Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach: VOKALWERKE VOCAL WORKS / Audio CD

UPC 811691014531

Product Details:

• Label: Phoenix Edition
• Format: 2 CDs, Compilation
• Country: Austria
• Released: 2011 (Original Recordings: 1988 by Capriccio)
• Genre: Classical

Overview

"Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach: VOKALWERKE VOCAL WORKS" is an exquisite 2-CD collection featuring some of the most compelling sacred choral and vocal compositions by C.P.E. Bach. The Rheinische Kantorei and Das Kleine Konzert, conducted by Hermann Max, bring these masterful works to life with precision and reverence. From the grandeur of Klopstocks Morgengesang am Schöpfungsfeste to the solemn beauty of Wer ist so würdig als du, this collection highlights Bach's devotion to sacred music and his innovative use of orchestration.

This release includes cantatas and choral pieces performed with historical accuracy, showcasing the depth of Bach's spiritual compositions. Featuring notable soloists such as Barbara Schlick (soprano), Johanna Koslowsky (soprano), Hilke Helling (contralto), Wilfried Jochens (tenor), and Gotthold Schwarz (bass), this is a treasure for enthusiasts of Baroque and Classical sacred music.

Track Listing

CD 1

1. Klopstocks Morgengesang am Schöpfungsfeste, Wq 239 (1784) – For 2 sopranos, chorus, and orchestra.
2. Auf, schicke dich recht feierlich, Wq 249 (1775) – For soprano, contralto, tenor, bass, chorus, and orchestra.
3. Anbetung dem Erbarmer, Wq 243 (before 1784) – Cantata for soprano, contralto, tenor, bass, chorus, and orchestra.
4. Heilig, Wq 217 (1776) – For contralto solo, two four-part choirs, and two orchestras.

CD 2

1. Gnädig und barmherzig ist der Herr, Wq 250 (1785) – Cantata for soprano, contralto, tenor, bass, chorus, and orchestra.
2. Wer ist so würdig als du, Wq 222 (1774) – For chorus, 3 trumpets, timpani, 2 oboes, strings, and basso continuo.
3. Der Herr lebet, Wq 251 – Cantata for soprano, contralto, tenor, bass, chorus, and orchestra.

Key Credits

• Conductor: Hermann Max
• Performers:
  • Barbara Schlick (Soprano 1)
  • Johanna Koslowsky (Soprano 2)
  • Hilke Helling (Contralto)
  • Wilfried Jochens (Tenor)
  • Gotthold Schwarz (Bass)
• Ensembles: Rheinische Kantorei and Das Kleine Konzert
• Photography: Manfred Altgott
• Design: sowiesodesign.de
• Original Recording: Licensed by Capriccio (1988)