Immerse yourself in the timeless brilliance of Johann Sebastian Bach with the album "J.S. Bach: Gloria in excelsis Deo." Released on January 1, 1999, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this classical masterpiece spans a captivating 72 minutes, offering a profound journey through some of Bach's most revered compositions. The album features a meticulously curated selection of choral works, including excerpts from the monumental Mass in B Minor, BWV 232, the profound St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244, and the uplifting Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243. Each piece is a testament to Bach's unparalleled mastery of composition, blending sacred texts with intricate musical structures. The album opens with the majestic "Gloria in excelsis Deo" from the Mass in B Minor, setting the stage for a spiritual and musical odyssey. Highlights include the moving "O Haupt voll Blut und Wunden" from the St. Matthew Passion and the joyous "Jesus bleibet meine Freude" from Cantata BWV 147. Whether you are a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to Bach's works, this album promises an enriching and uplifting experience, showcasing the enduring power and beauty of Bach's sacred choral music.
Mass In B Minor, BWV 232 / Gloria: Gloria in excelsis DeoJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Münchener Bach-Chor
Mass In B Minor, BWV 232 / Gloria: Et in terra paxJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Münchener Bach-Chor
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: III. Sanctus: a. Sanctus, Domine Deus (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Münchener Bach-Chor
Mass In B Minor, BWV 232 / Agnus Dei: Dona nobis pacemJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Münchener Bach-Chor
Matthäus-Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 2: No. 53, Recit. Da nahmen die Kriegsknechte (Evangelist, Chorus I/II)Johann Sebastian Bach, Peter Schreier, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Münchener Bach-Chor, Regensburger Domspatzen, Georg Ratzinger
Matthäus-Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 2: No. 54, Chorale. O Haupt voll Blut und WundenJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Münchener Bach-Chor, Regensburger Domspatzen, Georg Ratzinger
Matthäus-Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 2: No. 68, Chorus. Wir setzen uns mit Tränen niederJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Münchener Bach-Chor, Regensburger Domspatzen, Georg Ratzinger
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: I. Chorus. Magnificat anima meaJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Münchener Bach-Chor
Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147: X. Chorale. Jesus bleibet meine FreudeJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Chor, Solistengemeinschaft Der Bachwoche Ansbach, Karl Richter
Johannes-Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 1: No. 11, Chorale. Wer hat dich so geschlagenJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Münchener Bach-Chor, Karl Richter
Johannes-Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 2: No. 39, Chorus. Ruht wohl, ihr heiligen GebeineJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Münchener Bach-Chor, Karl Richter
Johannes-Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 2: No. 40, Chorale. Ach Herr, lass dein lieb EngeleinJohann Sebastian Bach, Karl Richter, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Münchener Bach-Chor
Gottes Zeit ist die allerbeste Zeit, BWV 106 "Actus tragicus": IIa. Chorus. Gottes Zeit ist die allerbeste ZeitJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Chor, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Gottes Zeit ist die allerbeste Zeit, BWV 106 "Actus tragicus": IV. Chorus. Glorie, Lob, Ehr und HerrlichkeitJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Chor, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott, Cantata BWV 80: I. "Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott"Johann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Chor, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott, Cantata BWV 80: V. "Und wenn die Welt voll Teufel wär"Johann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Chor, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 140: VII. Chorale. Gloria sei dir gesungenJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Münchener Bach-Chor
Weihnachts-Oratorium, BWV 248, Pt. 1: No. 1, Chorus. Jauchzet, frohlocket, auf, preiset die TageJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Münchener Bach-Chor