to create a powerful narrative.
The second half of the album features the "Sinfonia No. 10 in E Minor," derived from the oratorio "Gioseffo, che interpreta i sogni," and the "Missa Dolorosa." This six-part mass is a testament to Caldara's ability to blend sacred text with compelling musical expression, culminating in a profound spiritual experience.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience, highlighting the timeless beauty of Caldara's compositions.
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Tracks
Sinfonia No. 6 in G minor (arrangement of oratorio sinfonia San Elena al Calvario): Sant' Elena al Calvario: Introduzione, "Sinfonia No. 6 in G Minor"Antonio Caldara, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: I. Stabat Mater dolorosaAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: II. Cujus animam gementemAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: III. Quis est homeAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: IV. Sancta MaterAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: V. Tui nati vulneratiAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: VI. Fac me tecumAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: VII. Juxta crucemAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: VIII. Virgo virginumAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: IX. Fac, ut portemAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: X. Flammis ne urar succensusAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: XI. Christe, cum sit hinc exireAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Stabat Mater: XII. Fac ut animae donaturAntonio Caldara, Diego Fasolis, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Sinfonia No. 10 in E Minor (arrangement of oratorio sinfonia Gioseffo, che interpreta i sogni): Gioseffo che interpreta i sogni: Introduzione, "Sinfonia No. 10 in E Minor"Antonio Caldara, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Missa Dolorosa: I. KyrieAntonio Caldara, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Missa Dolorosa: II. GloriaAntonio Caldara, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Missa Dolorosa: III. CredoAntonio Caldara, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Missa Dolorosa: IV. SanctusAntonio Caldara, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Missa Dolorosa: V. BenedictusAntonio Caldara, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
Missa Dolorosa: VI. Agnus DeiAntonio Caldara, Swiss Radio Choir, Aura Musicale Ensemble, Rene Clemencic
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