Immerse yourself in the profound and spiritual compositions of Johann Sebastian Bach with the album "Consolatio - Bach: Cantatas Nos. 22, 75 & 127." Released on February 16, 2018, under the Mirare label, this classical masterpiece spans a duration of 1 hour and 6 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of Bach's cantatas.
The album features three of Bach's most renowned cantatas: No. 22 "Jesus nahm zu sich die Zwölfe," No. 75 "Die Elenden sollen essen," and No. 127 "Herr Jesu Christ, wahr' Mensch und Gott." Each cantata is a testament to Bach's unparalleled skill in blending vocal and instrumental elements to create deeply moving and theologically rich works. The performances are marked by their precision, emotional depth, and the exquisite interplay between soloists and ensemble.
Notable tracks include the stirring chorus "Die Elenden sollen essen" from Cantata No. 75, the reflective aria "Mein Jesu, ziehe mich nach dir" from Cantata No. 22, and the serene "Die Seele ruht in Jesu Händen" from Cantata No. 127. The album showcases the collaborative artistry of renowned singers and musicians, bringing Bach's sacred music to life with a sense of reverence and passion.
"Consolatio" is not just a collection of cantatas; it is a journey through Bach's spiritual and musical genius. Whether you are a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to Bach's works, this album offers a profound and enriching listening experience.
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Tracks
Cantata, BWV 75 "Die Elenden sollen essen", Prima parte: I. Chorus. Die Elenden sollen essenJohann Sebastian Bach, Hannah Morrison, Carlos Mena, Hans-Jörg Mammel, Matthias Vieweg, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Cantata, BWV 75 "Die Elenden sollen essen", Prima parte: II. Recitativo. Was hilft des Purpurs Majestät (Bass)Johann Sebastian Bach, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot, Mathias Vieweg
Cantata, BWV 75 "Die Elenden sollen essen", Prima parte: III. Aria. Mein Jesus soll mein alles sein (Tenor)Johann Sebastian Bach, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot, Hans-Jörg Mammel
Cantata, BWV 75 "Die Elenden sollen essen", Prima parte: IV. Recitativo. Gott stürzet und erhöhet (Tenor)Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans-Jörg Mammel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Cantata, BWV 75 "Die Elenden sollen essen", Prima parte: V. Aria. Ich nehme mein Leiden mit Freuden auf mich (Soprano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot, Hannah Morrison
Cantata, BWV 75 "Die Elenden sollen essen", Prima parte: VI. Recitativo. Indes schenkt Gott ein gut GewissenJohann Sebastian Bach, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot, Hannah Morrison
Cantata, BWV 75 "Die Elenden sollen essen", Prima parte: VII. Chorale. Was Gott tut, das ist wohlgetanJohann Sebastian Bach, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot, Hannah Morrison, Carlos Mena, Hans-Jörg Mammel
Cantata, BWV 75 "Die Elenden sollen essen", Seconda parte: VIII. SinfoniaJohann Sebastian Bach, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Cantata, BWV 75 "Die Elenden sollen essen", Seconda parte: IX. Recitativo. Nur eines kränkt ein christliches Gemüte (Alto)Johann Sebastian Bach, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot, Carlos Mena
Cantata, BWV 75 "Die Elenden sollen essen", Seconda parte: X. Aria. Jesus macht mich geistlich reich (Alto)Johann Sebastian Bach, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot, Carlos Mena
Cantata, BWV 75 "Die Elenden sollen essen", Seconda parte: XI. Recitativo. Wer nur in Jesu bleibt (Bass)Johann Sebastian Bach, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot, Mathias Vieweg
Cantata, BWV 75 "Die Elenden sollen essen", Seconda parte: XII. Aria. Mein Herze glaubt und liebt (Tenor)Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans-Jörg Mammel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Cantata, BWV 75 "Die Elenden sollen essen", Seconda parte: XIII. Recitativo. O Armut, der kein Reichtum gleichtJohann Sebastian Bach, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot, Hans-Jörg Mammel
Cantata, BWV 75 "Die Elenden sollen essen", Seconda parte: XIV. Chorale. Was Gott tut, das ist wohlgetanJohann Sebastian Bach, Hannah Morrison, Carlos Mena, Hans-Jörg Mammel, Matthias Vieweg, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Cantata, BWV 22 "Jesus nahm zu sich die Zwölfe": I. Concerto. Jesu nahm zu sich die Zwölfe (Tenor, Bass)Johann Sebastian Bach, Hannah Morrison, Carlos Mena, Hans-Jörg Mammel, Matthias Vieweg, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Cantata, BWV 22 "Jesus nahm zu sich die Zwölfe": II. Aria. Mein Jesu, ziehe mich nach dir (Alto)Johann Sebastian Bach, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot, Carlos Mena
Cantata, BWV 22 "Jesus nahm zu sich die Zwölfe": III. Recitativo. Mein Jesu, ziehe mich, so werd ich laufen (Bass)Johann Sebastian Bach, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot, Mathias Vieweg
Cantata, BWV 22 "Jesus nahm zu sich die Zwölfe": IV. Aria. Mein alles in allem, mein ewiges Gut (Tenor)Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans-Jörg Mammel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Cantata, BWV 22 "Jesus nahm zu sich die Zwölfe": V. Chorale. Ertöt uns durch dein GüteJohann Sebastian Bach, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot, Hannah Morrison, Carlos Mena, Hans-Jörg Mammel
Cantata, BWV 127 "Herr Jesu Christ, wahr' Mensch und Gott": I. Chorus. Herr Jesu Christ, wahr' Mensch und GottJohann Sebastian Bach, Hannah Morrison, Carlos Mena, Hans-Jörg Mammel, Matthias Vieweg, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Cantata, BWV 127 "Herr Jesu Christ, wahr' Mensch und Gott": II. Recitativo. Wenn alles sich zur letzten Zeit entsetzet (Tenor)Johann Sebastian Bach, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot, Hans-Jörg Mammel
Cantata, BWV 127 "Herr Jesu Christ, wahr' Mensch und Gott": III. Aria. Die Seele ruht in Jesu Händen (Soprano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot, Hannah Morrison
Cantata, BWV 127 "Herr Jesu Christ, wahr' Mensch und Gott": IV. Recitativo. Wenn einstens die Posaunen schallen (Bass)Johann Sebastian Bach, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot, Mathias Vieweg
Cantata, BWV 127 "Herr Jesu Christ, wahr' Mensch und Gott": V. Chorale. Ach Herr, vergib all unsre SchuldJohann Sebastian Bach, Hannah Morrison, Carlos Mena, Hans-Jörg Mammel, Matthias Vieweg, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot