Description
Jakub Jan Ryba: Česká mše vánoční (Czech Christmas Mass) / LP
1112 3144 ZA
Product Details:
- Label: Supraphon – 1112 3144 ZA
- Format: Vinyl, LP, Stereo
- Country: Czechoslovakia
- Genre: Classical
Overview
The beloved "Czech Christmas Mass" by Jakub Jan Ryba, also known as "Hej, mistře" (Hey, Master), is a cornerstone of Czech holiday music. This pastoral mass, rich in warmth and joy, celebrates the nativity with vivid storytelling and traditional Czech melodies.
This recording, conducted by Lubomír Mátl, features distinguished soloists, the Czech Philharmonic Chorus, and the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra, accompanied by organist Jaroslav Tvrzský. The performance was recorded at the House of Artists in Prague in April 1982, ensuring a high-quality sound experience that brings the festive spirit to life.
Track Listing
Side 1
- Kyrie – 5:45
- Gloria – 5:40
- Graduale – 3:18
- Credo – 7:28
Side 2
- Offertorium – 6:05
- Sanctus – 2:03
- Benedictus – 3:36
- Agnus Dei – 3:26
- Communio – 2:46
Total Duration: Approximately 40 minutes
Performers
- Soprano: Dagmar Mašková
- Contralto: Hana Jedličková
- Tenor: Josef Osladil
- Bass: Vratislav Vinický
- Organ: Jaroslav Tvrzský
- Chorus: Czech Philharmonic Chorus (Pražský filharmonický sbor)
- Orchestra: Czech Philharmonic Orchestra (Česká filharmonie)
- Conductor: Lubomír Mátl
Recording Details:
- Recorded: April 5–9, 1982, at the Supraphon studio in the House of Artists, Prague
- Recording Director: Jaroslav Krček
- Sound Engineer: Václav Roubal
Key Credits
- Cover Design: Milan Jína
- Cover Photo: Jaroslav Kubec (Nativity Scene at Hebechovice)
- Printed by: Severografia
Box #151
