Immerse yourself in the timeless mastery of Johann Sebastian Bach with the album "J.S. Bach: Osteroratorium, Magnificat." Released on January 1, 2005, under the prestigious Decca label, this classical gem spans a captivating 78 minutes, offering a profound exploration of Bach's musical genius. The album is a meticulous curation of two of Bach's most celebrated works: the Easter Oratorio (BWV 249) and the Magnificat in D Major (BWV 243). The Easter Oratorio, a vibrant and joyous composition, opens with the lively "Sinfonia" and unfolds through a series of recitatives, arias, and choruses that narrate the story of Easter with unparalleled depth and emotion. The Magnificat, a grand choral work, showcases Bach's ability to blend sacred text with sublime melody, featuring a chorus of angelic voices and arias that resonate with divine inspiration. This album is a testament to Bach's enduring influence and the timeless beauty of his music, making it an essential addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
Oster-Oratorium, BWV 249: I. SinfoniaJohann Sebastian Bach, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Oster-Oratorium, BWV 249: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Helmut Winschermann, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Oster-Oratorium, BWV 249: III. Duetto e Coro "Kommt, eilet und laufet"Johann Sebastian Bach, Werner Krenn, Tom Krause, Wiener Akademie-Chor, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Oster-Oratorium, BWV 249: IV. Recitativo "O kalter Männer Sinn"Johann Sebastian Bach, Elly Ameling, Helen Watts, Werner Krenn, Tom Krause, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Oster-Oratorium, BWV 249: V. Aria "Seele, deine Spezereien"Johann Sebastian Bach, Elly Ameling, Johannes Bruning, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Oster-Oratorium, BWV 249: VI. Recitativo "Hier ist die Gruft"Johann Sebastian Bach, Helen Watts, Werner Krenn, Tom Krause, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Oster-Oratorium, BWV 249: VII. Aria "Sanfte soll mein Todeskummer"Johann Sebastian Bach, Werner Krenn, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Oster-Oratorium, BWV 249: VIII. Recitativo "Indessen seufzen wir"Johann Sebastian Bach, Elly Ameling, Helen Watts, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Oster-Oratorium, BWV 249: IX. Aria "Saget, saget mir geschwinde"Johann Sebastian Bach, Helen Watts, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Oster-Oratorium, BWV 249: X. Recitativo "Wir sind erfreut"Johann Sebastian Bach, Tom Krause, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Oster-Oratorium, BWV 249: XI. Chorus"Preis und Dank bleibe"Johann Sebastian Bach, Wiener Akademie-Chor, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: Chorus "Magnificat"Johann Sebastian Bach, Wiener Akademie-Chor, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: Aria "Et exsultavit spiritus meus"Johann Sebastian Bach, Hanneke Van Bork, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: Aria "Quia respexit humilitatem"Johann Sebastian Bach, Elly Ameling, Wiener Akademie-Chor, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: Aria "Quia fecit mihi magna"Johann Sebastian Bach, Tom Krause, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: Aria (Duet) "Et misericordia"Johann Sebastian Bach, Helen Watts, Werner Krenn, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: Chorus "Fecit potentiam"Johann Sebastian Bach, Wiener Akademie-Chor, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: Aria "Deposuit potentes"Johann Sebastian Bach, Werner Krenn, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: Aria "Esurientes implevit bonis"Johann Sebastian Bach, Helen Watts, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: Aria (Terzetto) "Suscepit Israel"Johann Sebastian Bach, Elly Ameling, Hanneke Van Bork, Helen Watts, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: Chorus "Sicut locutus est"Johann Sebastian Bach, Wiener Akademie-Chor, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger
Magnificat in D Major, BWV 243: Chorus "Gloria Patri"Johann Sebastian Bach, Wiener Akademie-Chor, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra, Karl Münchinger