Immerse yourself in the rich, sacred choral music of Dietrich Buxtehude with the album "Buxtehude: Abendmusiken," released on Alpha Classics in 2018. This captivating collection showcases the legendary concert series, Abendmusiken, organized by Buxtehude in Lübeck, which even drew the young Johann Sebastian Bach from afar. The album features 22 tracks, spanning a total of 1 hour and 25 minutes, and includes renowned works such as "Gott hilf mir, denn das Wasser geht mir bis an die Seele," "Jesu, meine Freude," and "Herzlich Lieb hab' ich dich, O Herr."
Buxtehude's compositions, performed with outstanding artistry by Vox Luminis, offer a profound exploration of the human spirit and divine connection. The ensemble's pure and unforced voices bring to life the intricate polyphony and expressive melodies that define Buxtehude's unique style. From the somber introspection of "Gott hilf mir" to the jubilant celebration of "Jesu, meine Freude," this album presents a comprehensive journey through Buxtehude's sacred vocal works.
The Abendmusiken series, held at the Marienkirche in Lübeck, was a significant cultural event in the Baroque era, and this album captures the essence of those historic concerts. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of early music or a newcomer to the genre, "Buxtehude: Abendmusiken" offers an enriching and spiritually uplifting listening experience. Delve into the timeless beauty of Buxtehude's choral masterpieces and discover the enduring legacy of one of the most influential composers of the Baroque period.
2018 Alpha Classics / Outhere Music France2017 Vox Luminis & Alpha Classics / Outhere Music France
Tracks
Gott hilf mir, denn das Wasser geht mir bis an die Seele, BuxWV 34: I. SonataDietrich Buxtehude, Ensemble Masques, Olivier Fortin
Gott hilf mir, denn das Wasser geht mir bis an die Seele, BuxWV 34: II. Gott hilf MirDietrich Buxtehude, Vox Luminis, Lionel Meunier, Sebastian Myrus, Ensemble Masques, Olivier Fortin
Gott hilf mir, denn das Wasser geht mir bis an die Seele, BuxWV 34: III. Fürchte dich Nicht!Dietrich Buxtehude, Vox Luminis, Lionel Meunier, Ensemble Masques, Olivier Fortin
Gott hilf mir, denn das Wasser geht mir bis an die Seele, BuxWV 34: IV. Israel hoffe auf den Herren! / Wer hofft in Gott und dem VertrautDietrich Buxtehude, Vox Luminis, Lionel Meunier, Ensemble Masques, Olivier Fortin
Gott hilf mir, denn das Wasser geht mir bis an die Seele, BuxWV 34: V. Ach ja, mein GottDietrich Buxtehude, Vox Luminis, Lionel Meunier, Ensemble Masques, Olivier Fortin
Gott hilf mir, denn das Wasser geht mir bis an die Seele, BuxWV 34: VI. Israel hoffe auf den HerrenDietrich Buxtehude, Vox Luminis, Lionel Meunier, Ensemble Masques, Olivier Fortin
Trio Sonata in A Minor, BuxWV 272Dietrich Buxtehude, Ensemble Masques, Sophie Gent, Mélissande Corriveau, Olivier Fortin
Befiehl dem Engel, dass er komm' in A Minor, BuxWV 10Dietrich Buxtehude, Vox Luminis, Lionel Meunier, Ensemble Masques, Olivier Fortin
Jesu, meine Freude in E Minor, BuxWV 60: I. SonataDietrich Buxtehude, Ensemble Masques, Olivier Fortin
Jesu, meine Freude, BuxWV 60: III. Unter deinem SchirmenDietrich Buxtehude, Vox Luminis, Lionel Meunier, Sara Jäggi, Ensemble Masques, Olivier Fortin
Jesu, meine Freude, BuxWV 60: IV. Trotz dem alten DrachenDietrich Buxtehude, Vox Luminis, Lionel Meunier, Sebastian Myrus, Ensemble Masques, Olivier Fortin
Jesu, meine Freude, BuxWV 60: V. Weg mit allen SchätzenDietrich Buxtehude, Vox Luminis, Lionel Meunier, Zsuzsi Tóth, Stefanie True, Sebastian Myrus, Ensemble Masques, Olivier Fortin
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