Immerse yourself in the profound and sacred sounds of Johann Sebastian Bach's "Messe h-Moll / Mass in B Minor (BWV 232)," a masterful rendition of the Mass ordinary that stands as Bach's sole complete setting of the Latin Ordinarium missae. Released on September 12, 2003, under the Rondeau Production label, this classical masterpiece spans a duration of 1 hour and 48 minutes, offering a rich and immersive listening experience.
Comprising 25 tracks, the album delves into the intricate and spiritual compositions of Bach, who crafted this monumental work towards the end of his life, primarily in 1748. The Mass in B minor is renowned for its complexity and beauty, featuring a blend of soloists, choir, and orchestra that brings the Latin text to life with unparalleled depth and emotion.
From the solemn "Kyrie eleison" to the triumphant "Gloria," the album takes you through the various sections of the Mass, each track a testament to Bach's genius and the enduring power of his music. The "Credo" section, with its profound declarations of faith, and the serene "Sanctus" are particularly notable, showcasing Bach's ability to convey the sacred through music.
This album is not just a collection of tracks but a comprehensive journey through one of the most significant works in classical music. Whether you are a seasoned fan of Bach's compositions or a newcomer to his music, "Messe h-Moll / Mass in B Minor (BWV 232)" offers a timeless exploration of faith, artistry, and the human spirit.
2003 Rondeau Production GmbH2003 Rondeau Production GmbH
Tracks
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), I. Kyrie: Kyrie eleisonJohann Sebastian Bach, Windsbacher Knabenchor, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), I. Kyrie: Christe eleisonJohann Sebastian Bach, Christine Schäfer, Ingeborg Danz, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), I. Kyrie: Kyrie eleison IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Windsbacher Knabenchor, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), II. Gloria: Gloria in excelsis - Et in terra paxJohann Sebastian Bach, Windsbacher Knabenchor, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), II. Gloria: Laudamus teJohann Sebastian Bach, Ingeborg Danz, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), II. Gloria: Gratias agimus tibiJohann Sebastian Bach, Windsbacher Knabenchor, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), II. Gloria: Domine DeusJohann Sebastian Bach, Christine Schäfer, Markus Schäfer, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), II. Gloria: Qui tollis in peccata mundiJohann Sebastian Bach, Windsbacher Knabenchor, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), II. Gloria: Qui sedes ad dextram PatrisJohann Sebastian Bach, Ingeborg Danz, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), II. Gloria: Quoniam tu solus sanctusJohann Sebastian Bach, Thomas Quasthoff, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), II. Gloria: Cum Sancto SpirituJohann Sebastian Bach, Windsbacher Knabenchor, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), III. Credo: Credo in unum DeumJohann Sebastian Bach, Windsbacher Knabenchor, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), III. Credo: Patrem omnipotentemJohann Sebastian Bach, Windsbacher Knabenchor, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), III. Credo: Et in unum DominumJohann Sebastian Bach, Christine Schäfer, Ingeborg Danz, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), III. Credo: Et incarnatus estJohann Sebastian Bach, Windsbacher Knabenchor, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), III. Credo: CrucifixusJohann Sebastian Bach, Windsbacher Knabenchor, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), III. Credo: Et resurrexitJohann Sebastian Bach, Windsbacher Knabenchor, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), III. Credo: Et in Spiritum sanctum DominumJohann Sebastian Bach, Thomas Quasthoff, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), III. Credo: Confiteor - Et exspectoJohann Sebastian Bach, Windsbacher Knabenchor, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), IV. Sanctus: SanctusJohann Sebastian Bach, Windsbacher Knabenchor, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), IV. Sanctus: Osanna in excelsisJohann Sebastian Bach, Windsbacher Knabenchor, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), IV. Sanctus: BenedictusJohann Sebastian Bach, Ingeborg Danz, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), IV. Sanctus: Osanna in excelsis IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Windsbacher Knabenchor, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), V. Agnus Dei: Agnus DeiJohann Sebastian Bach, Ingeborg Danz, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer
Messe H-moll (BWV 232), V. Agnus Dei: Dona nobis pacemJohann Sebastian Bach, Windsbacher Knabenchor, German Chamber Academy Neuss, Karl-Friedrich Beringer