Immerse yourself in the profound and sacred works of Heinrich Schütz, masterfully interpreted by the Ricercar Consort. This album, released in 1995 under the Ricercar label, is a meticulous exploration of Schütz's choral and chamber music, spanning a captivating two hours and seventeen minutes. The Ricercar Consort, known for their exceptional skill and historical insight, delivers a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply moving.
The album features two significant works: "Die sieben Worte Jesu Christi am Kreuz" and "Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi." The former is a poignant meditation on the seven last words of Christ on the cross, while the latter narrates the story of Christ's resurrection with vivid detail and emotional depth. Each piece is a testament to Schütz's mastery of choral writing and his ability to convey the divine through music.
The Ricercar Consort's interpretation is marked by its clarity, precision, and expressive depth. Their performance brings out the intricate polyphony and harmonic richness of Schütz's music, offering a listening experience that is both intellectually stimulating and spiritually uplifting. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of early music or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises a rewarding and enriching experience.
2008 OuthereRicercar (1995 - 1998)
Tracks
Die sieben Worte Jesu Christi am Kreuz: I. IntroïtusHeinrich Schütz, Agnès Mellon, Steve Dugardin, Stephan Van Dijck, Paul Agnew, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Die sieben Worte Jesu Christi am Kreuz: II. SymphoniaHeinrich Schütz, Agnès Mellon, Steve Dugardin, Stephan Van Dijck, Paul Agnew, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Die sieben Worte Jesu Christi am Kreuz: III. Die sieben WorteHeinrich Schütz, Agnès Mellon, Steve Dugardin, Stephan Van Dijck, Paul Agnew, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Die sieben Worte Jesu Christi am Kreuz: IV. SymphoniaHeinrich Schütz, Agnès Mellon, Steve Dugardin, Stephan Van Dijck, Paul Agnew, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Die sieben Worte Jesu Christi am Kreuz: V. ConclusioHeinrich Schütz, Agnès Mellon, Steve Dugardin, Stephan Van Dijck, Paul Agnew, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi: I. ChorusHeinrich Schütz, Mark Padmore, Steve Dugardin, Paul Agnew, Agnès Mellon, Monika Mauch, An Mertens, Stephan Van Dijck, Marius Van Altena, Michel Van Goethem, Dirk Snellings, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi: II. Der OstermorgenHeinrich Schütz, Mark Padmore, Steve Dugardin, Paul Agnew, Agnès Mellon, Monika Mauch, An Mertens, Stephan Van Dijck, Marius Van Altena, Michel Van Goethem, Dirk Snellings, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi: III. Jesus erscheint Maria MagdalenaHeinrich Schütz, Mark Padmore, Steve Dugardin, Paul Agnew, Agnès Mellon, Monika Mauch, An Mertens, Stephan Van Dijck, Marius Van Altena, Michel Van Goethem, Dirk Snellings, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi: IV. Der Jüngling in GrabeHeinrich Schütz, Mark Padmore, Steve Dugardin, Paul Agnew, Agnès Mellon, Monika Mauch, An Mertens, Stephan Van Dijck, Marius Van Altena, Michel Van Goethem, Dirk Snellings, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi: V. Jesus erscheintden FrauenHeinrich Schütz, Mark Padmore, Steve Dugardin, Paul Agnew, Agnès Mellon, Monika Mauch, An Mertens, Stephan Van Dijck, Marius Van Altena, Michel Van Goethem, Dirk Snellings, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi: VI. Rat der HohenpriesterHeinrich Schütz, Mark Padmore, Steve Dugardin, Paul Agnew, Agnès Mellon, Monika Mauch, An Mertens, Stephan Van Dijck, Marius Van Altena, Michel Van Goethem, Dirk Snellings, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi: VII. Jesus erscheint den EmmaüsjüngernHeinrich Schütz, Mark Padmore, Steve Dugardin, Paul Agnew, Agnès Mellon, Monika Mauch, An Mertens, Stephan Van Dijck, Marius Van Altena, Michel Van Goethem, Dirk Snellings, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi: VIII. Jesus erscheint den Elf JüngernHeinrich Schütz, Mark Padmore, Steve Dugardin, Paul Agnew, Agnès Mellon, Monika Mauch, An Mertens, Stephan Van Dijck, Marius Van Altena, Michel Van Goethem, Dirk Snellings, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Historia der Auferstehung Jesu Christi: IX. BeschlußHeinrich Schütz, Mark Padmore, Steve Dugardin, Paul Agnew, Agnès Mellon, Monika Mauch, An Mertens, Stephan Van Dijck, Marius Van Altena, Michel Van Goethem, Dirk Snellings, Job Boswinkel, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: I. Sinfonia and ChorusJohann Sebastiani, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: II. The Last SupperJohann Sebastiani, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: III. The Mount of OlivesJohann Sebastiani, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: IV. The ArrestJohann Sebastiani, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: V. Peter's DenialJohann Sebastiani, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: VI. SonataSamuel Ebart, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: VII. Jesus Before PilateJohann Sebastiani, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: VIII. Intrada et LamentoDavid Funk, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: IX. The CrucifixionJohann Sebastiani, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: X. The Burial in the TombJohann Sebastiani, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
Matthäus Passion: XI. Trauer-KlagAndreas Scharmann, Greta de Reyghere, Vincent Gregoire, Stephan Van Dijck, Hervé Lamy, Max van Egmond, Ricercar Consort, Philippe Pierlot
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