Immerse yourself in the sacred and expressive world of Baroque vocal music with "Kuhnau & Albrici: Sopran Cantatas," a captivating collection of works by Johann Kuhnau and Vincenzo Albrici. Released in 2011, this album presents a program of sacred cantatas for solo soprano, showcasing the mastery of Johann Kuhnau, who served as Bach's immediate predecessor as Thomaskantor in Leipzig. The album features a selection of Kuhnau's deeply spiritual and musically rich compositions, alongside a couple of pieces by Albrici, offering a blend of styles and influences from the Baroque era.
The album spans a duration of 1 hour and 6 minutes, with a tracklist that includes a series of arias and recitatives, each conveying profound religious themes and personal reflections. Highlights include the recurring aria "Weicht ihr Sorgen aus dem Hertzen," which translates to "Depart, you sorrows from the heart," and the powerful aria "Nimm mich mir und gib mich dir," meaning "Take me from myself and give me to you." These pieces, along with others like "Omnia quae fecit Deus" and "Und ob die Feinde Tag und Nacht," demonstrate the composers' ability to blend intricate vocal lines with deeply resonant texts.
"Kuhnau & Albrici: Sopran Cantatas" is a testament to the enduring beauty of Baroque choral music, featuring performances that highlight the technical skill and expressive depth of the solo soprano. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of classical music or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience, showcasing the timeless artistry of Johann Kuhnau and Vincenzo Albrici.
2011 CPO2011 CPO
Tracks
Weicht ihr Sorgen aus dem Hertzen: Aria: Weicht, ihr SorgenJohann Kuhnau, Barbara Christina Steude, Concerto Con Voce, Jan Katzschke
Weicht ihr Sorgen aus dem Hertzen: Recitative: Ich bleib in Gott gelassner RuhJohann Kuhnau, Barbara Christina Steude, Concerto Con Voce, Jan Katzschke
Weicht ihr Sorgen aus dem Hertzen: Aria: Weicht, ihr SorgenJohann Kuhnau, Barbara Christina Steude, Concerto Con Voce, Jan Katzschke
Weicht ihr Sorgen aus dem Hertzen: Recitative: Was frag ich nach der WeltJohann Kuhnau, Barbara Christina Steude, Concerto Con Voce, Jan Katzschke
Weicht ihr Sorgen aus dem Hertzen: Aria: Ich habe Gott, was fehlt mir noch?Johann Kuhnau, Barbara Christina Steude, Concerto Con Voce, Jan Katzschke
Weicht ihr Sorgen aus dem Hertzen: Recitative: So kann ich allen Tand der schnoden Welt verachtenJohann Kuhnau, Barbara Christina Steude, Concerto Con Voce, Jan Katzschke
Weicht ihr Sorgen aus dem Hertzen: Aria: Komm doch, susse StundeJohann Kuhnau, Barbara Christina Steude, Concerto Con Voce, Jan Katzschke
Ach Gott wie laesst du mich verstarrenJohann Kuhnau, Barbara Christina Steude, Concerto Con Voce, Jan Katzschke
Omnia quae fecit DeusVincenzo Albrici, Barbara Christina Steude, Concerto Con Voce, Jan Katzschke
In te Domine speraviJohann Kuhnau, Barbara Christina Steude, Concerto Con Voce, Jan Katzschke
Mihi autem bonum estVincenzo Albrici, Barbara Christina Steude, Concerto Con Voce, Jan Katzschke
Bone Jesu, chare JesuJohann Kuhnau, Barbara Christina Steude, Concerto Con Voce, Jan Katzschke
Und ob die Feinde Tag und Nacht: Aria: Und ob die FeindeJohann Kuhnau, Barbara Christina Steude, Concerto Con Voce, Jan Katzschke
Und ob die Feinde Tag und Nacht: Recitative: Gott unsre feste Burg steht nochJohann Kuhnau, Barbara Christina Steude, Concerto Con Voce, Jan Katzschke
Und ob die Feinde Tag und Nacht: Aria: Wir haben die reinen und seligen LehrenJohann Kuhnau, Barbara Christina Steude, Concerto Con Voce, Jan Katzschke
Und ob die Feinde Tag und Nacht: Recitative: Ein jeder mag nur als ein ChristJohann Kuhnau, Barbara Christina Steude, Concerto Con Voce, Jan Katzschke
Und ob die Feinde Tag und Nacht: Aria: Nimm mich mir und gib mich dirJohann Kuhnau, Barbara Christina Steude, Concerto Con Voce, Jan Katzschke
Johann Kuhnau was a remarkable German polymath whose legacy endures primarily through his compositions, though his talents extended far beyond music. As the Thomaskantor in Leipzig for 21 years, Kuhnau wore many hats—novelist, translator, lawyer, and music theorist—all while creating a rich tapestry of choral works. Today, he is best remembered for his Biblical Sonatas, a collection of programmatic keyboard sonatas published in 1700. Each sonata vividly depicts a specific biblical story, showcasing Kuhnau's unique ability to blend narrative and music. His tenure at Leipzig was followed by the illustrious Johann Sebastian Bach, cementing his place in musical history. Despite the loss of many of his larger vocal works, Kuhnau's innovative approach to musical storytelling continues to captivate audiences and inspire musicians.
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