Dive into the rich tapestry of Baroque choral music with Dietrich Buxtehude's "Opera Omnia XX - Vocal Works 10," a captivating collection released in 2014. This double album, spanning over two and a half hours, is the final installment in a series that celebrates the composer's extensive vocal works, meticulously curated and performed by the renowned Ton Koopman, the Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir. With a blend of sacred and secular pieces, this album showcases Buxtehude's mastery of the choral form, from the jubilant "Nun freut euch, ihr Frommen, mit mir" to the contemplative "Jesu, meine Freude." Each track is a testament to Buxtehude's unique voice and his enduring influence on Baroque music. The album is a treasure trove for fans of choral music, offering a comprehensive exploration of Buxtehude's vocal repertoire, expertly performed and recorded. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of Baroque music or a curious newcomer, this album promises an enriching and enjoyable listening experience.
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Tracks
Walts Gott, mein Werk ich lasse, BuxWV 103Dietrich Buxtehude, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
Du Lebensfürst, Herr Jesu Christ, BuxWV 22Dietrich Buxtehude, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
Wie schmeckt es so lieblich und wohl, BuxWV 108Dietrich Buxtehude, Klaus Mertens, Maarten Engeltjes, Ton Koopman, Verena Gropper, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
Auf, Saiten, auf! Laßt euren Schall erklingen! BuxWV 115Dietrich Buxtehude, Ton Koopman, Gerlinde Samann, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
O lux beata, trinitas et principalis unitas, BuxWV 89Dietrich Buxtehude, Dorothee Wohlgemuth, Verena Gropper, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
Nun freut euch, ihr Frommen, mit mir, BuxWV 80Dietrich Buxtehude, Ton Koopman, Verena Gropper, Dorothee Wohlgemuth, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
Der Herr ist mit mir, darum fürchte ich mich nicht, BuxWV 15Dietrich Buxtehude, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
Dixit Dominus Domino meo, BuxWV 17Dietrich Buxtehude, Ton Koopman, Amaryllis Dieltiens, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
Kommst du, Licht der Heiden, BuxWV 66Dietrich Buxtehude, Maarten Engeltjes, Ton Koopman, Miriam Feuersinger, Klaus Mertens, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
O fröhliche Stunden, o herrliche Zeit, BuxWV 85Dietrich Buxtehude, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
O Jesu mi dulcissime, BuxWV 88Dietrich Buxtehude, Dorothee Wohlgemuth, Ton Koopman, Verena Gropper, Klaus Mertens, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
Ecce nunc benedicite Domino, BuxWV 23Dietrich Buxtehude, Ton Koopman, Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir
Dietrich Buxtehude, born around 1637, was a pioneering Danish-German composer and organist of the Baroque era, renowned for his profound influence on the North German organ school. His innovative compositions, spanning vocal and instrumental genres, left an indelible mark on the musical landscape, inspiring titans like Johann Sebastian Bach and George Frideric Handel. Buxtehude's organ works, in particular, are staples of the classical repertoire, celebrated for their technical brilliance and emotional depth. His legacy includes the founding of the Abendmusik tradition in Lübeck, a series of public concerts that showcased his mastery and creativity. Buxtehude's music, characterized by its rich textures and expressive power, continues to captivate audiences and musicians alike, securing his place as one of the most important composers of the 17th century.
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Dietrich Buxtehude
