Buxtehude & Schütz: Sacred Cantatas and Concerto (Audio CD)

Product Information

• Catalog Number: 447 298-2 AMA
• UPC: 028944729825
• Product Type: Compact Disc (Digital Stereo)
• Genre: Classical – Sacred Baroque Music
• Language: Multilingual (Latin, German, Italian, French – with bilingual liner notes)
• Total Running Time: 72'42"
• Publication Date: 1990
• Publisher: Deutsche Grammophon GmbH, Hamburg (ARCHIV PRODUKTION MASTERS)
• Manufactured In: Germany
• Performers:
  • The Monteverdi Choir
  • The English Baroque Soloists
  • Conductor: John Eliot Gardiner
• Cover Art:                                          Additional Credits: Axrisi, S. Francesco Archiv für Kunst und Geschichte, Berlin
  • Cover image by Pietro Lorenzetti, Freskoum 1325/30
  • Additional photos: Stefan Diller and Jim Four

Overview

This digital recording presents a unique juxtaposition of two sacred masterpieces from the Baroque era. On one side, experience Heinrich Schütz’s moving sacred concerto O bone Jesu, fili Mariae (SWV 471), a work that epitomizes the profound spirituality and refined counterpoint of early 17th‑century sacred music. On the other, immerse yourself in Dietrich Buxtehude’s monumental cycle Membra Jesu Nostri (BuxWV 75), a collection of seven cantatas—each part of the cycle vividly portraying different aspects of Christ’s Passion through movements such as:

• I. LAD PEDES (Upon the feet / An die Füße / A ses pieds) – 10:00
• II. IL AD GENUA (Upon the knees / An die Knie / A ses genoux) – 7:14
• III. AD MANUS (Upon the hands / An die Hände / A ses mains) – 9:52
• IV. AD LATUS (Upon the side / An die Seite / A son côté) – 8:23
• V. AD PECTUS (Upon the breast / An die Brust / A sa poitrine) – 11:23
• VI. AD COR (Upon the heart / An das Herz / A son cœur) – 9:29
• VII. AD FACIEM (Upon the face / An das Angesicht / A sa face) – 8:03

Under the inspired direction of John Eliot Gardiner, The Monteverdi Choir and The English Baroque Soloists deliver historically informed performances that illuminate the emotional and spiritual depth of these works.

French Translation – Overview (Aperçu)

Cet enregistrement numérique présente un contraste unique entre deux chefs-d’œuvre sacrés de l’époque baroque. D'une part, découvrez le poignant concerto sacré O bone Jesu, fili Mariae (SWV 471) de Heinrich Schütz, œuvre emblématique de la spiritualité profonde et du contrepoint raffiné de la musique sacrée du début du XVIIe siècle. D'autre part, laissez-vous immerger dans le cycle monumental Membra Jesu Nostri (BuxWV 75) de Dietrich Buxtehude, une collection de sept cantates qui dépeignent avec intensité divers aspects de la Passion du Christ à travers des mouvements tels que :

• I. LAD PEDES (Aux pieds / An die Füße / A ses pieds) – 10:00
• II. IL AD GENUA (Aux genoux / An die Knie / A ses genoux) – 7:14
• III. AD MANUS (Aux mains / An die Hände / A ses mains) – 9:52
• IV. AD LATUS (Au côté / An die Seite / A son côté) – 8:23
• V. AD PECTUS (Sur la poitrine / An die Brust / A sa poitrine) – 11:23
• VI. AD COR (Au cœur / An das Herz / A son cœur) – 9:29
• VII. AD FACIEM (Sur le visage / An das Angesicht / A sa face) – 8:03

Sous la direction inspirée de John Eliot Gardiner, The Monteverdi Choir et The English Baroque Soloists offrent des interprétations historiquement éclairées qui mettent en lumière la profondeur émotionnelle et spirituelle de ces œuvres.

Product Features

• Audio Quality: Digital Stereo (DDD) recording ensures crystal-clear sound and dynamic range.
• Packaging: Premium CD case with extensive bilingual (English/French) liner notes, including historical context and performance insights.
• Performance Highlights:
  • Schütz – O bone Jesu, fili Mariae (SWV 471): A sacred concerto lasting 7'42" that encapsulates early Baroque sacred expression.
  • Buxtehude – Membra Jesu Nostri (BuxWV 75): A cycle of seven cantatas with individual movements representing various aspects of the Passion narrative.
• Artistic Direction:
  • Conducted by John Eliot Gardiner, renowned for his mastery in historically informed performance.
  • Features performances by The Monteverdi Choir and The English Baroque Soloists.

Interesting Facts

English

• Dual Masterpieces:
  • This release uniquely pairs Schütz’s sacred concerto with Buxtehude’s expansive cycle, offering listeners a comprehensive insight into Baroque sacred music.
• Historical Performance:
  • Recorded in digital stereo, the album reflects meticulous attention to historical performance practice and acoustics.
• Visual Appeal:
  • The cover features artwork by Pietro Lorenzetti, evoking the artistic spirit of the early Renaissance, complemented by evocative photography by Stefan Diller and Jim Four.

French Translation – Interesting Facts (Faits Intéressants)

• Double Chefs-d’Œuvre :
  • Cet enregistrement associe de manière unique le concerto sacré de Schütz à l’ample cycle de Buxtehude, offrant aux auditeurs une perspective complète sur la musique sacrée baroque.
• Performance Historique :
  • Enregistré en stéréo numérique, l’album reflète une attention minutieuse aux pratiques d’interprétation historique et à l’acoustique.
• Attrait Visuel :
  • La pochette, illustrée par Pietro Lorenzetti, évoque l’esprit artistique de la première Renaissance, complétée par des photographies évocatrices de Stefan Diller et Jim Four.

Track Listing

1. Heinrich Schütz – O bone Jesu, fili Mariae (SWV 471) – 7:42

2. Dietrich Buxtehude – Membra Jesu Nostri (BuxWV 75) Cycle:

   • I. LAD PEDES (Upon the feet / An die Füße / A ses pieds) – 10:00
   • II. IL AD GENUA (Upon the knees / An die Knie / A ses genoux) – 7:14
   • III. AD MANUS (Upon the hands / An die Hände / A ses mains) – 9:52
   • IV. AD LATUS (Upon the side / An die Seite / A son côté) – 8:23
   • V. AD PECTUS (Upon the breast / An die Brust / A sa poitrine) – 11:23
   • VI. AD COR (Upon the heart / An das Herz / A son cœur) – 9:29
   • VII. AD FACIEM (Upon the face / An das Angesicht / A sa face) – 8:03

Publishers

Released in 1990 by Deutsche Grammophon GmbH, Hamburg, as part of the ARCHIV PRODUKTION MASTERS series. Printed in Germany by Neef, Wittingen. All rights reserved. Unauthorized copying, public performance, and broadcasting are strictly prohibited.

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