Immerse yourself in the profound and sacred compositions of Heinrich Schütz, a towering figure in the world of Baroque music. Released on September 25, 2015, by Accent, "Musikalische Exequien" is a captivating collection of Schütz's most revered works, spanning a concise yet powerful 50 minutes. This album is a testament to Schütz's mastery, featuring his renowned "Musicalische Exequien" (SWV 279-281), a poignant and deeply moving piece composed for a funeral service. The album also includes other funeral motets and sacred choral works, such as "Psalmen Davids" and "Geistliche Chormusik," showcasing Schütz's ability to convey the deepest human emotions through music. The performances are brought to life by a stellar ensemble of vocalists, including Daniel Schreiber, Gerlinde Sämann, and Jens Hamann, under the direction of Wilhelm Ehmann. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience, highlighting the timeless beauty of Schütz's compositions.
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Tracks
Psalmen Davids, Op. 2: No. 4, Aus der Tiefe, SWV 25 (Psalm 130)Heinrich Schütz, La Petite Bande, Sigiswald Kuijken
Das ist je gewisslich wahr, SWV 277Heinrich Schütz, La Petite Bande, Sigiswald Kuijken
Symphoniarum sacrarum II, Op. 10: No. 13, Was betrübst du dich, meine Seele?, SWV 353Heinrich Schütz, Marie Kuijken, Stephan Scherpe, La Petite Bande, Sigiswald Kuijken
Geistliche Chormusik, Op. 11: No. 23, Selig sind die Toten, SWV 391Heinrich Schütz, La Petite Bande, Sigiswald Kuijken
Symphoniarum sacrarum II, Op. 10: No. 20, Zweierlei bitte ich, SWV 360Heinrich Schütz, Daniel Schreiber, Stephan Scherpe, La Petite Bande, Sigiswald Kuijken
Musicalische Exequien, Op. 7: No. 1, Concert in Form einer teutschen Begräbnis-Messe, SWV 279Heinrich Schütz, La Petite Bande, Sigiswald Kuijken
Musicalische Exequien, Op. 7: No. 2, Motet, SWV 280 "Herr, wenn ich nur dich habe"Heinrich Schütz, La Petite Bande, Sigiswald Kuijken
Musicalische Exequien, Op. 7: No. 3, Canticum B. Simeonis, SWV 281 "Herr nun lässest du deinen Diener in Friede fahren"Heinrich Schütz, La Petite Bande, Sigiswald Kuijken
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