Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Johann Sebastian Bach's "Bach: Adventskantaten," a captivating collection of Advent cantatas that showcase the composer's unparalleled mastery of classical music. Released on September 8, 2023, under Warner Music Group - X5 Music Group, this album is a treasure trove of 20 tracks spanning a total of 1 hour and 4 minutes. The album features renowned works such as "Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 61" and "Schwingt freudig euch empor, BWV 36," among others, offering a rich tapestry of choral and instrumental compositions that are sure to enchant classical music enthusiasts.
Performed by esteemed artists including the Holland Boys Choir and the Netherlands Bach Collegium, under the direction of Pieter Jan Leusink, this album brings to life the intricate and profound compositions of Bach. The cantatas, originally composed for the Advent season, are a testament to Bach's ability to blend sacred text with melodic and harmonic brilliance. Whether you're a seasoned classical music aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, "Bach: Adventskantaten" promises a deeply moving and enriching listening experience.
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Tracks
Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 61: I. Overture. Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland (Choir)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Tolz Boys' Choir
Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 61: II. Recitative. Der Heiland ist gekommen (Tenor)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Kurt Equiluz, Concentus Musicus Wien
Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 61: III. Aria. Komm, Jesu, komm zu deiner Kirche (Tenor)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Kurt Equiluz, Concentus Musicus Wien
Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 61: IV. Recitative. Siehe, ich stehe vor der Tür (Bass)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Ruud Van Der Meer, Concentus Musicus Wien
Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 61: V. Aria. Öffne dich, mein ganzes Herze (Boy Soprano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Seppi Kronwitter, Concentus Musicus Wien
Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 61: VI. Chorale. Amen, Amen! komm du schöne Freudenkrone (Choir)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Tolz Boys' Choir
Schwingt freudig euch empor, BWV 36: I. Chorus. Schwingt freudig euch empor (Choir)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Chorus Viennensis, Vienna Boys' Choir
Schwingt freudig euch empor, BWV 36: II. Chorale. Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland (Boy Soprano, Counter-Tenor)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Peter Jelosits, Paul Esswood, Concentus Musicus Wien
Schwingt freudig euch empor, BWV 36: III. Aria. Die Liebe zieht mit sanften Schritten (Tenor)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Kurt Equiluz, Concentus Musicus Wien
Schwingt freudig euch empor, BWV 36: IV. Chorale. Zwingt die Saiten in Cythara (Choir)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Chorus Viennensis, Vienna Boys' Choir
Schwingt freudig euch empor, BWV 36: V. Aria. Willkommen, werter Schatz (Bass)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Ruud Van Der Meer, Concentus Musicus Wien
Schwingt freudig euch empor, BWV 36: VI. Chorale. Der du bist dem Vater gleich (Tenor)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Kurt Equiluz, Concentus Musicus Wien
Schwingt freudig euch empor, BWV 36: VII. Aria. Auch mit gedämpften, schwachen Stimmen (Soprano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Peter Jelosits, Concentus Musicus Wien
Schwingt freudig euch empor, BWV 36: VIII. Chorale. Lob sei Gott, dem Vater, g'ton (Choir)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Chorus Viennensis, Vienna Boys' Choir
Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 62: I. Chorale. Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Tolz Boys' Choir
Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 62: II. Aria. Bewundert, o Menschen, dies grosse Geheimnis (Tenor)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Kurt Equiluz, Concentus Musicus Wien
Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 62: III. Recitative. So geht aus Gottes Herrlichkeit (Bass)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Ruud Van Der Meer, Concentus Musicus Wien
Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 62: IV. Aria. Streite, siege, starker Held (Bass)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Ruud Van Der Meer, Concentus Musicus Wien
Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 62: V. Recitative. Wir ehren diese Herrlichkeit (Boy Soprano, Counter-Tenor)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Paul Esswood, Peter Jelosits, Concentus Musicus Wien
Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 62: VI. Chorale. Lob sei Gott, dem Vater, ton (Choir)Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus Wien, Tolz Boys' Choir
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