Wilhelm Friedemann Bach - Cantatas - DVD

UPC: 4260234830026

Product Features

• Format: DVD, NTSC, Region Code 0 (Region Free)
• Conductor: Ralf Otto
• Ensemble: Bachchor Mainz, L'arpa festante
• Vocalists:
  • Dorothee Mields (Soprano)
  • Gerhild Romberger (Alto)
  • Georg Poplutz (Tenor)
  • Klaus Mertens (Bass)
• Works Included:Recording Location: Live at the Augustinerkirche, Mainz, on June 1, 2010
  • Wohl dem, der den Herren fürchtet (BR-WFB F 19)
  • Sinfonia in D minor (BR-WFB C 7)
  • O Wunder, wer kann dieses fassen (BR-WFB F 2)
  • Ach, dass du den Himmel zerrissest (BR-WFB F 3)
  • Gott fähret auf mit Jauchzen (BR-WFB F 10)
• Running Time: Approx. 90 minutes
• Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS
• Subtitles: None (Music Performance)
• Region Code: 0 (Region Free)
• Picture Format: 16:9

Overview

This world-premiere recording marks the 300th anniversary of Wilhelm Friedemann Bach (1710–1784), the eldest son of Johann Sebastian Bach. Rediscovered in 1999 after being lost in the aftermath of World War II, these cantatas by Wilhelm Friedemann showcase the brilliance and creativity of a composer long overshadowed by his father. Featuring the Bachchor Mainz and L'arpa festante, under the direction of Ralf Otto, this DVD presents a fascinating journey through some of Bach’s most ambitious and spiritually profound works, originally written for Christmas and Ascension. The performances, led by acclaimed soloists such as Dorothee Mields and Klaus Mertens, capture the beauty and complexity of these long-forgotten masterpieces.

Interesting Facts

• Rediscovered Masterpieces: Many of Wilhelm Friedemann Bach's works were lost after World War II and only rediscovered in Kiev in 1999, making this recording a significant cultural revival.
• 300th Anniversary Celebration: This recording was produced to celebrate the 300th anniversary of Wilhelm Friedemann Bach’s birth, paying tribute to his contribution to Baroque music.
• Renowned Performers: The vocal and instrumental ensemble features top-tier musicians, including soprano Dorothee Mields, known for her exceptional interpretations of Baroque music.
• Unique Artistic Legacy: As Johann Sebastian Bach's eldest son, Wilhelm Friedemann carved out his own path in music, blending his father's influence with innovative approaches, which are evident in these cantatas.

Publishers

• Label: Accentus Music
• Year: 2010
• Website: www.accentus.com

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