Die Thomaner: A Year in the Life of the St. Thomas Boys Choir Leipzig – Accentus Music DVD

UPC: 4260234830293

Product Features:

• Title: Die Thomaner: A Year in the Life of the St. Thomas Boys Choir Leipzig
• Directors: Paul Smaczny & Günter Atteln
• Format: DVD
• Language: German
• Subtitles: English, French, Spanish, Japanese, Korean
• Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
• Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital 2.0
• Video: NTSC, 16:9 Anamorphic
• Running Time: 113 minutes (Main feature), 13 minutes (Bonus)
• Release Year: 2012
• Bonus Features: J. S. Bach's St. Matthew Passion (BWV 244) - Selections including Kommt, ihr Töchter and Erbarme dich

Overview

Die Thomaner is a heartwarming and insightful documentary that follows the renowned St. Thomas Boys Choir of Leipzig, one of the world's oldest and most prestigious choirs, throughout an entire year. Directed by Paul Smaczny and Günter Atteln, the film provides an intimate look into the lives of the boys, aged between 9 and 18, as they navigate the challenges of maintaining their world-class musical standards while balancing school, personal growth, and friendship.

Founded in 1212, the St. Thomas Boys Choir is closely linked with the works of Johann Sebastian Bach, who served as their musical director for many years. The documentary covers everything from choir rehearsals and performances to the boys' daily lives at their boarding school and even moments of play on the football field. It offers a behind-the-scenes look at the joys, pressures, and experiences of these young musicians as they embark on a tour to South America.

Interesting Facts

• The St. Thomas Boys Choir is over 800 years old, making it one of the longest-standing musical institutions in the world.
• Johann Sebastian Bach served as the cantor of the St. Thomas Boys Choir from 1723 until his death in 1750, leaving a lasting legacy with the choir.
• The documentary not only showcases the boys’ musical performances but also delves into their personal lives, capturing their triumphs and struggles as they grow both as individuals and as musicians.
• The bonus content features selections from Bach’s St. Matthew Passion, highlighting the choir’s extraordinary vocal abilities.
• The film was co-produced by ARTE, MDR, and NHK, with support from Mitteldeutsche Medienförderung.

Bonus Features:

• Excerpts from Johann Sebastian Bach's St. Matthew Passion (BWV 244)
  • Nr. 1 Chor: Kommt, ihr Töchter
  • Nr. 39 Arie (Alt): Erbarme dich
  • Nr. 60 Chorale: O Haupt voll Blut und Wunden

Publishers

• Accentus Music
• In collaboration with: MDR, ARTE, and NHK

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