Experience the timeless artistry of Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau in "Jesu bleibet meine Freude," a captivating collection of sacred and operatic masterpieces. Released on April 26, 2024, via haenssler CLASSIC, this album showcases Fischer-Dieskau's unparalleled vocal prowess and deep connection to the classical repertoire. Spanning just over 31 minutes, the album features 11 meticulously selected tracks that highlight the artist's versatility and mastery.
The album opens with a selection from Johann Sebastian Bach's "St. Matthew Passion," including the iconic "Wenn ich einmal soll scheiden" and "Befiehl du deine Wege." These pieces are complemented by other Bach works such as "Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben" and the beloved "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring." The tracklist also includes lesser-known but equally profound compositions, such as "Der Du Noch in der Letzten Nacht" and "Der Glaube Bright Durch Stahl und Stein," demonstrating Fischer-Dieskau's ability to breathe new life into both familiar and obscure pieces.
Accompanied by Karl Richter and Gerhard Schnitter, along with the Munich Boys Choir, Münchener Bach-Chor, and Münchener Bach-Orchester, Fischer-Dieskau delivers a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply moving. The album is a testament to his enduring legacy in the world of classical music, offering a blend of operatic and sacred works that resonate with both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers to the genre. Whether you are a long-time admirer of Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau or discovering his work for the first time, "Jesu bleibet meine Freude" is a treasure trove of musical excellence that will enrich your collection.
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Tracks
St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 2: No. 62, Wenn ich einmal soll scheidenJohann Sebastian Bach, Ernst Haefliger, Kieth Engen, Irmgard Seefried, Antonia Fahberg, Hertha Töpper, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Max Proebstl, Munich Boys Choir, Münchener Bach-Chor, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Wir gehn getrost an deiner HandMichael Praetorius, Gerhard Schnitter, Solistenensemble, Das
St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 2: No. 44, Befiehl du deine WegeJohann Sebastian Bach, Münchener Bach-Chor, Solistengemeinschaft der Bachwoche, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter
Merk Seele dir dies große Wort!Johann Crüger, Gerhard Schnitter, Solistenensemble, Das
Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147: No. 6, Wohl mir, daß ich Jesum habe - No. 10, Jesu, Joy of Man's DesiringJohann Sebastian Bach, Frankfurter Kantorei, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Denn er hat seinen Engeln befohlen, MWV B 53Felix Mendelssohn, Gerhard Wilhelm, Stuttgarter Hymnus-Chorknaben
Der Du Noch in der Letzten NachtAdam Krieger, Gerhard Schnitter, Solistenensemble, Das
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